The Eden House Hotel, Key West Florida, Events and Happenings

One thing to know about Key West: just being here is a reason to celebrate. But if you feel the need for an actual holiday or special event to commemorate (or if you're just wondering if the locals ever do really "schedule" anything), we've included some of the events that happen on the island below.

Event calendar courtesy of fla-keys.com - The Tourism & Development Councel of the Florida Keys

Events in Key West for May, 2008

April 22 to May 03, in Key West

"Mavis and the Three Bears" at Red Barn Theatre
This musical fable by Blake Hunter, with music written by our own Franko Richmond, is to run for two weeks only.
Contact: (305) 296-9911

April 30 to May 04, in Key West

Key West Songwriters’ Festival
The 13th-annual showcase of musical magic features America’s foremost performing songwriters, with concerts staged in intimate, audience-friendly island settings. The festival is presented by Hog's Breath Saloon.
Contact: (305) 296-4222

May 01 to May 31, in Key West

"New Plays in May" at Waterfront Playhouse
The Key West Players are to present free readings and orginal plays by Key West playwrights at the playhouse at Mallory Square on Tuesdays.
Contact: (305) 294-5015

May 13 to May 24, in Key West

"Rompers, a collection of shorts" at Red Barn Theatre
Celebrating short-attention-span theatre, the theatre at 319 Duval St. is proud to present short plays with an exciting mix of playwrights, directors and actors.
Contact: (305) 296-9911

May 16 to May 17, in Key West

Harry S. Truman Legacy Symposium: “Harry Truman and Immigration”
Key West’s political history is highlighted in panel discussions, a reception and tours of the Little White House, where former President Harry Truman worked and relaxed during his time in office.w.
Contact: (305) 294-9911

May 23 to May 25, in Key West

9th Annual Cuban American Heritage Festival
The culture and customs Cubans brought to Key West are celebrated.
Contact: (305) 295-9665

May 31, in Key West

Yamaha Dolphin Masters Invitational
Experienced offshore captains are to lead the chase for the colorful and acrobatic dolphin fish and a hefty first prize.
Contact: (305) 304-7674
Email: wave.whacker@hotmail.com

Beausoleil's ISLAND ZYDECO from "Bayou Cadillac" on Rounder Records, CD #6025. It was my pleasure having Beausoleil stay at the Eden House several years back when they performed in Key West. I bought this CD at that show and have since bought everything they have recorded. They have some great music on Arhoolie Records too, from way back.

The following Music track uses Microsoft Media. To download the most current version click below on the image.