A tropical paradise with fabulous weather, exotic plants and flowers that
grow wild, sunsets famous for their beauty and a historic district larger than
most any city in America… there’s something for everyone
in Key West.
Historic sites, charming shops, great art galleries and quiet beaches provide
a wealth of entertainment. Key West nightlife is exciting with world class
restaurants, lively bars, shows, and theatres. Best of all, everything is within
walking or biking distance from the Almond Tree Inn!
Key West is also known for its never-ending events! There always seems to
be something going on within the island. Scroll down or click here to view
the Key West Calendar of Events (anchor link down to section).
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Event calendar courtesy of fla-keys.com
The Tourism & Development Council of the Florida Keys
Events in The Florida Keys for
February,
2012 |
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| January 22 to March 25,
in Key West |
Florida Keys Eco Discovery Center hosts: Sunday Free Environmental Film Series
Members of the public are invited to enjoy free environmental documentaries Sundays through March 2012 at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center in Key West, co-sponsored by the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary (NOAA). Doors to the center open Sundays at 1 p.m., show times are 2 p.m. & 4 p.m. Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center is located at 33 East Quay Road, on the Truman waterfront next to Ft. Zachary Taylor State Park. Films produced by PBS, National Geographic, Jean-Michel Cousteau Ocean Adventures and more. Visit website for complete details.
Contact: 305-809-4755
Email: karrie.carnes@noaa.gov
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| February 03 to February 25,
in Key West |
Bye Bye Liver: The Key West Drinking Play
Combining sketch comedy and interactive drinking games to craft a uniquely formatted experience, BBL was originally launched by The Pub Theater Company in Chicago in 2006. Drawing from a large playbook of sketches and games, BBL aims creates shows that are fast, fun, intoxicatingly interactive and vary each night with the best and brightest performers from among the denizens of Key West nightlife. A colorful ensemble of local comedic talent, including Wayne Jarvela, Li Jones, Michele Meck, Chad Newman, "Cannonball" Katie Walker and Will "Happy Hour" Wilson. Shows are held at Hog's Breath Saloon, in the upstairs cabaret - 400 Front Street. Tickets are $20 person, show starts Fridays at 7:30, Saturdays at 7:30 and 10pm; shows on sale now for Feb 3, 4, 17, 18, 24 and 25.
Contact: (800) 650-6449
Email: cscott@hwykey.com
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| February 07 to March 10,
in Key West |
Red Barn Theatre presents: God of Carnage
Great comedy, bad manners. This Broadway smash hit is a ninety-minute thrill ride that takes you into the most dangerous place on earth: parenthood. A civilized discussion over a playground fight becomes a rumble in the living room between two couples. Crackling wit and raucous physical comedy abound in this production of grownups behaving badly. Visit website for show times and tickets.
Contact: 305-296-9911
Email: info@redbarntheatre.com
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| February 25 to February 26,
in Key West |
Old Island Days Art Festival
The 47th annual juried fine art show is set on lower Whitehead Street and Caroline Street in historic Old Town. The highly acclaimed show, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, features oil paintings, watercolors, sculpture, photography and other offerings by artists from around the United States.
Contact: Lois Songer 305-294-1243
Email: kwartctr@earthlink.net
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| February 25,
in Key West |
Presidential Descendants to Recall First Ladies
Descendants of three former United States presidents are to share memories and insights about their "first lady" forebears during a presentation at Key West's Harry S. Truman Little White House, Florida's only presidential museum. The unique event is scheduled for 4 p.m., on the west lawn of the 111 Front St. residence where former President Truman spent 11 working vacations during his 1945-1953 administration. Tickets available at keystix.com.
Contact: 305-294-9911
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| February 25,
in Key West |
Free Sword Swallowing Show at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Key West Odditorium
Celebrate the 6th annual World Sword Swallower's Day with free sword swallowing demonstrations. Watch local legend Dale Pritchard, aka D.W. Blade Master, perform a FREE show at Ripley's Key West. Pritchard has been wowing Key West crowds with his sword swallowing skills for 31 years! Starts at 2 p.m.
Contact: 305-293-9939
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| February 26 to February 27,
in Key West |
Red Barn Theatre presents: Kathleen ... Peace, Love and Jazz
Kathleen...Peace, Love, and Jazz is an evening of songs by vocal powerhouse Kathleen Peace. Kathleen will captivate you with her impressive multi-octave vocal range as pianist Larry Smith crafts enchanted music that perfectly accompanies her. Kathleen and Larry are frequent collaborators on stage and have a sinfully delightful reputation for performing standards that become not so standard!
Contact: 305-296-9911
Email: info@redbarntheatre.com
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| February 27,
in Key West |
Waterfront Playhouse presents: Dinner and Disco at the Flamingo Diner
Get your tickets early because this event is a sell-out every year. Disco, famed diner food, drink and ambiance meld together. Come dressed as your favorite cook, waitress, diner patron, disco diva or dude. Who's going to win the costume prize this year? At the home of Bert Whitt and Dennis Beaver. Showtime 7 p.m.
Contact: Box Office 305-294-5015
Email: Box_Office@waterfrontplayhouse.org
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