The Key West Songwriters festival is the world’s LARGEST event of its kind. The five day music mania begins in early to mid May, with free shows daily as well as some performances requiring reservations. This is THE must do for music junkies! Some of Nashville’s greatest talents made their debuts in Key West!
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.
Make your Valentine feel as special as he or she is! Make memories in Key West by starting aboard the Key West Express. Visitors are drawn to the southern charm and Caribbean influences of this laid-back island city, only 4 miles long by 1.5 miles wide. During the day or at night, the island is alive with sidewalk cafes, world-class restaurants, fishing, watersports, shopping, performing arts, musical entertainment and galleries before the island gathers each evening at Mallory Square for the world renown sunset celebration.
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The party atmosphere is always present in Key West, the ultimate place to ring in the new year. Key West is one of the few cities that is ALWAYS featured on the live national news feeds. There are certainly many reasons for its allure and popularity. First off it’s WARM!!! Imagine welcoming in the new year wearing shorts and flip-flops…. You can’t get any better than that!
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November 2-9, 2025
Each year, the Superboat International event gathers thrill seekers from all corners of the globe to witness the heart-pounding offshore racing action, showcasing the fastest and most powerful boats on the water. Participants and onlookers alike are immersed in the exhilarating roar of these incredible engineering marvels.
Closer to Havana than Miami, Key West has a long history of trade with Cuba and the rest of the Caribbean. Everything from sponges to seafood and ivory was brought into Key West. Arguably the most famous import was tobacco. Along with this tobacco came the elusive Cuban Cigar.
