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Current Florida Keys Events

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  • Jan 17, 2024 - Apr 17, 2024 Islamorada Environmental
  • History of Diving Museum: Dive into Art - Coral Creations
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  • See the History of Diving Museum's featured exhibit, "Dive Into Art: Coral Creations." The exhibit showcases art from across the Florida Keys, including works from local schools and members of the Art Guild of the Purple Isles. Each piece focuses on a theme of coral conservation, with educational interpretation provided by local coral conservation groups.
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  • Feb 23, 2024 - Apr 28, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Key West Art & Historical Society: Shadow & Light Art Exhibit
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  • The juried exhibit, "Shadow & Light" celebrates the work of over 50 Keys artists who contributed works in a variety of mediums that capture the natural light of the Florida Keys. These visual expressions evoke contemplation, wonder and introspection. The exhibition runs through April 28 in the Bryan Gallery at the Custom House Museum, 281 Front Street.
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  • Mar 1, 2024 - Mar 26, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Tennessee Williams Festival
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  • In celebration of Tennessee Williams, the Pulitzer-prize winning literary icon that moved to Key West in 1949 and remained a resident for 34 years, the Key West Art & Historical Society hosts an annual ‘Tennessee Williams Key West Festival,’ a month-long series of arts and cultural events that takes place each March across multiple venues. The yearly festival includes a museum fundraiser, plein air painting, poetry and short story writing contests, lectures, museum tours, film screenings, live theater events, and a birthday party complete with cake and bubbly to honor the life and accomplishments of Williams. The full schedule of events is available online.
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  • Mar 9, 2024 - Mar 24, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Jag Gallery: Living My Life Like A Song
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  • A very special gallery tribute dedicated to celebrating the life of the legendary Jimmy Buffett featuring artworks and words from a circle of the musician and singer-songwriter’s circle of artist and writer friends from Key West and beyond, all in support of the Singing for Change Charitable Foundation. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday, Noon to 5 p.m. Use the Simonton St. entrance to Duval Square, 1075 Duval St.
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  • Mar 13, 2024 - Apr 6, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Waterfront Playhouse: Murder on the Orient Express
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  • A snowdrift stops a luxurious train in its tracks… an American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, and the passengers rely on detective Hercule Poirot to identify the murderer – this is Ken Ludwig’s new adaptation of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express. Tickets $40 to $85. Showtimes at 8 p.m. with one Saturday matinee March 23. 407 Wall Street at Mallory Square.
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  • Mar 19, 2024 The Florida Keys
  • Tennessee Williams' Key West Walking Tour
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  • The Key West Art & Historical Society hosts an historic walking tour of Tennessee Williams’ Key West led by Tennessee Williams Museum curator Dennis Beaver. The tour includes stops at several of the iconic locations with ties to Williams and his writings, including theaters, bars, hangouts, his home on Duncan St. and the Tennessee Williams Museum. The tour begins at 10 a.m. at Waterfront Playhouse, 407 Wall St. Purchase tickets in advance online.
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  • Mar 19, 2024 The Florida Keys Environmental
  • The Lagoon at Grassy Key: Pups & Polyps
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  • Join Mote Marine Laboratory’s Adopt-A-Coral Launch Party along with Florida Keys SPCA. Symbolically adopt your own coral to support Mote’s coral reef research and restoration efforts in the Florida Keys, and meet and adopt pups available for adoption from MarrVelous Pet Rescue. You can also enter for a chance to win prizes donated from both organizations. Fees apply for coral and puppy adoptions. There is no registration required for this free, family event from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Lagoon on Grassy Key, mile marker 59.3 oceanside.
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  • Mar 19, 2024 - Mar 29, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Fringe Theater: The Last 5 Years
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  • A poignant and devastatingly honest look at love and loss between two artists whose first date and last goodbye take place over five years. The musical's innovative structure takes us through their story from start to finish (and finish to start), and is contemporary story-telling at its finest. Tickets $45 to $60. Showtime is 7 p.m. at the Key West Armory, 600 White St.
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  • Mar 20, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Tennessee Williams Theatre: Neil Berg's 50 Years of Rock n' Roll, Part 4
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  • Neil Berg's 50 Years of Rock & Roll uses fascinating stories and groundbreaking music, with tributes to such important and iconic rock stars/groups/genres as Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Bob Dylan, Frankie Valli, The Beatles, Beach Boys, Motown, Aretha Franklin, The Who, Janis Joplin, Woodstock, Simon & Garfunkel, Carole King, Led Zeppelin, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Aerosmith, Linda Ronstadt, Bruce Springsteen, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Disco, New Wave, and more. Tickets $45 to $145. Showtime 8 p.m. 5901 College Rd.
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  • Mar 20, 2024 Key Largo Environmental
  • John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park: Delicate Balance of Nature Lecture
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  • Dr. Chris Malinowski, Director of Research and Conservation with Ocean First Institute, will discuss some of the most important conservation issues impacting coastal ecosystems, through the lens of his research on species including sharks, groupers, snook and sheepshead. 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. at the Visitor Center & Aquarium. There is no charge to enter the park after hours for this free lecture. Mile marker 102.5 oceanside.
