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ISLAMORADA, Florida Keys  — The fish were biting and the lines were flying as lady anglers hauled in a whopping 110 offshore fish during the 2025 Ladies Let’s Go Fishing Screamin’ Reels Tournament, held May 16–18 in the beautiful waters of …

FLORIDA KEYS (May 28, 2025) — The Florida Keys & Key West are turning up the tropical vibes this June with a stacked lineup of sunny celebrations, unique festivals, and a yacht’s worth of fishing tournaments. Whether you’re here for the …

Tavernier, Florida Keys (May 21, 2025) — It’s time for ladies to grab their rods, rally their crew, and get ready for some friendly, competitive fishing with a purpose. Hosted by the Florida Keys Elks Lodge 1872 and presented by Townsend Plumbing, …

The annual Gigantic Nautical Market is to take place in Islamorada’s Founders Park at mile marker 87 bayside Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 22-23, blending an outdoor boat show, nautical market and food truck rally.Billed as a “boat show with a beach,” …

Visitors to the Florida Keys, the 125-mile-long island chain at the southernmost tip of the Florida peninsula, can now discover several unique walking adventures via a new website section on fla-keys.com, the Keys’ official visitor website.The …

Captain Brian Cone of Tavernier, Florida, led his team aboard Trophy Hunter to the win at the 35th annual Cheeca Lodge and Spa Presidential Sailfish Tournament that ended Jan. 19 in Islamorada.Trophy Hunter anglers Mark and Brandon Mitchell and …

The laid-back atmosphere of the Florida Keys carries the sound of music across the island chain with live musical performances — both indoor and outdoor —and music festivals in several genres to delight Keys visitors.While a number of notable …

The 2025 performing arts season in the Florida Keys & Key West is set to captivate audiences with lively musicals, comedies, dramas and other top-notch performances. Here are some upcoming highlights.Since 1978, The Key Players group has brought …

Islamorada’s Captain Robert Collins led team Back in Business to first place in the Islamorada Fishing Club Captain’s Cup Sailfish Tournament that ended Jan. 15.The Back in Business team released nine sailfish on the contest’s single day of fishing, …

The fun-filled backcountry fishing challenge known as the Swamp Guides Ball is set for Jan. 31 through Feb. 1 in Islamorada. The 35th annual all-release tournament targets redfish, snook and bonefish.All anglers are welcome to compete and are not …

The Salt Water Sportsman National Seminar Series is set to return to the Florida Keys Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Coral Shores Performing Arts Center, mile marker 89.9 oceanside in Islamorada.The 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. educational event is to cover “how-to” …

The Islamorada Women’s Sailfish Tournament celebrates its 40th year, as well as its new affiliation with the Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing organization, Jan. 31 through Feb. 2 in Islamorada.The tournament kickoff party, silent auction and raffle are set …

A field of 352 registered anglers reeled in and released 70 sailfish from a fleet of 76 boats in the popular Fish for Holly Sailfish Tournament that ended Jan. 4 in Islamorada.Grand champion angler Caroline Hendrix of Islamorada caught and released …

The Florida Keys’ Conch Republic — the beloved nickname for the “micronation” created during the symbolic secession of the island chain from the United States on April 23, 1982 — has gained prime-time attention during the newest season of the …

The Florida Keys Community Concert Band brings its upbeat Pops in the Park series of monthly outdoor concerts to Islamorada and Key Largo for another toe-tapping season.The free-admission performances are set for Saturdays at 4 p.m. Dates for 2025 …

Billed as the Florida Keys’ premier boat show, Island Boat Show is to feature top boat brands and dealers Friday through Sunday, Jan. 24-26, at Island Community Church, mile marker 83.Boat dealers in the Florida Keys and several manufacturers …

Art and crafts lovers can stroll among scores of original creations on display at the 41st annual outdoor Art Under the Oaks show set for Saturday, Jan. 18, in Islamorada.Set up in the San Pedro Catholic Church gardens at mile marker 89.5 bayside, …

The spirit of Baygrass Bluegrass Festival is alive with four days of traditional and next-generation bluegrass, mixed with intriguing variations on the genre, during the Baygrass Bluegrass Festival set for Friday through Monday, Jan. 17-20.The long …

There’s always something happening in the Florida Keys & Key West, from eclectic festivals focusing on the area’s colorful history, arts and notable cuisine to events that celebrate the Keys’ unique environment, underwater adventures and quirky …

Winter in the Florida Keys is sunny and breezy, typically offering the warmest winter weather in the continental United States. The 125-mile-long island chain is particularly popular with visitors for its wide variety of resort accommodations and …

Visual art and music by top Florida Keys talents are to take center stage during the Connections Project: A Mosaic of the Keys 2025, a vibrant series of popup events for cultural enthusiasts that begins Wednesday, Jan. 8, and continues through …

FLORIDA KEYS — Santa is likely to arrive in the Florida Keys by schooner instead of by sleigh, traveling with a team of dolphins rather than reindeer — at least during the festive lighted boat parades that enliven the Keys’ holiday season.Boat …

The Monroe County Tourist Development Council (TDC), the organization responsible for marketing Florida Keys & Key West tourism, is conducting a nationwide search seeking separate responses to requests for proposals (RFPs) for advertising and …

Jan. 3-4: Fish for Holly Sailfish Tournament. Islamorada. Created to raise money for Keys scholarships and domestic violence initiatives, this memorial tournament honors the late Holly Given, a Keys resident and avid angler. Participants gather at …

Celebrate the holiday season and Florida Keys history by taking a boat ride to enjoy Lignumvitae Christmas. The event is set for 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park off Islamorada.The island preserves a …

The Florida Keys Gold Cup Sailfish Championship triple-crown series is to open Thursday through Sunday, Dec. 5-8, with the 61st Islamorada Sailfish Tournament. The tournament is a primary fundraiser for the Islamorada Charter Boat …

Teen and ‘tween competitors can pair with experienced Florida Keys captains and mates for fun-loving competition Friday through Sunday, Dec. 13-15, at the 60th annual Islamorada Junior Sailfish Tournament.A kick-off party is planned Friday, Dec. 13, …

Bright and beautifully “belighted” subtropical holidays in the Florida Keys & Key West are filled with warmth, inspiring good cheer throughout the 125-mile-long island chain. From Key Largo to Key West, the 2024 holiday season features spirited …

Tourism infrastructure is intact throughout the 125-mile-long Florida Keys & Key West-island chain after Hurricane Rafael’s far outer bands brushed the Keys with tropical storm-force wind gusts but no significant impacts.  The National …

The forecast calls for lots of snow along with subtropical breezes during Islamorada’s 20th annual Holiday Fest set for 4-10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, on the Great Lawn inside Founders Park, mile marker 87 bayside.A 30-ton snow mountain is to attract …