| March 13 to November 30,
in Key West |
Key West Fishing Tournament, Inc
This popular 8.5-month-long competition targets more than 40 species of fish.
Contact: Doris Harris 305-295-6601 or 800-970-9056
Email: director@keywestfishingtournament.com
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| June 21 to August 13,
in Key West |
Summer Coral Camp
Coral Camp provides a unique learning experience for kids aged 6-12. Campers learn all about our living coral reef ecosystem through interactive field trips, film and activities at the Reef Relief Environmental Center. Call or e-mail for details on weekly sessions.
Contact: 305-294-3100
Email: reefrelief@gmail.com
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| July 03,
in Key West |
Conch Republic Ladies’ Dolphin Tournament
This competition is for women only, although male captains and mates are allowed.
Contact: John Stuempfig (305) 304-7674
Email: wave.whacker@hotmail.com
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| July 04,
in Key Largo |
Fireworks Show on Blackwater Sound
Blackwater Sound provides the perfect nighttime mirrorlike surface to make the annual fireworks display seem like a 3-D viewing experience designed to dazzle. The show is to take place on the bayfront in Key Largo at 9 p.m. Sunday, July 4. The best seating can be found at Sundowners and Senior Frijoles restaurants, Caribbean Club and Marriott Key Largo Bay Resort, all located around mile marker (MM) 104 bayside. Reservations are suggested because seating is limited.
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| July 04,
in Key Largo |
Stay Ahead of the Parade 5k
“Stay Ahead Of The Parade” 5k Run is planned and open to the public. Sponsored by the “Upper Keys Reporter,” Upper Keys YMCA and Centennial Bank, the race is to benefit summer camp scholarships for junior marine biology and literacy initiatives. The race is expected to start at 9:45 a.m. Participants can pre-register — packets are available at the YMCA office and Key Largo branch of Centennial Bank — or enter during the final registration 8:30-9:30 a.m. on race day.
Contact: Joyia Montanez 305-896-4956.
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| July 04,
in Islamorada |
Fireworks and Family Fun at Founders Park
Founders Park, MM 87 on Plantation Key, is the site of “Spirit of Islamorada,” an old-fashioned annual Fourth of July celebration hosted by the Village of Islamorada and the Upper Keys Rotary Club. Entertainment and activities for kids, teens, parents and dogs highlight the event from 6 to 9:30 p.m. A fireworks show follows.
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| July 04,
in Big Pine |
Celebrate Fourth of July Fireworks
The Big Pine & Lower Keys Rotary Club’s annual 4th of July fireworks are to take place at Sugarloaf Airport, MM 17 bayside on Sugarloaf Key, adjacent to the quirky Bat Tower. Live music headlined by Brian Roberts and the Prime Movers, food and ice-cold beverages are to be accompanied by games and activities for both adults and kids. A “longer and larger” fireworks show is set to go off at nightfall, or about 9 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m. Admission is free.
Contact: Cece 305-766-8467
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| July 04,
in Marathon |
Marathon Beach Party & Fireworks Show
Enjoy Independence Day at Marathon’s Sombrero Beach. Attractions include a 10:30 a.m. parade from Marathon High School to the beach, live music all day, food, fun, sun and a fireworks extravaganza at night. For more info, call the Marathon Chamber of Commerce or visit their Web site.
Contact: (305) 743-5417
Email: info@floridakeysmarathon.com
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| July 10,
in Big Pine |
26th Annual Underwater Music Festival
A quirky concert broadcast underwater for divers, snorkelers and the occasional mermaid emphasizes reef preservation. The submerged songfest is held at Looe Key Reef in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
Contact: (305) 872-2411
Email: executivedirector@lowerkeyschamber.com
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| July 10,
in Marathon |
Marathon Dolphin Scramble
Back by popular demand, this tournament consists of a shot gun start off Sombrero Beach at 9 a.m. and the first legal dolphin back to the committee boat wins $1,000 prize money. Cash prizes for largest dolphin are first place $1,000, second-largest $500 and third-largest $200. This tournament raises money for local scholarships in the Keys. Entry fee is only $75, with a two-angler per boat minimum.
