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FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY July 27, 2025Contacts: Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com (813) 210-8585Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441  Story: Hemingway Look-Alike Winner Chosen in Key West Locator: Key West, Fla.Video Link: Click …

KEY WEST, Fla. (July 7, 2025) — Key Lime pies can’t fly. That was amply demonstrated Sunday, July 6, during the Key Lime Pie Drop that highlighted the final day of Key West’s annual Key Lime Festival. Entrants in the quirky competition …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY July 4, 2025Contact: Mary B. Haban, Florida Keys News Bureau Mary@fla-keys.com (813) 210-8585  Story: The Taste of Victory: Florida Man Devours Key Lime Pie, Takes Top Prize! Locator: Key West, Fla.Video Link: …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

People from ages 8 to 88 are among those expected to “blow their own horns” in Key West Saturday, March 8, attempting a unique form of musical expression during the 62nd annual Conch Shell Blowing Contest.Blowing into the fluted, pink-lined shell of …

Growers and lovers of fragrant and colorful exotic orchids can celebrate that passion during the Key West Orchid Festival set for Friday through Sunday, Feb. 28 through March 2.The three-day event — attracting up to 3,000 participants annually — is …

An exclusive opportunity to explore five of Key West’s beautiful private gardens awaits horticulture buffs Friday and Saturday, Feb. 21-22, during once-a-year tours presented by the Key West Garden Club.Between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. both days, tour …

One of the New World’s oldest shipwrecks, Civil War-era emancipation in Key West, and the discovery of two fabled sunken Spanish galleons are to be highlighted for audiences during a winter lecture series at the island city’s Mel Fisher Maritime …

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 …

A scenic boardwalk on Key West’s historic waterfront is to become an open-air gallery of creative offerings Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 22-23, during the Key West Art and Craft Festival.  Set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days, the free-admission …

Johnny Vance, concierge extraordinaire, utilizes his deep radio-host voice and passion for urging visitors to get out on Florida Keys waters to provide custom, white-glove service to his clients.“I’m a firm believer that the one thing that makes …

Attendees at the 19th annual Florida Keys Seafood Festival scheduled Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 15-16, can celebrate the region’s world-renowned fresh seafood and the commercial fishermen who devote their careers to harvesting it.Presented by the …

Descendants of former presidents Jimmy Carter, Harry S. Truman, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Theodore Roosevelt, William Howard Taft, Ulysses S. Grant and Grover Cleveland are to discuss their famous relatives and the importance of historic preservation …

Visitors to Key West and nearby areas of the Florida Keys can enjoy approximately two dozen sightseeing tours, watersports and other experiences with the Key West Attractions Association’s Vacation Pass. The pass provides value-added offers from Key …

Story: Female Impersonator’s ‘Red Shoe Drop’ Tops Key West New Year’s EveLocator Super: Key West, Fla.Video: Video can be downloaded from the Florida Keys News Bureau's FTP server (download details below) and accessed via Google Link …

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 …

Steve Earle, the Red Clay Strays, Shane Smith and the Saints, the Randy Rogers Band, Reckless Kelly and other celebrated musicians from the Americana and “Red Dirt” genres are slated to perform in subtropical Key West Tuesday through Saturday, Jan. …

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 …

International teams of women and girls are to unite in Key West for adrenaline-charged sports matches and associated activities Tuesday through Monday, Jan. 21-27, during the 33rd annual Kelly McGillis Classic International Women’s & Girls’ Flag …

The South Florida Symphony Orchestra, launched 27 years ago in Key West under the direction of Maestra Sebrina Maria Alfonso, is to celebrate its 2025 season with three performances for music lovers in the island city.The first Key West concert is …

The southernmost island in the continental United States is to host a renowned international sailing regatta Monday through Saturday, Jan. 20-25, drawing top sailing teams from around the world and aficionados who follow the sport.The Southernmost …

Leading American and international writers are to explore the topic of family and familial ties during the 42nd annual Key West Literary Seminar, an intimate gathering for literature fans set for Thursday through Sunday, Jan. 9-12.Headquartered at …

Runners can compete in one of the United States’ top winter half marathons while enjoying typically balmy weather Sunday, Jan. 19, during the annual Key West Half Marathon & Runfest.The challenge attracts thousands of enthusiasts each year from …

Athletes are to test their strength and learn from world-renowned coaches Saturday, Jan. 4, during the annual Pole Vault in Paradise competition in Key West.Scheduled to take place at Higgs Beach, located at 1000 Atlantic Blvd. on the Atlantic …

Angling teams targeting kingfish can vie for mastery and substantial cash prizes Wednesday through Sunday, Jan. 15-19, during the 2025 Key West Kingfish Mayhem tournament.The event takes place in the waters where sizeable king mackerel, also called …