Key West

Discover the vibrant flavors and local treasures at the Key West Farmer's Market, held every Thursday at the Truman Waterfront Pier. Browse an array of stalls brimming with freshly harvested produce, artisanal goods, and handmade crafts, all crafted with passion by local vendors. Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere, where the scent of ripe fruits mingles with the sounds of live music, creating an unforgettable experience for visitors and locals alike.

This week's market will be stocked with Keys-made items perfect for gift giving this holiday season. Enjoy bloody’s, mimosas along with a full bar, coffee, smoothies, natural juices and cut fruit, multiple food trucks and stalls offering eat-here or take-away for snacking or a delicious meal. Shop a curated outdoor market offering fine crafts, art and jewelry. Stock your pantry and fridge with fresh produce, artisan cheeses, local seafood, honey, pickles and so much more. Listen to awesome local musicians doing your favorite Christmas standards, and get photos with Santa! 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Indigenous Park, 1801 White St.

Find festive outdoor jazz in The Gardens Hotel's famous outdoor garden, with a full cash bar on site and a 20% Christmas discount on bottled wine and bubbly. 5 to 7:00 p.m.

Discover the vibrant flavors and local treasures at the Key West Farmer's Market, held every Thursday at the Truman Waterfront Pier. Browse an array of stalls brimming with freshly harvested produce, artisanal goods, and handmade crafts, all crafted with passion by local vendors. Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere, where the scent of ripe fruits mingles with the sounds of live music, creating an unforgettable experience for visitors and locals alike.

The arrival of 2025 is to be heralded on Key West's Duval Street with the "drop" of a gigantic manmade conch shell, the symbol of the Florida Keys, to the flat roof of Sloppy Joe's Bar, 201 Duval. Spectators gather on Duval for the annual gala, emceed by a rooftop host and featuring dancing in the street and a countdown to midnight recorded on a huge clock. Customers inside the bar may view the dropping of the conch shell on Sloppy-Tron.

The Southernmost Regatta event in Key West presents five days of exhilarating racing set against the stunning backdrop of the island's azure waters. Open to both One Design and ORC Racing/Cruising Keelboats, it provides a thrilling opportunity to compete on the open sea while immersing oneself in the vibrant island culture. As winter chills settle in elsewhere, participants can bask in the warmth of camaraderie, rekindling friendships amidst the excitement of competitive sailing.