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Events in Key West

Event calendar provided with the courtesy of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council.

Events in Key West for 2023

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  • January 13 - May 21, 2023 Key West
  • Key West Art & Historical Society: Bahama Village - Relics of a Fading Community
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  • Bahama Village, in the westernmost portion of the city, was a neighborhood comprised of Black Bahamians and Black Cubans, Chinese, and other groups of color. In this exhibition, their history and stories are woven together through various events that shaped the Black and Indigenous cultures of Key West. “Bahama Village: Relics of a Fading Community" contains never-before-on-view objects that tell the inspiring history, culture and contributions of the island’s Black residents. The exhibition is an excellent activity to honor the island's Black residents during Black History Month. 281 Front Street, Key West. The exhibition has been extended through May 21.

  • March 01 - 29, 2023 Key West
  • Key West NOW Women’s Film Fest
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  • The festival continues with with fabulous films by women on Wednesdays through March at the Tropic Cinema. See Agnes Varda's "Cleo from 5 to 7" on March 22, and closing the festival on March 29 will be "The Janes," focusing on pre-Roe Chicago. Films will be shown at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are available online or at the door.

  • March 05 - 26, 2023 Key West
  • Tennessee Williams Birthday Celebration
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  • Internationally renowned playwright Tennessee Williams, who lived in Key West for more than 30 years, once said of his chosen home, “I work everywhere, but I work best here.” Fans of Williams’ classic plays can explore his writing and life in the island city through screenings of films adapted from his work, prose and poetry contests, theater presentations, curator-led tours of Key West’s Tennessee Williams Museum, located at 513 Truman Ave., and a commemoration of the 112th anniversary of his birth.

  • March 07 - 25, 2023 Key West
  • Red Barn Theatre: The Code
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  • "The Code” graces the Red Barn stage through March 25th, as playwright Michael McKeever revisits one of his favorite subjects - Hollywood. It’s 1950, and Billy Haines, Henry Wilson, Tallulah Bankhead, and a beautiful young man have gathered for cocktails, caviar, and all-out war. With great humor and stinging insight, “The Code” explores the hypocrisy of what it takes to be a man in the land of make-believe. Order tickets online or at the box office. Showtime 8 p.m. 319 Duval Street.

  • March 25 Key West
  • South Florida Symphony at Tennessee Williams Theatre
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  • South Florida Symphony Orchestra closes the 2022/2023 25th Anniversary Season in Key West with an evening of Dvorák Masterworks. The program features his love letter to America, “New World Symphony,” as well as the greatest of all cello concertos (Cello Concerto in B minor), performed by Zuill Bailey, who also appeared during the Key West Symphony’s inaugural concert 25 years ago.

  • March 25 Key West
  • Florida Keys: 200 Years of Paradise Kickoff Concert
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  • The opening event of the Florida Keys' multi month bicentennial celebration includes live music by Nick Norman and Howard Livingston, presentations by local dignitaries, and excerpts from the South Florida PBS documentary "The Florida Keys: 200 years of Paradise." Capping off the free-admission event is a visual extravaganza -- 250 drones are to illuminate the sky in a dazzling “fireworks” display. Doors open at 5 p.m. with the celebration beginning at 6 p.m. at the Coffee Butler Amphitheater in the Truman Annex.

  • March 26 Key West
  • South Florida Symphony: 25th Anniversary Rum-Paired Dinner
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  • South Florida Symphony Orchestra debuts a new arts recognition program as part of its 25th anniversary dinner and private concert set for 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 26, at Hemingway’s Library at Hemingway Rum Company/Papa’s Pilar Distillery. The “Sound of Success” will celebrate eight arts and culture advocates in the Keys who champion musical creativity and innovation. The evening, benefiting the Symphony in the Schools children’s music education program in the Florida Keys, will feature a cocktail reception followed by an exquisite rum-paired dinner by Chef Martin Liz, and an intimate concert by GRAMMY award-winning cellist Zuill Bailey. Tickets start at $300. 201 Simonton St.

  • March 26 Key West
  • Key West Impromptu Classical Concerts: Calefax Winds
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  • This Dutch based group is known for inventing the Reed Quintet more than three decades ago. In great demand around the world, the Quintet is known for its playing, brilliant arrangements, and innovative stage presentation. 4 p.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 401 Duval St, Key West.

  • March 27 - 28, 2023 Key West
  • Tropic Cinema: Celebrating Tennessee Williams - The Glass Menagerie
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  • In partnership with Key West Art & Historical Society, Tropic Cinema presents "The Glass Menagerie" starring Jane Wyman, Kirk Douglas and Gertrude Lawrence. The screening is part of the annual celebration during the month of March of Tennessee Williams and his many years living and working in Key West.

