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March 21, 2022
It’s time to celebrate and share the fun, funky, and fabulous festivals taking place right here in Key West. Take a look at the creative and unique festivities from March to May, including music, art, history, culture, parades, concerts, and even a few costuming events. Here’s the lineup of the best spring festivals in paradise.
Bicentennial Celebration in March
Parades, Picnics, Heritage Festival, Fireworks, and more!
Key West Bicentennial Celebration
March 19th - 30th
A multi-day 200th anniversary of Key West’s first permanent settlement, commemorating the date of March 25, 1822, when U.S. Navy Lt. Matthew Perry planted the American flag on island soil, thereby solidified Key West's special place in history. Celebrate the island's history, architecture, food, culture, art, industries, residents, and more. Planned activities include historical events and talks, a parade, heritage festival, fireworks, even a time capsule intended to be reopened at the 250th celebration in 2072.
Learn more about the 200th Anniversary Celebration and all the events taking place.
Parades and Parties in April
Conch Republic Independence Celebration
April 14th - 24th
Photo Credit: Rob O'Neal/Florida Keys News Bureau
The Conch Republic Independence Celebration is a quirky 10-day festival honoring the birth of the republic and its place in Keys history.
There will be Sunset Sails, Conch Blowing Contest, Parades, Beach Cleanups, Art & Craft Fair, Conch Crawl Bar & Distillery Stroll, 38th Annual Conch Republic Drag Races, Wearable Art Fashion Show, Culinary Events, Wine Tastings, and so much more. View the Schedule of Events.
The republic was founded in April 1982 to protest the installation of a U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint that stopped traffic at the top of the Florida Keys Overseas Highway, the only road in and out of the Keys.
Learn more about the Conch Republic Days.
Papio Kinetic Sculpture Parade
HUMAN-POWERED ART SCULPTURES TAKE OVER KEY WEST!
April 30th
You've heard it before, one man's junk is another man's treasure. One of the most colorful, creative human-powered art sculpture parades is happening at the end of April! This festive event features colorful sculptural floats, tricycles with quirky, colorful costumed riders, fantastically decorated bicycles, and other moving works of art. Watch the decorated works of art roll through Key West’s historic downtown. The Papio Kinetic Sculpture Parade is an artistic, creative way to raise awareness about artists' legacy and importance in the Florida Keys, while recycling is a key component.
Learn more about the Papio Kinetic Sculpture Parade
Music in May
26th Annual Key West Songwriters Festival
May 4th - 8th | 100 + Artists, 30+ Shows
One of the best music festivals takes place right here in our beautiful city, featuring more than one hundred songwriters performing at indoor and outdoor venues across the island.
The Marker Key West Harbor Resort is a proud sponsor of the Key West Songwriters Festival, and we look forward to another great music fest and live performances poolside at our resort.
Good to Know
Most Songwriter events are free, but ticketed events sell out fast.
Stay informed on festival news and updates.
The festival lineup and schedule of events are updated regularly, so keep checking the Key West Songwriters Festival website. Once we get word on who is performing at The Marker, we’ll update our events calendar and keep you informed.
Artist Announcement for the 2022 Key West Songwriters Festival
Chris Young will be headlining the Friday night show on May 6th at the Coffee BChris Young will be headlining the Friday night show on May 6th at the Coffee Butler Amphitheater Rams Head Presents - Key West - Purchase Tickets online.
Other artists performing at the festival are Dean Dillon, Liz Rose, Kostas, Jeffrey Steele, Steve Cropper, Craig Wiseman, Robert Randolph, Ronnie Bowman, Scotty Emerick, James Slater, Ed Roland, Jack Ingram, Chuck Cannon, Devin Dawson, Ernest and Many More!
Learn more about the Key West Songwriters Festival.
The fun never ends in Key West, and as you can see, there’s always something happening and something to celebrate! #lovethemarkerutler Amphitheater Rams Head Presents - Key West - Purchase Tickets online.
Other artists performing at the festival are Dean Dillon, Liz Rose, Kostas, Jeffrey Steele, Steve Cropper, Craig Wiseman, Robert Randolph, Ronnie Bowman, Scotty Emerick, James Slater, Ed Roland, Jack Ingram, Chuck Cannon, Devin Dawson, Ernest and Many More!
Learn more about the Key West Songwriters Festival.
The fun never ends in Key West, and as you can see, there’s always something happening and something to celebrate! #lovethemarker
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