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2024 Rum Fest Key West

Written by Bailee Wilson | Aug 15, 2024 7:45:59 PM

Key West is known for many things, from the beautiful beaches to the delicious seafood. It is also, of course, known for its vibrant parties- many of which are fueled by some of the best rum in the country! This weekend, come celebrate this tropical liquor during Rum Fest Key West

Photo from https://www.facebook.com/RumFestKeyWest/photos 

Rum Fest Key West is a unique festival showcasing some of the best rum from around the world. The festival includes a wide range of experiences, including sunset sails, sandbar trips, rum strolls, food and cigar events featuring rum, a rum cake competition, master class rum seminars, a rum grand tasting, and much more. 

Photo from https://www.facebook.com/RumFestKeyWest/photos 

The festival kicks off on Wednesday with a sunset cruise, complete with rum and live music! On Thursday, there will be a cocktail party, a Hemingway Rum Experience, a bar crawl, a reggae party, and a rum cocktail contest. Friday, the biggest party day, is loaded with diverse events, ranging from a cigar-rum pairing to bicycle rum tours. Saturday starts off gentle with a beach clean up and then amps up to the rum grand tasting. The festival concludes on Sunday with brunch and a goodbye party.  

Rum Fest Key West takes place August 14-18, 2024. If you're as excited as we are, then you might want to go ahead and check out the festival's official Spotify playlist! It is sure to brighten your mood while you wait for the weekend! 

Cover photo from https://www.facebook.com/RumFestKeyWest/photos