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Dolphin Fish Tournament in Florida Keys Set for June 23-25
May 16, 2023 • KW Concierge
Anglers from all walks of life will be gathering in the Florida Keys for a highly anticipated event - the Florida Keys PBA Dolphin Tournament, taking place from June 23-25. This tournament is not just a test of skill, but also a noble initiative to benefit two praiseworthy causes, the Autism Society of the Keys and the Love Fund. About the Event The Florida Keys PBA Dolphin Tournament is hos...
Celebrating Two Decades of the Sea-to-Sea Rainbow Flag at Key West Pride 2023
May 08, 2023 • KW Concierge
Overview The globally recognized Key West Pride event is scheduled to take place from Wednesday through Sunday, June 7-11, 2023. This year, the festival marks the 20th "birthday" of Key West's iconic 1.25-mile sea-to-sea rainbow flag. The Key West Business Guild will present a three-night laser light show to celebrate this landmark occasion and to honor the Florida Keys' unifying "One Human Famil...
Key West's VFW Fishing Tournament Set for June 16-18
May 03, 2023 • KW Concierge
Key West's 11th annual VFW Fishing Tournament is inviting all fishing enthusiasts to compete over a three-day period, from June 16-18. Male and female anglers of all ages, including first responders, veterans, and active-duty service members, have a chance to test their skills against five species of fish. Tournament Details Target Species: The tournament aims to catch five specific species ...
Swimmers and 'Mermaids' to Circle Key West During 12.5-Mile Race June 17
May 02, 2023 • KW Concierge
On June 17, swimmers, relay teams, and "mermaids" will embark on a unique aquatic adventure as they circle Key West in a 12.5-mile open-water race through the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean. The College of the Florida Keys' Swim Around Key West welcomes competitors of all ages, as they vie for awards in various age categories. Sanctioned by the World Open Water Swimming Association, the event c...
Kinetic Sculpture Parade of Recycled Creations to Mark Earth Day in Key West
March 21, 2023 • KW Concierge
The Papio Kinetic Sculpture and Art Bike Parade will take place in Key West on April 22 to celebrate Earth Day. The parade will feature colorful mobile sculptures made from recycled materials, powered only by human effort. The event is in honor of Stanley Papio, a folk artist who used to weld recycled car parts, pipes, and wire to create sculptures. The parade is intended to inspire eco-friendly r...
Key West Woman Scores Historic Win at March Merkin Permit Tournament
March 21, 2023 • KW Concierge
Kathryn "Kat" Vallilee of Key West has made history at the March Merkin Permit Tournament, becoming the first woman to win the tournament since its inception in 2006. The Florida Keys event, which targets permit, a notoriously elusive gamefish, saw 25 teams of elite permit enthusiasts take part in the 2023 tournament under challenging fishing conditions. Tournament veteran Vallilee was named grand...
Florida Keys' Conch Republic to Commemorate 'Secession' April 21-30
March 18, 2023 • KW Concierge
The Florida Keys' "Conch Republic" is set to celebrate its 41st annual "Conch Republic Days" between April 21-30. The festival, which commemorates the region's symbolic secession from the US, will feature a number of events, including a street parade and a sea battle with tall ships. The Republic's founders, including former Key West mayor Dennis Wardlow, will also reenact the 1982 ceremony that l...
Dazzling Drone 'Fireworks' Display to Cap Keys' Bicentennial Kickoff Concert
March 10, 2023 • KW Concierge
The Florida Keys is set to celebrate its bicentennial with a series of events paying tribute to the history of the chain of islands on which it sits. One of the highlights will come on 25 March when Key West's Truman Waterfront Park will host the "200 Years of Paradise Kick-off Concert", showcasing live music and visual presentations. The evening will be marked by a dazzling "fireworks" display fe...
Keys Media Advisory - Contestants Pucker Up for Key West Conch Shell Blowing Contest
March 04, 2023 • KW Concierge
Macon, Georgia resident Brian Cardis won the men's division of the Conch Shell Blowing Contest, which was held on Saturday by the Old Island Restoration Foundation at Key West's Oldest House Museum. The attendees competed in several categories such as men, women, children, and groups, and were evaluated on the quality, duration, loudness, and novelty of sounds they made. The competition has been h...
Tripadvisor Names Key West Among Top 10 U.S. Destinations
February 18, 2023 • KW Concierge
According to Tripadvisor's 2023 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best awards, Key West has been named among the 10 most popular domestic visitor destinations, ranking seventh on the list. The city is one of three Florida cities on Tripadvisor's top 25, with Miami Beach ranking fifth and St. Augustine ranking 19th. Key West was praised for its slow pace, history as a haven for U.S. presidents and lite...