Key West Events Calendar

Live holiday music, games for the kids, holiday cheer and a chance for photos with Santa highlight this event along the historic harbor walk linking colorful seaport restaurants, bars and businesses at the Key West Bight. Created as a gift to the community, the gala is produced by the Key West Bight Preservation Association and tenants of the Key West Bight.
Contact: 305-304-2633

A vibrant three day festival and art walk celebrating all of the arts in Key West: visual, performing, literary, film, musical events, performances and exhibitions. Galleries are to have extended hours and exhibitions. Art and culinary pairings are to be offered in local restaurants as well. More information to follow.
Contact: Sandra McMannis
Email: luckystreetgallery@gmail.com

Located at the West Martello Tower, 1000 Atlantic Blvd. in Key West, the annual plant and art sale is to be open Saturday, Dec. 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Admission and parking are free. Plants propagated in the plant nursery are sold at near wholesale prices, including natives suitable for sun or shade. Vendors are to sell tropical fruit trees, banana trees, exotic plants, bamboo, bromeliads and orchids. A variety of artists also are offering unique holiday shopping opportunities. Plan on having lunch in the lush surroundings of this historical Fort. Food, beverages and baked goods are on sale.
Contact: Ellen Engleson 705-597-4832
Email: ellen.engelson@gmail.com

The third annual Olympic Distance and Sprint Triathlon event returns to Key West! Race is scheduled Saturday morning, Dec. 1. Limited to 1,000 participants. Visit web site for details and registration. Limited spaces still available.
Contact: 305-294-0693

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary invites the public to enjoy free environmentally-themed documentary films every Sunday through March 31, 2013 at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center in Key West. Each Sunday, doors to the center will open at 1 p.m. and sanctuary staff will show documentaries at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. in the center's theater. These award-winning documentaries address environmental topics including climate change, marine debris, energy efficiency and resource protection. Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center is located at 35 East Quay Road, on the Truman Waterfront next to Fort Zachary Taylor State Park Today's topics: 2 p.m. "My Father the Captain: Jacques-Yves Cousteau" (Ocean Futures, 46 minutes) and 4 p.m. "Plastic Shores" (LMV Productions, 55 minutes)
Contact: Movie-line 305-809-4755

Discover the history and holiday spirit of Key West by touring beautifully decorated historic inns, including the Mermaid & The Alligator, 729 Truman Ave.; Rose Lane Villas, 522-524 Rose Lane; Wicker Guesthouse, 913 Duval St., and Tropical Inn, 812 Duval St., among others. Participants can visit the inns on their own each evening or in conjunction with a holiday trolley tour presented by CityView Trolley Tours. The 10th year of Key West's Holiday Historic Inn Tour will feature more inns, restaurants, and artists than ever. Visit website for ticket information.
Contact: 305-295-1334

South Florida's top nurseries are to show bromeliads, orchids, fruit trees, palms, tropical flowers and natives at the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden's annual plant sale. Other attractions include landscaping workshops, garden supplies booths, and arts and crafts and docent tours.
Contact: 305-296-1504

The island city shows its holiday spirit with this annual hometown parade, set to start at 7 p.m. Featuring marching groups and motorized and nonmotorized floats, the festive procession traditionally draws entries from churches, civic organizations, businesses and neighborhood and school groups. Starting at Truman Avenue and White Street, it proceeds down Truman to Duval, where it takes a right and continues on to Eaton Street.
Contact: 305-809-3881

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary invites the public to enjoy free environmentally-themed documentary films every Sunday through March 31, 2013 at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center in Key West. Each Sunday, doors to the center will open at 1 p.m. and sanctuary staff will show documentaries at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. in the center's theater. These award-winning documentaries address environmental topics including climate change, marine debris, energy efficiency and resource protection. Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center is located at 35 East Quay Road, on the Truman Waterfront next to Fort Zachary Taylor State Park Today's topics: 2 p.m. "Plastic Shores" (LMV Productions, 55 minutes) and 4 p.m. "Poisoned Waters" (PBS, 120 minutes)
Contact: Movie-line 305-809-4755

Discover the history and holiday spirit of Key West by touring beautifully decorated historic inns, including the Mermaid & The Alligator, 729 Truman Ave.; Rose Lane Villas, 522-524 Rose Lane; Wicker Guesthouse, 913 Duval St., and Tropical Inn, 812 Duval St., among others. Participants can visit the inns on their own each evening or in conjunction with a holiday trolley tour presented by CityView Trolley Tours. Visit website for ticket information.
Contact: 305-295-1334

Lighted and decorated vessels from rowboats to tall ships proceed around Key West's Historic Seaport and harbor areas. Holiday revelers can watch and applaud from bars, restaurants and resorts in and around the Historic Seaport.
Contact: 305-292-3302

Inspired by the unique and colorful environment of the Florida Keys, Clara and her young Prince encounter enchanted landscapes complete with snowy egrets on shimmering salt ponds, a wicked Rooster-King, an exquisite Sea-Star Fairy, and "underwater" sequences of almost unimaginable beauty. Producer and Artistic Director Joyce Stahl has cast local children, adults and community leaders alongside a nationally-cast corps de ballet in this spectacularly crafted semi-annual production of a beloved classic. Tickets available at keystix.com. Check website for show times. Shows held at the Tennessee Williams Theatre.
Contact: Box office 305-295-7676