Contact: (305) 289-0199
Email: bigtimetackle@comcast.net
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| July 10 to July 11,
in Marathon |
3rd Annual Florida Keys Open Spearfishing Tournament
Shooters can compete in two
divisions, Pelagic and Reef. Team Competition, Individual competitions for
Men, Women and Juniors. Trophies, Cash Awards, Prizes, Raffle and Barbeque on
Sunday. Call for details. This tournament raises money for the American Cancer Society.
Contact: 305-743-2444
Email: info@captainhooks.com
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| July 11,
in Big Pine |
3rd Annual Under the Waterfalls Art & Shrimp Fest
Presented by Artists in Paradise, showtime is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; enjoy a day of great food, outdoor atmosphere and local artisans. Located at Boondock's Grille & Draft House, MM 27.5, Ramrod Key. Pets are welcome!
Contact: 305-872-1828
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| July 13 to September 06,
in Islamorada |
History of Diving Museum: Free Admission to All Active Duty Military Personnel
Located at MM 82.9 bayside, the museum is offering free admission to all active duty military personnel - and up to five immediate family members including spouses or children - as part of the nationwide Blue Star Museums program. Spouses of deployed military also are eligible. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Contact: 305-664-9737
Email: info@divingmuseum.org
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| July 13 to July 15,
in Islamorada |
Florida Keys Outfitters IGFA Inshore World Championship
Tournament winners from around the world compete for one of the most prized trophies in angling. The tournament features inshore fishing for permit, tarpon, bonefish, redfish and snook.
Contact: Denise Scoble or Sandy Moret at (305) 664-5423
Email: sandy@floridakeysoutfitters.com
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| July 13,
in Key Largo |
REEF Presents: Lad Akins - July is Great Annual Fish Count Month!
Lad Akins, Director of REEF Operations, is to discuss the Great Annual Fish Count, now in its 18th year. Learn how to take part in a fish survey, where to join a local GAFC event and learn more about fish species , where to find them and how to ID them. Starts at 6:30 p.m. with a social, presentation at 7 p.m., located at MM 98.3 in the median.
Contact: Nancy Perez 305-852-0030
Email: reefhq@reef.org
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| July 15 to July 18,
in Key West |
Mel Fisher Days
Each year Mel Fisher's family and friends celebrate the legendary salvor’s accomplishments, unquenchable optimism and exuberant zest for life with a festival chock full of events. Visit Web site for details.
Contact: (305) 296-6534
Email: skwiley@melfisher.com
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| July 16 to July 17,
in Islamorada |
ConchLife Scramble On-the-Water Golf Tournament
Keys boating visitors can help ‘feed the fish while feeding Upper Keys charities’ during this wild and wacky on-the-water golf tournament. Proceeds benefit local Keys charities. Get a 4-person team together and enjoy a game of nine holes by boat!
Contact: Lee Young 305-522-1590
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| July 20 to July 25,
in Key West |
Hemingway Days
The 30th celebration of the legendary author’s work and lifestyle features literary readings, a theatrical premiere, short story competition, fishing tournament, Sloppy Joe’s Look-Alike Contest and a pre-birthday "party" commemorating Ernest's July 21st birthday.
Contact: (305) 296-2388 (Look-Alike); 294-0320 (literary)
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| July 21,
in Islamorada |
History of Diving Museum presents: FREE Seminar Series
This month's free seminar is to be given by NOAA's Ellen Prager, themed "Bringing Marine Science to the Public." Starts at 7 p.m. at Diving Museum, mile marker 83 in Islamorada. Immerse yourself in the fun!
