Still Rising: Celebrate Pride Where It All Feels Like Home — Key West Pride 2025
June 18, 2025 • KW Concierge
In a place where rainbow flags wave as naturally as the palms sway in the breeze, Key West Pride 2025 is more than just a festival — it’s a feeling. From June 22–29, 2025, the southernmost island in the continental U.S. throws open its tropical doors and says come as you are for a full week of unapologetic joy, love, and celebration.
With the theme “Still Rising,” this year’s Pride honors the LGBTQ+ community’s enduring strength and vibrant legacy, all wrapped in the signature island magic that makes Key West a haven for free spirits and fierce allies alike. Whether you’re diving into pool parties, raising a toast to LGBTQ+ history, or dancing down Duval Street in the dazzling Pride Parade, Key West Pride offers a joyful blend of past, present, and flamboyant future.
Why You’ll Love Key West Pride 2025
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🌈 Kick It Off in Style:
The Key West Pride Follies variety show (June 21) sets the tone with drag, comedy, and local flair. -
🎉 Party Like a Local:
The Pride Kick-Off Party (June 22) at AquaPlex features DJs, open bar, buffet, and that unmistakable island energy. -
❄️ Cool Down, Stir Things Up:
The Ice Plunge & Mocktail Bartender Competition (June 23) at the Lighthouse Hotel adds refreshing thrills and flavor. -
🏳️🌈 Honor the Movement:
A champagne toast and Stonewall Uprising documentary (June 24) mark over 50 years of progress. -
👙 Pool Party Paradise:
From the cheeky Sausage Fest to the inclusive Love Whoever the F** You Want Ally Party*, the June 27 lineup proves there’s a splash for everyone. -
🚲 Explore With Pride:
Join a Pride History Trolley Tour or Key Lime Bike Tour to discover the LGBTQ+ roots of the island. -
🎭 Fierce Performances:
Don’t miss Lillian Baxter’s musical memoir and Quin Lamar’s riotous queer comedy, both on June 25. -
⛵ Sail & Slay:
On June 27, the Brunch Sail & Swim aboard the Argo Navis brings retro vibes and prizes for the best 80s swimwear. -
🎊 The Grand Finale Parade:
On June 29, the Still Rising Parade struts through downtown Key West, a joyful spectacle of unity and pride.
Why It’s a Must-Visit
Key West isn’t just a destination — it’s a state of mind. Known for its inclusive spirit and "One Human Family" philosophy, it’s long been a sanctuary for artists, rebels, romantics, and wanderers. During Pride, that spirit shines brighter than ever. Whether you're traveling solo or with your chosen family, Key West Pride 2025 is the perfect mix of community, culture, and celebration.
So what are you waiting for? Dust off your glitter, pack your most colorful swimwear, and head to paradise where Pride isn’t just celebrated — it’s lived. 🌴🏳️🌈