  • March 31 - Apr 02, 2023 Key West
  • Coffee Butler Amphitheater: Old Dominion
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  • Old Dominion plays three concerts Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights at Coffee Butler Amphitheater along with featured performers Frank Ray, Greylan James and Kassi Ashton. Tickets available online $60 to $90. Doors open 6 p.m.; shows start at 7:30 p.m.

  • March 31 Key West
  • Keys to the Keys: A Tropical Gala
  • Kristina Welburn Email Website
  • The annual fundraiser gala benefiting Habitat for Humanity of Key West and the Lower Florida Keys is a tropical-themed event that will be a fun night filled with music, drinks, dining, dancing, games, auctions and more. All money raised helps build and repair affordable homes for Keys residents. The event takes place from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Truman Little White House, 111 Front Street, Key West. Call 305-294-9006 for more information and to RSVP.

  • April 01 Key West
  • Key West Theater: Roaring Hot Jazz
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  • Key West’s “Roaring Hot Jazz” band presents “Legends of Swing” on Saturday, April 1st. The night begins with a tribute to Django Reinhardt–the father of Gypsy Jazz– before moving into a 1940’s Benny Goodman-style quintet with hits from the swing era. This dynamic evening will culminate in a special tribute to New Orleans and Sidney Bechet – the grandfather of improvisational jazz – with an eight-piece traditional jazz brass band. This will be an epic night of music history not to be missed. Doors open at 7; show starts at 8 p.m.

  • April 01 Key West
  • Key West Harry S. Truman Foundation Easter Egg Roll
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  • The sixth annual Easter Egg Roll at the Harry S. Truman Little White House is free to the public. Along with the traditional Easter Egg Roll, guests will enjoy arts and craft activities, refreshments, and photos with the Easter Bunny. Each child will be given a commemorative wooden Easter egg. 9 to 11 a.m. 201 Front Street.

  • April 04 - 09, 2023 Key West
  • Red Barn Theatre: Short Attention Span Theatre
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  • One of Red Barn Theatre's favorites each year, “Short Attention Span Theatre” is a funny and fast-paced evening filled with pertinent and hilarious short plays, helmed by a group of directors guiding a big handful of favorite Key West actors. You never know what you’ll see next at "Short Attention Span Theatre!" Order tickets online or at the box office. Showtime 8 p.m. 319 Duval Street.

  • April 08 Key West
  • Keys Concerts by Candlelight: "Classic Rock vs Classics that Rock"
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  • The concert, played by string quartet, is a unique musical experience that features classic rock songs by Led Zeppelin, Queen, The Beatles, and David Bowie, and classical music by Bach, Beethoven, Mozart and more. The intimate evening of music is led by Southernmost Chamber Music Society member and violinist, Irie Monte, and is hosted by comedian Steve Crane. Tennessee Williams Theatre Cabaret. 5901 College Rd.

  • April 12 - 22, 2023 Key West
  • Fringe Theater: The Other Place
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  • A successful neurologist is on the brink of revolutionizing brain research when life begins to become unhinged. Described as "poignant and haunting." Tickets $35 and $50. Showtime 7 p.m., 600 White Street.

  • April 15 - 16, 2023 Key West
  • NAS Key West Southernmost Air Show Spectacular
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  • The U.S. Navy flight demonstration team Blue Angels and other military and civilian aerial performances will fill the skies at this free-admission, family friendly event celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Navy's presence in Key West. In addition to the Blue Angels, aerial demonstrations by military and civilian performers, and static military and vintage aircraft are planned. Gates open at 10 a.m. both days. Air show starts at 11 a.m. with Blue Angels flying at 2:30 p.m. VIP and preferred seating options are available for purchase. Free parking.

  • April 18 Key West
  • The Studios of Key West: Jake Shimabukuro in Concert
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  • While versatility for any musician is impressive, what’s remarkable about Shimabukuro’s transcendent skills is how he explores his seemingly limitless vocabulary – whether it’s jazz, rock, blues, bluegrass, folk or even classical – on perhaps the unlikeliest of instruments: the ‘ukulele. The Hawaii-born virtuoso is often called "the Jimi Hendrix of the 'ukulele."

  • April 20 Key West
  • Sunset Pier: Red Not Chili Peppers Concert to Benefit Reef Relief
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  • Enjoy a free show on Ocean Key Resort's Sunset Pier with Reggae Lou and the Kind Budz opening for the Red Not Chili Peppers, who pay tribute to the ultimate funk rock quartet – a band that has transcended three decades of chart-topping success as well as developed one of the largest die-hard followings in the world. Donations will be accepted to support Reef Relief and the work they do to support and improve our reefs throughout the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Show starts at 4:20 p.m.