Contact: 305-664-9737
Email: info@divingmuseum.org
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| July 21 to July 23,
in Key West |
Del Brown Permit Tournament
Anglers fly-fish on the flats in a challenge that honors the late angling pioneer Del Brown, who caught and released more than 500 permit off the Keys. Entry fee is $1,500 per angler. Professionals and guides are allowed to compete as well.
Contact: Charlotte Ambrogio 305-942-0428
Email: csasun@aol.com
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| July 21 to July 24,
in Key West |
Drambuie Key West Marlin Tournament
Anglers pursue the mightiest of the offshore species in the same waters plied by novelist Ernest Hemingway. The catch-and-release tournament, held in conjunction with Key West’s annual Hemingway Days celebration, offers more than $50,000 in guaranteed prize money.
Contact: Scott Greene (305) 292-2710
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| July 25 to July 26,
in Islamorada |
Islamorada Fishing Club RedGhost Stalk
Anglers can enter either this flat tournament in the junior division for ages 9-17 or the young adult division for ages 18-35. A qualifier for the 2011 Florida Keys Outfitters/IGFA Inshore World Championship, the tournament is limited to 40 boats with a maximum of two anglers per boat. Professional guides are not required.
Contact: Jim and Sherri Trice (305) 664-3864
Email: trice_j@bellsouth.net
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| July 28 to July 29,
in Marathon |
5th Annual Lobster Rodeo
In celebration of spiny crustaceans, the action is sponsored by Tilden's Scuba Center; a fun-filled competition for the heaviest live lobster legally harvested during the two day mini-season. Prizes for division winners including Men's, Women's and Youths age 16 & under. Registration $25; complete in person. Call or visit web site for details.
Contact: 305-743-7255
Email: tildenb@bellsouth.net
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| July 28,
in Marathon |
Marathon Lobster/Spearfish Challenge
Just a plain 'ole fun day for opening day of mini lobster season. Sponsored by Big Time Bait & Tackle, the largest lobster wins $500 and largest grouper speared wins $500. A "Big Time" party follows with food and raffles to benefit local scholarships.
Contact: 305-289-0199
Email: bigtimetackle@comcast.net
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| July 30 to August 08,
in Key Largo |
Key Largo Food & Wine Festival
A wine lovers' event focusing on food and wine in Key Largo. Wine dinners, free-pour wine events, progressive dinners and a great time round out this festival - what better reason to come to Key Largo?
Contact: (305) 394-3736
Email: foodandwine@fkrm.com
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| July 30 to July 31,
in Marathon |
2nd Annual Mity Mite Tournament
Have you ever fished with a 24” rod & reel? Fish right from the docks of Captain Hook’s Marina & Dive Center in this fun-filled tournament for families. Kid’s, Ladies’ and Men’s divisions. Prizes, raffle drawings, hot dogs and beverages to round out the fun. Call for details. This tournament raises money for the American Cancer Society.
Contact: 305-743-2444
Email: info@captainhooks.com
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| July 30 to August 01,
in Key West |
2nd Annual Coconut Cup - Freediving-Only Spearfish Tournament
A unique individual and group competition for hogfish, grouper, snapper (any variety), amber jack, cobia, dolphin, wahoo and king fish; Men's and Women's Division ($75) or Juniors Division 13-17 ($50). Prizes are awarded for each division and each fish category. Captains Meeting at 7 p.m., Friday July 30, at Hurricane Hole Marina, on Stock Island.
Contact: 305-879-2955
Email: msoconnor@live.com
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| July 31,
in Key Largo |
Key Players presents: Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
"The Grapes of Frath" is the story of Archibald Frath, an international wine distributor. In the Mediterranean, a murder is discovered aboard his yacht, and it is up to you, the audience, to unravel the crime. Enjoy a four-course meal while doing it! At Senor Frijoles, MM 104 bayside, cost is $59 per person plus tax, space is limited!
Contact: 305-451-1592
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