The Conch Connection

Few establishments are as closely tied to Key West as Sloppy Joe’s Bar. Its bright corner entrance, live music and connection to Ernest Hemingway have made it one of the most recognizable stops on Duval Street.

Yet Sloppy Joe’s is more than a famous place to order a drink. Its history reaches back to the end of Prohibition, when Key West’s waterfront culture brought together fishermen, writers, rum runners and independent personalities. Today, the bar remains a lively gathering place where visitors can experience a piece of that history while enjoying food, music and the energy of Old Town.

Whether you are visiting for the first time or returning to Key West, here is what to know about the story and experience of Sloppy Joe’s.

Imagine wandering through Key West and hearing live music drifting from a waterfront bar. You stop for a drink—and discover the person on stage wrote a song you've heard a hundred times.

That's the magic of the Key West Songwriters Festival.

Held each spring, this five-day celebration brings songwriters, performers and music fans together throughout Key West for something very different from a traditional music festival. Instead of spending your entire trip in front of one giant stage, you can discover performances in intimate theaters, waterfront venues, legendary Key West bars and unexpected spots around the island.

The Key West Garden Club is located at the West Martello Tower, a National Historic site.

 The site was originally built as a protector to Fort Taylor, also on Key West but was rendered obsolete before it was completed.

Photo Credit: Averette - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0

Summers in Key West get really HOT!!

Three of the best parties

for those looking to spice things up!

Sail down to Key West and celebrate your PRIDE for 5 fantastic days and nights.  Bask in Key West's famous laid back style and flair.  Party with friends, family or make new acquaintances and discover Key West's unique philosophy of One Human Family, encompassing the entire LGBTQ+ family!

 When most people think of Key West, they picture turquoise water, sunset celebrations, historic streets, and island adventures. But there's another reason visitors keep coming back: the food.

 Key West has quietly built a reputation as one of Florida's most unique culinary destinations. Fresh seafood, Caribbean influences, Cuban traditions, and creative island-inspired cooking combine to create flavors you won't find anywhere else. 

Dixie Roadhouse is a fantastic place to go with friends or to make new ones!

If you find yourself visiting Southwest Florida and are looking for fun things to do, you just might want to check out the Dixie Roadhouse. Enjoy country music, live entertainment, a great dance floor and a super charged, high-energy atmosphere, then Dixie is the place for you!

AQUA Bar and Nightclub, Key West

A visit to Key West is incomplete without taking in a Drag Show!

Shows at Aqua are fun, sharp, sometimes raunchy and a classic part of the Key West experience. Either grab a seat up by the stage or in the shadows in the rear, you are bound to have a roaring good time. The dynamic, high-energy cast create a fascinating and memorable  evening,  as they perform to famous tunes and outlandish celebrity impersonations!

Nothing says America like baseball and baseball at JetBlue Park, is like stepping back in time.

Florida, America’s sugar cane capital, has been home to Cape Coral's own Wicked Dolphin Rum since 2012. 100% Florida sugar and local ingredients are used when handcrafting rum in small batches in an American Copper Pot Still (the largest in Florida). Wicked Dolphin Rum is aged in American White Oak Barrels which previously were used for premium Kentucky Bourbon, for anywhere from 3 to 14 years.

Looking for a change of pace during a Southwest Florida getaway? Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee brings gaming, dining, live entertainment and an on-site hotel together in one destination.

The property is located at 506 South 1st Street in Immokalee. Whether you are stopping in for a few hours or staying overnight, a little planning can make the visit easier—and help you avoid relying on an old promotion or entertainment schedule.