  • April 20 - 08, 2023 Key West
  • Market on the Green
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  • Held the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., visitors and residents are invited to browse and shop amazing local artisans. The monthly market is located at the Sunset Green Event Lawn, at Key West’s 24 North Hotel, 3820 N. Roosevelt Boulevard.

  • April 20 Key West
  • Connections Project: Key West Opening Celebration
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  • The Florida Keys Council of the Arts' Connections Project mural road show is underway, and this location is its final stop. This year's mosaic of 300 small paintings by Keys artists celebrates the Keys' unique history and bicentennial with the theme "Pirates to Pineapples in Paradise - 200 Years in Monroe County." The mural debuts at the Florida Keys Council of the Arts headquarters at the historic Gato Building in Key West with a free opening reception Thursday, April 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. The mural remains on display at this location through May 5. 1100 Simonton Street.

  • April 21 - May 05, 2023 Key West
  • Connections Project: Mural on Display in Key West
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  • The Florida Keys Council of the Arts' Connections Project mural road show is underway, and this location is its final stop. This year's mosaic of 300 small paintings by Keys artists celebrates the Keys' unique history and bicentennial with the theme "Pirates to Pineapples in Paradise - 200 Years in Monroe County." The mural will be on display at the Florida Keys Council of the Arts headquarters at the historic Gato Building in Key West through May 5. 1100 Simonton Street.

  • April 21 - 30, 2023 Key West
  • 41st Annual Conch Republic Independence Celebration
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  • Fans and friends of the Florida Keys’ Conch Republic can celebrate the irreverent "nation's" 41st birthday with activities including a tall ship pirate adventure, traditional shrimp boil, sunset boat parade, tour of the USCGC Ingham floating maritime museum, and more. The annual Conch Republic Independence Celebration commemorates the Keys’ symbolic 1982 secession from the United States and reinvention as the eccentric republic.

  • April 22 Key West
  • Papio Kinetic Sculpture and Art Bike Parade
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  • Creative recycling, offbeat artistry and energetic "people power" will entertain spectators during the Papio Kinetic Sculpture and Art Bike Parade on Earth Day in Key West. The family-friendly promenade kicks off at noon outside the Custom House Museum, 281 Front St. Colorful sculptural floats with moving parts, elaborately decorated bicycles and other mobile creations -- all crafted with repurposed or recycled elements -- proceed along Key West’s famed Duval Street.

  • April 22 Key West
  • Tropic Cinema: Movie Under the Stars
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  • Tropic Cinema presents "Back to the Future" for the FREE April Movie Under the Stars cinema classic screening on Eaton Street. Limited seating available, but you're welcome to bring your own chairs or blankets. Concessions available inside the lobby. Screening starts a half hour after sunset -- approximately 8:15 p.m. 416 Eaton Street.

  • May 03 - 07, 2023 Key West
  • 27th Annual Key West Songwriters Festival
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  • The Key West Songwriters Festival is the largest festival of its kind in the world. It revolves around five days and nights where live music bliss introduces crowds to the faces, voices and stories behind the songs. Full schedule of performances coming soon.

  • May 04 Key West
  • Keys Concerts By Candlelight: May the 4th Be With You
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  • Keys Concerts by Candlelight presents “May the Fourth Be With You.” The unique concert experience features the music of Star Wars composer John Williams played by string quartet, and is led by the Southernmost Chamber Music Society member and violinist, Irie Monte. Hosted by comedian Steve Crane, the evening also features special guest appearances by the Sunshine State Stormtroopers. Doors open at 7, concert at 8 p.m. Tennessee Williams Theatre Cabaret, 5901 College Rd.

  • May 06 Key West
  • Market on the Green
  • Website
  • Held the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., visitors and residents are invited to browse and shop amazing local artisans. The monthly market is located at the Sunset Green Event Lawn, at Key West’s 24 North Hotel, 3820 N. Roosevelt Boulevard.

  • May 21 Key West
  • The Studios of Key West: Tangos to Tarantellas
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  • The Music Room presents Tangos to Tarantellas, an annual children’s welfare fundraiser showcasing the best classical musicians in the Keys. The twist? They’re all under 18 years old. Join musical director Robin Kaplan and her students for “a happy hour soiree” of classical dance music while enjoying refreshments and delectable bites. Helmerich Theater, tickets free at the door. Show starts at 5 p.m. 533 Eaton St., Key West.