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary invites the public to enjoy free environmentally-themed documentary films every Sunday through March 31, 2013 at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center in Key West. Each Sunday, doors to the center will open at 1 p.m. and sanctuary staff will show documentaries at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. in the center's theater. These award-winning documentaries address environmental topics including climate change, marine debris, energy efficiency and resource protection. Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center is located at 35 East Quay Road, on the Truman Waterfront next to Fort Zachary Taylor State Park Today's topics: 2 p.m. "Poisoned Waters" (PBS, 120 minutes) and 4 p.m. "Plastic Planet" (First Run Features, 99 minutes)
Contact: Movie-line 305-809-4755

Inspired by the unique and colorful environment of the Florida Keys, Clara and her young Prince encounter enchanted landscapes complete with snowy egrets on shimmering salt ponds, a wicked Rooster-King, an exquisite Sea-Star Fairy, and "underwater" sequences of almost unimaginable beauty. Producer and Artistic Director Joyce Stahl has cast local children, adults and community leaders alongside a nationally-cast corps de ballet in this spectacularly crafted semi-annual production of a beloved classic. Tickets available at keystix.com. Check website for show times. Shows held at the Tennessee Williams Theatre.
Contact: Box office 305-295-7676

Get a backstage tour of the set for "The 39 Steps" at the Waterfront Playhouse with Artistic Director (Danny Weathers) and Technical Director (Michael Boyer). See the magic that happens "behind the scenes." Wine and light hors d'oeuvres served. At 6 p.m.
Contact: Box Office 305-294-5015
Email: Box_Office@waterfrontplayhouse.org

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary invites the public to enjoy free environmentally-themed documentary films every Sunday through March 31, 2013 at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center in Key West. Each Sunday, doors to the center will open at 1 p.m. and sanctuary staff will show documentaries at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. in the center's theater. These award-winning documentaries address environmental topics including climate change, marine debris, energy efficiency and resource protection. Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center is located at 35 East Quay Road, on the Truman Waterfront next to Fort Zachary Taylor State Park Today's topics: 2 p.m. "Plastic Planet" (First Run Features, 99 minutes) and 4 p.m. "How Smart are Animals?" (PBS, 53 minutes)
Contact: Movie-line 305-809-4755

Presented by the Old Island Restoration Foundation, the annual self-guided tours showcase festively dressed Key West homes and gardens. Tickets are $30 and proceeds benefit the Old Island Restoration Foundation's museums, collection and education, grant and scholarship programs.
Contact: 305-294-9501

Headliners for this year's offering are vocal stylist Libby York and jazz sax great Tim Mayer. Backing them up are Scott Marischen, jazz harp, Linda Sparks, keyboards, Terry Trentham, bass, & Richard Crooks, drums. Among the favorites she'll share are Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire, Let it Snow, Christmastime is Here, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm, Santa Claus is Coming to Town and I'll be Home for Christmas. The event is to be held at the Oldest House Garden, 322 Duval Street, at 6 p.m. Individual tickets are available for $35. Advance reservations requested.
Contact: 305-517-6851
Email: musicinparadisekw@gmail.com

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary invites the public to enjoy free environmentally-themed documentary films every Sunday through March 31, 2013 at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center in Key West. Each Sunday, doors to the center will open at 1 p.m. and sanctuary staff will show documentaries at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. in the center's theater. These award-winning documentaries address environmental topics including climate change, marine debris, energy efficiency and resource protection. Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center is located at 35 East Quay Road, on the Truman Waterfront next to Fort Zachary Taylor State Park Today's topics: 2 p.m. "How Smart are Animals" (PBS, 53 minutes) and 4 p.m. "Hot Planet - Cold Comfort" (PBS, 25 minutes)
Contact: Movie-line 305-809-4755

Frost-free Key West isn't a winter wonderland during the holiday season, but it may become a "wiener wonderland" when about 200 dachshunds and their owners take a New Year's Eve stroll through the island's picturesque downtown. The annual Key West Dachshund Walk, set for noon Monday, Dec. 31, provides an informal, family-friendly prelude to nighttime New Year's Eve revelry. Spectators can watch the fun and meet the canine participants on Fleming Street between Whitehead and Duval streets.
Email: keywestdachshundwalk@gmail.com

You're Invited! From 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. enjoy an ocean view with an open bar & passed hors d'oeuvres prepared by the Southernmost Beach Cafe's Chef Ben. Cost is $65 per person. Cocktail party is followed by a fireworks display over the Atlantic at 10 p.m.; the party starts at the Southernmost on the Beach. Advance reservations recommended.
Contact: 305-296-6577 ext. 2666; 800-354-4455

The Southernmost City celebrates with a conch shell drop at Sloppy Joe's Bar, 201 Duval St.; a descending 6-foot red high heel shoe carrying drag queen Sushi at the Bourbon Street Pub/New Orleans House complex, 724 Duval St.; and a pirate wench descending from a tall ship mast in the island city's Historic Seaport.
Contact: (305) 296-2388, (305) 293-9800;(305) 292-3302