Local Happenings | Key West Activities

It’s hard to be bored when in Key West.  Key West attractions range from museums and national/state parks to the famed “Southernmost Point” and the nightly held “Sunset Celebration” just to name a few.  There is something for everyone to explore and enjoy in Key West!

November 17- Reggae Moonsplash

Posted on November 16, 2012 by Sabrina

Reggae Moonsplash is here once again with acts from Jamaica “The Bad Boys of Reggae” INNER CIRCLE, known as one of Reggae’s top party bands, and winners of multiple Grammy awards. Also featuring, PATO BANTON and his 8 piece band THE NOW GENERATION with their killer horn section. Pato has played with UB-40, The English Beat and Sting! Live DJ mix in between bands by DJ Lance-O from Miami. Bill Hoebee will host the event. The event will include Food Vendors, Beer and Drinks. Good vibes all the way around on this one!  For more information please visit keystix.com 

 

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December 1- 3rd Annual Key West Triathlon

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Sabrina

After the huge success of the first 2 years, the athletes enthusiastically return to Key West to swim, run, and bike among Key West’s ideal scenery and conditions.  The Key West Triathlon is already known as the triathlon that you should close your season with. Some of the sports best known triathletes come down to participate in Key West Triathlon. Race organizers have scheduled the event on Saturday in order for participants to race in the morning and then enjoy the fascinating and always entertaining side of Key West in the evening. Registration is now open, but filling up fast. For more information please call 305-394-3469

Photo courtesy of www.trikw.com

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Nov 11- Veterans Day Parade

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Sabrina

The Veterans Day Parade will take place Sunday November 11th at 4pm. The parade will travel down Duval St. with a reviewing stand near Fleming and Duval. Everyone is welcome to come and cheer on the marching units and pay tribute to service members past and present.

Photo courtesy of flickriver.com

 

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Duval Courtyard

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Sabrina

This recently renovated three bedroom and two bath condo is located just steps from the famous Duval Street. Duval Courtyard is in the rooftop community of Duval Square. The spacious main living area flows right into the kitchen and dining area. The dining room has French doors that open up to one of the two balconies in the condo. The other balcony is located in the master bedroom, which also has a beautiful bath ensuite.  Although the Duval Courtyard is just walking distance to famous restaurants, Key West night life, museums, and more, the home is a quiet escape with its own private gated entrance.   For availability or to book online please click the picture. For more information please call us toll free at 888-465-6124.

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Nov 4-11- 32nd Annual Key West World Championship

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Sabrina

The 32nd Annual Key West World Championship is currently underway. This is considered the pinnacle of offshore powerboat racing. Some of the top powerboat and superboat offshore racers are going to compete for the title of World Champion. For more information on schedule races please visit Superboat.com

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Nov 3- Zonta ABC walk

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Sabrina

The ABC Walk 5K walk/run will take place tomorrow November 3rd. Zonta encourages you to join in with the hundreds of expected participants. ABC stands for “Awareness Breast Cancer”. The funds raised help provide mammograms and other preventive diagnostic tests to local uninsured and underinsured women. The proceeds from your participation, sponsorships and generosity will allow this amazing community support to continue … and grow! For more information please visit Zonta ABC 5K Walk

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November 1-4– 21st Annual Meeting of the Minds

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Sabrina

The Parrotheads are back in Paradise for their annual convention. Today kicks off the 21st Annual Meeting of the Minds: “Another Trip Around the Sun”. Many events are member only but some are open to the public. There will be live shows and the Margaritaville Street Fest on Friday November 4th. For a list of all of the events please visit PHIP

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Osprey

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Sabrina

The Osprey is a bright and colorful studio cottage located in a charming and secluded Key West style compound. The compound, once known as The Colony Suites, is nestled in the heart of historic Old Town Key West. Just three blocks from famous Duval, this cottage is in the ideal location.  Osprey Cottage has all the amenities you would need in your home away from home. Some of the amenities include a kitchenette perfect for making small meals, a sitting area, and French doors that open to a private tucked away patio. The gated compound offers a sparkling shared pool surrounded by lush landscaping. For availability or to book online please click the picture. For more information please call us toll free at 888-465-6124.