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  • Mar 20, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Tropic Cinema: One Sings, the Other Doesn't
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  • The film "One Sings, the Other Doesn't" is part of the annual Women's Film Festival, with 6 p.m. screenings each Wednesday in March. The film looks at the lives of Pomme, an aspiring singer, and Suzanne, a struggling mother, as they search for their own identities in 1970s France.The film will be followed by a Q&A session. 416 Eaton St.
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  • Mar 21, 2024 The Florida Keys Arts & Culture
  • Morada Way Third Thursday Art Walk
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  • The Morada Way Arts & Cultural District’s Third Thursday Art Walk in Islamorada is the organization’s landmark, monthly event. On the Third Thursday of each month, Keys-inspired fine artists, vendors, residents, and visitors congregate on Morada Way in Islamorada to celebrate the arts and culture in the Florida Keys. Enjoy a relaxing evening from 6-9 p.m. perusing local fine art, imbibing local craft beer and wine and listening to music, in the area between mile markers 81 and 82.
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  • Mar 22, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Keys Choral Arts: Spring Concert
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  • Keys Choral Arts invites you to its Spring Concert with musical selections about love, joy, honor and remembrance. The concert will feature a special arrangement of Jimmy Buffett songs arranged by Michael Robinson. Tickets $30, available online. The program takes place at 7 p.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 400 Duval St.
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  • Mar 23, 2024 Islamorada
  • Island Grill: Full Moon Beach Party
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  • Kick off spring with Island Grill's Full Moon Beach Party beginning at 7:30 p.m. Two live bands, a DJ, electrifying dancers and food and drink specials. $18 tickets online or at the door. Mile marker 85.5 oceanside.
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  • Mar 23, 2024 The Lower Keys
  • Monroe County Fire Rescue Easter Egg Hunt
  • More info: 305-289-6005 Website
  • Monroe County Fire Rescue and the Monroe County Firefighters Benevolent Association host the annual Easter egg hunt at the Big Coppitt Fire Station located at 28 Emerald Drive from 9 to 10 a.m.. The hunt starts promptly at 9 a.m. The Easter Bunny will be available for photos, you can visit with animals from the Monroe County Sheriff's Office Animal Farm, enjoy snow cones and cotton candy, and even help firefighters put out a house fire!
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  • Mar 23, 2024 Marathon Environmental
  • Monroe County Public Library Marathon: Let's Talk Eclipses
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  • Learn about solar eclipses and how to view them safely from a NASA ambassador and a representative from the Florida Keys Astronomy Club. With the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8, even though the Keys island chain is not in the path of totality, everyone will still need to learn how to view this astronomical event safely using protective solar viewing glasses and other techniques. The program starts at 2 p.m. at the Marathon Branch library, 3490 Overseas Hwy.
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  • Mar 23, 2024 - Mar 24, 2024 Islamorada Arts & Culture
  • Island Fest Featuring the Taste of Islamorada
  • (305) 664-4503 Website
  • This fun annual Island Festival features a juried art show, a sand sculpture competition, the "What Floats Your Boat" homemade boat race, live music, great food, classic cars, and on Sunday, the annual "Taste of Islamorada" restaurant competition. Free entry; onsite parking $5. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days at Founders Park, mile marker 87 bayside.
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  • Mar 24, 2024 The Lower Keys Environmental
  • Florida Keys Wildlife Society: Full Moon Kayak Excursion
  • Capt. Bill Keogh 305-872-7474 Website
  • This kayak excursion, sponsored by Captain Bill Keogh of Big Pine Kayak Adventures, takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. in the waters surrounding the National Key Deer Refuge in Big Pine Key. The trip begins at Old Wooden Bridge Marina, 1791 Bogie Road, and proceeds across the water to No Name Key and north. Call or text Captain Bill at 305-872-7474 to reserve your spot and your kayak and gear. Cost is $30, which is a donation to Florida Keys Wildlife Society.
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  • Mar 25, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Taste of Key West
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  • This free admission, open-air event features an assortment of beverages and palate-pleasing plates. Restaurants and food vendors from across the Lower Keys and Key West donate their culinary talents to create delectable small plates. Food ranges from seafood, tropical and Caribbean flavors, to European dishes, vegetarian offerings, and desserts. Buy tickets based upon what looks best! A large assortment of wines and beers will also be offered. VIP passes are available. Proceeds from food and beverage tickets benefit AH Monroe, providing medical and life assistance for people living with HIV/AIDS.
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  • Mar 26, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Tennessee Williams Birthday Party
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  • The final, celebratory event of the Tennessee Williams Festival is the annual birthday party in his honor. This year marks the 113th anniversary of his birth. The public is welcome to celebrate with champagne and cake at the Tennessee Williams Museum from 5 to 7 p.m. at 513 Truman Ave.
