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Fantasy Fest 2023

Written by Bailee Wilson | Oct 14, 2023 9:05:00 PM

The biggest annual party in Key West is right around the corner! That's right- Key West Fantasy Fest makes its grand return this October! Wondering what you can expect from this year's celebration? Keep reading to learn more! 

Photo from https://www.facebook.com/FantasyFest/ 

Fantasy Fest is an unmissable annual Key West tradition! This year's celebration is extra special, as it is the 200-year anniversary of Monroe County’s establishment and Key West’s first Naval base. The theme will (appropriately) be “Uniforms & Unicorns—200 Years of Sailing into Fantasy.”

From October 20-29, 2023, Fantasy Fest gives grown ups a chance to indulge in wild, wacky fun. Everyone dons costumes and comes together for parades, libations, and other outrageous events! You can enjoy art displays, body painting, karaoke, rock shows, dance parties, pool parties, happy hours- and that's just the tip of the iceberg! There are so many parties- the fun is nonstop! 

Photo from https://www.facebook.com/FantasyFest/ 

This boisterous party is not for bashful visitors. If you're creative, out-going, and looking for release, then you'll have a blast! That's not to say that you can't have fun if you don't want to get overly crazy though- check out the list of events and see what you're up for.

Event highlights (selected by B1039.com) include...

  • Oct. 20 and 21: The Bahama Village Goombay Festival welcomes revelers of all ages to celebrate island arts and crafts, music and food. Located in Key West’s historic Bahama Village neighborhood.
  • Oct. 20: The Royal Coronation Ball to crown Fantasy Fest’s 2023 King and Queen at the Coffee Butler Amphitheater.
  • Oct. 26: The 40th Annual Key West Headdress Ball, presented by the Key West Business Guild.
  • Oct. 28: the world famous Bud Light Fantasy Fest Parade.

But trust us- there's a lot more to enjoy!

Photo from https://www.facebook.com/FantasyFest/ 

Pack your craziest costume and leave the kids at home! You don't want to miss Fantasy Fest 2023!

Can't make it to Fantasy Fest? View one of the live webcams online!