July 1-5| 2026

The Key Lime Festival

The sweetest Festival around, any way you slice it! This is the world famous Key Lime Festival, returning to Key West for another year- featuring events island-wide. From the quaint to the quirky, you’ll discover a million ways to love limes.

❋ Festival Kickoff

Meet up at The Avalon Guesthouse at Southernmost Beach Resort for the official kickoff! From 6-9 pm, enjoy drink specials, Key Lime Pageant, and merchandise for sale.

❋ Key Lime Tours

Explore the history of the island’s favorite confections by taking a bike tour, food tour, or rum tasting tour. See the official event page for more

❋ Mermaid Splash

Meet me by the seashore for the world famous Key Lime Festival!

On July 4th, I’ll be swimming at The Shores Pool prior to the Key Lime Pie Eating Contest on South Beach.

Join me for a mermaid meet & greet, open swim, and explore all of the activities at the Kids Zone.

❋ Artisan Markets

Looking for the perfect gift or souvenir? Our artisan markets are so much fun to wander through and discover all of the amazing creative possibilities of the islands.