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Fantasy Fest 2012 Friday Events

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Sabrina

FANTASY FEST STREET FAIR–Duval Street’s mile-long eater-tainment extravaganza features arts & crafts, food vendors, lively libations and costumed frivolity; Noon to 10 PM

801 BOURBON BAR TEA DANCE—This is the BIGGEST dance party in the street during Fantasy Fest 2012. Get your groove on while dancing, drinking and with Live DJs, Drag Queens, celebrities and MORE. Join the party at 724 Duval St. – 801 Duval St. Party starts at 1 PM and no charge

A MAYAN STATE OF MIND AT THE SOUTHERNMOST TEMPLE  –Join the Southernmost Mayan Conch King and Queen for the last sacrifice at the Southernmost Temple before the A-Conch-Alypse.  We are sending our plea for all Mayan Royalty, enemy warriors, and tribal women to come out and pay respects to our Southernmost Serpent Gods and celebrate the changing of the universe! Party is 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at 508 South Street; At 6:00 PM join us for the Masquerade March Half Way Party.

MASQUERADE MARCH–Join the crowd as they parade through Old Town with music and noisemakers! Thirst quenchers provided at selected guesthouses. Begins at the Key West Cemetery Frances Street entrance but revelers can join the mad march anywhere along the two routes! Start marching at 5:00 PM; All welcome; FREE.

RUM BARREL’S 6TH ANNUAL PIRATE BASH–Dress and drink like a pirate at the Rum Barrel’s most outrageous pirate bash in the world! There will be great music on the rooftop stage and awesome rum specials. Party starts at 9PM

FETISH & FANTASY PARTY AT THE ISLAND HOUSE FOR MEN–Welcome to Key West’s most provocative fetish party and the ONLY all-male event of Fantasy Fest 2012! The dungeon doors are open to all adult men wanting to watch or partake in their wildest erotic desires. Doors open at 10 PM. Purchase advance tickets online at www.keystix.com; Island House Resort for Men located at 1129 Fleming St.

PIMP AND HO PARTY–This event is Guaranteed to satisfy all your erotic dreams. Join the King Pimp himself, Ron Jeremy, for the wildest party of your life! Plus join DJ Kyd mixing live. This event sells out every year. Purchase Advance VIP Tickets online at www.keystix.com. Doors open at 10PM at Red Fish Blue Fish located at 407 Front St.

Photo courtesy www.newmanpr.com

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Fantasy Fest 2012 Thursday Events

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Sabrina

DANTE’S 6TH ANNUAL HALOS & HORNS POOL PARTY AND WET T-SHIRT CONTEST –Whether you wear the halo of an ANGEL or prefer devilish HORNS, GET WET & WILD at Dante’s for a chance to win BIG $$$! Free body painting, live music, great giveaways, fantastic food and drink specials and our one of a kind stage in the CENTER of the POOL! The party starts at noon and goes till 6:00 PM. Located at 951 Caroline St.

BLACKOUT GLOW PARTY AT COYOTE UGLY–Join the newly opened Coyote Ugly on Duval as we turn out all the lights and replace the bulbs with black lights for the first annual Glow Party! A variety of glowing accessories will be available along with a body painting artist so you can glow all night long. Contests for cash and prizes for the best dressed couple, man and woman. Sign Ups at 8 PM. Judging at 10 PM. Located at 218 Duval St.

SLOPPY JOE’S 29TH ANNUAL TOGA PARTY–“Still The Best Ancient Roman Party in Town!” To enter the contest, contestants must be dressed in toga and are encouraged to use Fantasy Fest’s theme “A-Conch-Alypse” for inspiration. Three divisions: Groups/Couples – $500 first place prize; Men’s – $250 first place prize; and Women’s – $250 first place prize. Free to enter contest; registration at 8:00 PM and contest begins at 9:30 PM; Located at 201 Duval St. There will be a door charge.

COWBOY BILL’S 6TH ANNUAL GIT-R-WET T-SHIRT CONTEST–Catch the hottest ladies competing for $1,500 in cash prizes in this over the top competition. Contestants model the finest and most creative cotton wet T-shirts. Drink specials all night. VIP seating available or watch the action live from our big screens! Located at 610 1/2 Duval St. Starts 10:00 PM.

MONSTERS BALL–Sea serpents, mermaids and other bizarre creatures of the deep! What lurks below and who’s dancing on the reef? Dive into this annual costume party and explore some surreal fantasies and some too-real fantasies that should perhaps remain submerged! Located at the Green Parrot Bar at 601 Whitehead St. Starts at 10:00 PM;

PAJAMA AND LINGERIE PARTY–Mr. Playboy himself, la Hef, invites everyone to dress in sexy nightwear. This party makes you feel like you are at the mansion. Enter the $700 Hugh Hefner and Marilyn Monroe look a like contest. Mingle with celebrities and enjoy guest DJ’s live. Party starts at 10pm at Mangoes located at 700 Duval St.

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