← Part of Fantasy Fest Key West
Part of the Gay Key West Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Friday, October 23, 2026
Key West Cemetery → Equator Resort, Key West
A costumed community march on the Friday before the parade (Oct 23) that winds from the Key West Cemetery through Old Town to the Equator Resort — a longtime gay favorite and one of the best people-watching nights of the fest. Free to join.
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Fri, Oct 16
12 PM - 12 AM
Duval Street & Old Town, Key West
Fantasy Fest 2026 in Key West — the island's wild 10-day costume and party festival, the best events and gay bars, and where to stay.
Sun, Oct 18
4 PM - 7 PM
Old Town, Key West
Thu, Oct 22
10 PM - 3 AM
Bourbon Street Pub, Key West
Sat, Oct 24
2 PM - 7 PM
Island House Key West, Key West
Sat, Oct 24
7 PM - 11 PM
Duval Street, Key West
Sat, Oct 24
8 PM - 12 AM
Aqua Bar and Nightclub, Key West
Let people know you're going, see who else is attending, and share the event with friends.
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