Floating greens, golf boats and biodegradable fish food balls highlight the annual “par-tee” on the water during the popular Conch Scramble charity golf tournament Saturday, Sept. 25, in Islamorada.N
A hearty appetite for lobster is the main requirement for attendees at the 24th annual Key West Lobsterfest, set for Thursday through Sunday, Aug. 12-15. The event salutes Florida’s clawless crustacean at the start of …
Key West Lobsterfest Continues Aug. 12-15; Weather Cancels Street Fair Read More »
A one-of-a-kind underwater concert is to spotlight reef protection while intriguing divers and snorkelers Saturday, Sept. 18, in the Florida Keys — home to the continental United States’ only coral barrier reef.N
Divers can vie for prize money while helping preserve native reef fish populations during a fun, competitive Florida Keys Lionfish Derby & Festival Thursday through Sunday, Sept. 9-12, sponsored by Reef Environmental Education Foundation.N
Fishing for elusive shallow-water gamefish is the primary attraction of the 2021 Robert James Sales S.L.A.M., set to draw anglers, guides and celebrities to Key West Friday through Sunday, Sept. 10-12.N
The Herman Lucerne Memorial Backcountry Fishing Championship is to return to Islamorada Friday through Sunday, Sept. 17-19. During the one-of-a-kind event, participating anglers spread out to explore the Florida Keys backcountry’s labyrinth of canals, water …
Herman Lucerne Memorial Tournament Scheduled Sept. 17-19 Read More »
Women are expected to flock to Key West Wednesday through Sunday, Sept. 1-5, for the annual Womenfest celebration in the island city known for its all-welcoming diversity.N
The 12th annual Florida Keys Heroes Tribute Labor Day weekend at Hawks Cay Resort, Villas and Marina is to honor “heroes in action,” men and women members of the military, fire rescue, police and medical …
Hawks Cay Resort to Host ‘Florida Keys Heroes Tribute’ Labor Day Weekend Read More »
Fans of beers and ales can sample about 150 of them while also discovering the flavors of the continental United States’ southernmost island, during a festival “brewed” especially for Labor Day weekend visitors.N
The Herman Lucerne Memorial Backcountry Fishing Championship is to return to Islamorada Friday through Sunday, Sept. 17-19. During the one-of-a-kind event, participating anglers spread out to explore the Florida Keys backcountry’s labyrinth of canals, water …
Herman Lucerne Memorial Tournament Scheduled Sept. 17-19 Read More »
When the Stock Island Marina Village Key West Marlin Tournament ended Saturday off the Florida Keys, a 15-year-old angler’s marlin release put his team at the top of the leaderboard despite two other teams scoring …
Florida Team Wins Key West Marlin Tournament After 15-Year-Old Scores Release Read More »
Sarah Fangman, superintendent of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, is a Minnesota native whose impressive career as a marine scientist has spanned the United States. She’s conducted more than 600 dives in Keys sanctuary …
Sarah Fangman: Steward of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Read More »
Some 140 men, most with white or graying beards, stocky builds and a resemblance to Ernest Hemingway are in Key West this week — drawn by the chance to compete in the 2021 Hemingway Look-Alike …
Look-Alikes Compete ‘Ernestly’ in Key West’s Hemingway Days Contest Read More »
The 12th annual Florida Keys Heroes Tribute Labor Day weekend at Hawks Cay Resort, Villas and Marina is to honor “heroes in action,” men and women members of the military, fire rescue, police and medical …
Hawks Cay Resort to Host ‘Florida Keys Heroes Tribute’ Labor Day Weekend Read More »
Ernest Hemingway’s sporting lifestyle is to inspire athletes on land and water in Key West, the island where the legendary writer lived during the 1930s. The Hemingway 5k Sunset Run/Walk and Paddleboard Race are to …
Key West’s Hemingway 5k and Paddleboard Race Set for July 24 Read More »
Divers interested in viewing the underwater phenomenon of coral spawning can join Florida Keys dive operators during select coral spawning charters — twilight trips to shallow reefs on or around the full moons in August …
Synchronized Spawning Creates New Life for Coral Reefs in the Florida Keys Read More »
The LGBTQ-friendly island of Key West is known for its year-round subtropical weather, but temperatures are predicted to increase dramatically Wednesday through Sunday, Aug. 11-15. The cause is the annual Tropical Heat celebration, an adventurous …
Key West to Kick Off Tropical Heat Revelries Aug. 11-15 Read More »
An extensive public awareness initiative has begun to help leisure Florida Keys travelers and residents have an enjoyable, safe and non-impacting experience during both the two-day lobster sport season and the traditional lobster harvesting season.N
In Islamorada, the History of Diving Museum’s newest exhibit titled “Diving in Pop Culture” is on display through Dec. 31, and explores the underwater world as portrayed in advertising, entertainment and mainstream culture.N
Tropical Storm Elsa passed near the Lower Florida Keys and Key West Tuesday, July 6, leaving only minor impacts.N
A rich roster of literary events awaits fans of fine writing during Hemingway Days 2021, set for Tuesday through Sunday, July 20-25. The festival celebrates the talent and exuberant Key West lifestyle of legendary writer …
Hemingway Days Events Carry On Key West’s Literary Tradition Read More »
Dozens of stocky, white-bearded men are to flock to Ernest Hemingway’s 1930s island retreat to compete in Sloppy Joe’s Hemingway® Look-Alike Contest set for Thursday through Saturday, July 22-24.N
The Tampa-area team Mama Money earned top honors for a 31.1-pound dolphin fish in the VFW Fishing Tournament that ended June 20 in Key West.N
Fans of Ernest Hemingway’s literary greatness and vigorous life, including scores of bearded Hemingway look-alikes, are to converge on Key West Tuesday through Sunday, July 20-25, for Hemingway Days 2021. The annual celebration salutes the …
Hemingway Days to Celebrate Literary Legend July 20-25 in Key West Read More »
Embark on a culinary journey through Islamorada with Florida Keys Food Tours, exploring historic sights and sampling island-style fare on a guided walking experience in paradise.N
