Key West is a year-round party paradise. There is always something crazy and fun going on! The weird and wacky party of your dreams, however, takes place each October. Fantasy Fest is an unmissable annual Key West tradition!
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Fantasy Fest is 10-day party that first took place back in 1979! It was started by a group of Key West locals who wanted to attract fall visitors. It worked like a charm- and it has since exploded into an exhilarating annual extravaganza! People from around the world flock to Key West for Fantasy Fest. It is unlike anything you've ever experienced!
For 10 days, the grown-ups get to play! Everyone dons costumes and comes together for parades, libations, and fun! 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!
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This party is boisterous and is not for the bashful. 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 too crazy though- check out the list of events and see what you're up for.
Can't make it to Fantasy Fest? View one of the live webcams online!
Leave the kids at home but make sure to bring your craziest costumes! This year's theme is "Cult Classics & Cartoon Chaos," so dress accordingly. If you want to let loose and get wild, then get yourself to Key West from October 21-30, 2022.