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  • Mar 27, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Tropic Cinema: Joan Baez, I Am Noise
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  • The film "Joan Baez, I am Noise" is part of the annual Women's Film Festival. At the end of a 60-year career, legendary singer and activist Joan Baez takes an honest look back and a deep look inward as she tries to make sense of her large, history-making life, and the personal struggles she's kept private..The 6:30 p.m. film screening will be followed by a Q&A session. 416 Eaton St.
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  • Mar 27, 2024 Key Largo Environmental
  • John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park: Delicate Balance of Nature Lecture
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  • Conservation biologists at Fairchild Tropical Botanical Garden have been working with rare plants of the Florida Keys since the 1980s. Conservation Program Manager Jennifer Possley will provide a brief overview of their work and then give more details about some Keys favorites, including Sargent’s cherry palm, Florida semaphore cactus, climbing vine fern, and more. 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. at the Visitor Center & Aquarium. There is no charge to enter the park after hours for this free lecture. Mile marker 102.5 oceanside.
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  • Mar 28, 2024 The Lower Keys Arts & Culture
  • Connections Project: Lower Keys Reception
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  • For years, the Florida Keys Council of the Arts has gathered mini-canvases from area artists to create one large Keys art mural/mosaic for its annual Connections Project. This year, the council is creating five separate murals and, at each opening reception to be held in each region of the Keys, there will be live music to create a multi-faceted celebration of the artistic spirit that makes the Keys so special. The free Big Pine Key & the Lower Keys reception on March 28 takes place from 5 to 7 p.m. at Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce at mile marker 31, Big Pine Key. Attendees may purchase their choice of individual canvases from the mosaic for $100 each.
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  • Mar 29, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • South Florida Symphony: Masterworks IV - Stravinsky, Ravel, Bernstein, Zwilich
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  • South Florida Symphony Orchestra transports you to the high-octane spirit of 1940s Times Square in Bernstein’s "Three Dance Episodes" from the hit Broadway musical On the Town, and a visit with Clarinet Concerto, Zwilich’s stirring elegy on 9/11. Then, be seduced at a Spanish tavern during Ravel’s rhythmic Bolero and be spellbound by Stravinsky’s celebrated nod to Russian folklore, the magical Firebird. Tickets start at $25. Tennessee Williams Theatre, 5901 College Rd. 7:30 p.m.
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  • Mar 29, 2024 Islamorada Arts & Culture
  • Dive Into Art & Music
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  • Join the History of Diving Museum team for a benefit concert, art exhibit and special musical tribute to musician, artist, and avid diver Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead. Enjoy live music, an art sale, dinner, dancing and more from 5:30 to 9 p..m at Safe Harbor Angler House, MM 80.5 bayside.
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  • Mar 30, 2024 Islamorada Arts & Culture
  • Pops in the Park: March Madness
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  • Florida Keys Community Concert Band presents "March Madness," a rousing event featuring games and puzzles for the audience – including a life-size human checkerboard game – punctuated by college fight songs and marches, along with sports and game show themes. Bring chairs and blankets for seating. The free concert starts at 4 p.m. at Founders Park, mile marker 87 bayside
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  • Mar 30, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Harry S. Truman Little White House: Easter Egg Roll
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  • In addition to the traditional Easter Egg Roll on the lawn, guests will enjoy arts and craft activities, live music, refreshments, photos with the Easter Bunny, and each child will leave with a commemorative wooden Easter egg. The event is free for all ages. 9 to 11 a.m. on the Little White House grounds. 111 Front Street.
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  • Mar 31, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Key West Artisan Market: Let's Get Hoppy!
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  • Key West Artisan Market celebrates all things beer & Easter with the 'Let's Get Hoppy' Edition March 31 from 10 am to 2 pm at Higgs Memorial Beach, Key West. Bring the kids for the annual free Easter Egg hunt -- kids 12 and under can hunt eggs hidden around the park and exchange them at the Artisan Market booth for candy and prizes. As always, there will be bloody marys, mimosas, a full bar, coffee, juices and cut fruit, multiple food trucks and stalls offering eat-here or take-away. Shop a curated outdoor market offering fine crafts, art and jewelry from talented Florida Keys makers.
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  • Mar 31, 2024 Key West
  • Schooner Wharf Bar: Wrecker's Cup Race
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  • The third race of the 39th annual Wrecker's Cup Race Series to Sand Key kicks off Sunday at 1 p.m. The all-in-fun race series recalls the tradition of the wreckers from Key West in the 1800s. All sailing vessels, local sailors and visiting yachtsmen are welcome to join the regatta. Spectators can view from Schooner Wharf and the Historic Seaport. After the race, first, second and third place will be awarded in each division, with trophies, a bottle of Pusser’s rum, Schooner Wharf Bar tabs and wrecker T-shirts as prizes. The final race of the series is to be held April 28. Find Schooner Wharf Bar at 202 William St.
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