If you missed this beautiful, heartwarming film the last time it was in theatres, fear not: Moonrise Kingdom, Wes Anderson’s award-winning movie about young love, has arrived in Key West for one day only! Stop by the Key West Public Library today at 3:30 for the screening, which is a part of their Tuesday Movie Matinee series.
The Key West Public Library is located at 700 Fleming Street in historic Key West.
Now’s your chance to see Key West’s beautiful Audubon House and Tropical Gardens, located at 205 Whitehead St. The museum is pleased to offer free admission to locals and military with a proper ID for the entire month of December, so grab your friends and head on over!
For more information, call 305-294-2116 or email audubonhouse@audubonhouse.org
As if the holiday season couldn’t get any brighter, we present our new December deals for Parrot Key Hotel and Resort, with rates so great they’ll make you break out the eggnog.
Check out our special December Deals page here: http://bit.ly/TvF9z8
There’s so much to do this weekend here in Key West! And we don’t mean the usual how-many-different-rum-drinks-can-you-try-in-one-evening kind of events…we mean some show stopping cultural happenings that are guaranteed to knock your socks off.
First off, you’ll definitely want to head over to Fort Zachary Taylor today to catch the Pirate Invasion: kids and adults will love seeing this Historic State Park transformed into a British stronghold defending its shores against an invasion of pirates! Featuring pirate encampments, living history demonstrations, live battles, activities for the kids, and more, this event runs from 10 am. to 5 p.m. daily and is a riotous good time.
Also at Fort Zach, catch the first installment of Sculpture Key West. You’ll love wandering through the park, exploring the large-scale works of art that have been installed throughout the grounds. These artworks come from award-winning artists from across the globe; to learn more, visit http://sculpturekeywest.org/
Finally, this weekend is home to the Art! Key West festival, with exhibitions, live demonstrations, special culinary events, parties and more: visit www.artskeywest.com for the full schedule.
Have fun, and always remember our friendly front desk agents here at Parrot Key Hotel and Resort are more than happy to suggest events, give directions, make reservations or advise you on whether or not your pirate costume is up to par before you head over to Fort Zach.
Just remember: it’s pronounced Arrrrrrrrt.
The weekend has come early to Key West, with a slew of fabulous events kicking off today that you won’t want to miss…
Celebrate the end of Hurricane Season here in the Keys by attending the “Storm Season Celebration” being held at El Meson de Pepe (located at Mallory Square) today at 4:00pm, when a hurricane flag will be burnt in ceremonial celebration! Free to attend, followed by a buffet there afterward that is $20 for adults and $15 for kids under 12.
with appearances by local celebrities Adm. Finbar and the High Command of the Conch Republic Military, along with the Propeller Club of the United States — Port of Key West, the Key West Maritime Historical Society and the Pirates in Paradise Crewe, this is one local party that you’ll be glad you saw.
The Key West Film Festival kicks off today, with screenings and events happening well into the evening. For tickets & showtimes, visit: www.keywestiff.com
The Inaugural Key West Chalk Festival begins today as well: head down to the Truman waterfront to see the artists in all their glory.
Our Key West hotel neighbors, Ibis Bay, are screening their “At the Dive-In” movie for free tonight at 7:30… the classic comedy hit This Is Spinal Tap. Head on over, they’re just a short walk from Parrot Key!
In addition to all that, Pirate infestations and Art Festivals are starting tomorrow; we’ll fill you in on the details in the AM.
Have a great Thursday!
Today’s a great day to relax by the pools here at Parrot Key Hotel and Resort, or maybe head to the beach for a laid back day of sun and sand. We suggest taking advantage of the quiet now, because as of tomorrow your schedule is going to be overflowing with exciting events.
Not only does the Key West Film Festival begin tomorrow, but the kids (or those who are young at heart) in your family will be pleased to hear that the Inaugural Key West Chalk Festival begins tomorrow over at the Truman waterfront. Featuring artist competitions, prizes, performance art and more, this free event runs from Thursday through Saturday and brings chalk artists from all over the world to our little island.
In addition, we’ve heard rumors of a pirate infestation scheduled to begin over at Fort Zachary Taylor Park tomorrow. And of a special art festival featuring live graffiti, pottery and music. We’ll update you on those events tomorrow, so be sure to check back!
Whether it’s film, fishing, museums or sidewalk art that tickles your fancy, you’ll be sure to find plenty of things to do this weekend here in Key West. So our advice is to sit back, relax, and take the day off– there’s plenty of fun on the horizon.
Looking for things to do in Key West?
Feel like you might be up for a little more than just drinks by the pool this weekend?
You’re in luck: The Key West Film Festival begins this Thursday, November 29th, and tickets are still available! Grab your fellow movie buff friends and get on over to the official Key West Film Festival website to purchase your tickets now and see the full schedule of events.
You truly do not want to miss this spectacular Key West event, spanning November 29th to December 2nd and featuring over thirty films. With appearances by award-winning directors, actors, writers and more, as well as concerts, special screenings and parties throughout the festival, this is certainly the biggest and brightest event in Key West this week.
Special highlights include Quartet, the directorial debut of Dustin Hoffman, While We Were Here, directed by Kat Coiro and starring Kate Bosworth, Any Day Now, directed by Travis Fine and starring Alan Cumming, and the Florida premiere of Journey to Planet X, directed by Josh Koury and Myles Kane, with featured cast members Troy Brenier and Eric Swain.
Other films to be screened feature famous names like Clive Owen, Olivia Wilde, Sissy Spacek, Bernadette Peters, Olympia Dukakis, Robert Carlyle, Jane Fonda, Chris Colfer, Allison Janney, and Christina Hendricks.
Tickets to screenings, concerts and parties can be purchased at the official Key West Film Festival website: http://keywestiff.com/
Get in the holiday spirit and enjoy one of Key West’s most treasured traditions when you attend the Bayview Park Tree Lighting, happening tonight at 6:00pm.
Cast off those post-Thanksgiving blues and start practicing your carols as you join Key West citizens and visitors alike at this joyous occasion, featuring live music and a special appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus.
This year’s tree is sure to be a beauty, so don’t miss your chance to experience this fun, family-friendly event– head on over to Bayview Park, located at the corner Truman Ave & Eisenhower this evening and remember: our friendly front desk agents here at Parrot Key Resort are more than happy to assist you with directions to any event (or to the nearest venue selling Santa hats.)
From everyone here at Parrot Key Hotel and Resort, we wish you a happy Thanksgiving.
If you’ve left your plans to the last minute and are looking for a place to grab a bit this evening, we know it can be frustrating to find a restaurant with availability. Our front desk agents would be more than happy to call and see which restaurants have seating available for you today, but in the meantime we have one suggestion that is worth considering:
One of our favorite downtown Mexican restaurant, Amigos, is offering a full Thanksgiving spread for only $12.95– and they deliver! Choose to sit at their bar overlooking Duval St. and people-watch as you chow down on your turkey and gravy, or have your meal delivered to your hotel room and enjoy Thanksgiving as we think nature intended it: from the middle of your bed.
Amigos Tortilla Bar is located at 425 Greene Street.
If you prefer your Thanksgiving meal comes with a side of drag show more than a side of green bean casserole, you’ll want to stop by the Bourbon St. Pub today for their annual Employee Turn-a-bout show. Featuring drag performances by your favorite bartenders & staff of the pub (with proceeds to benefit Sister Season, a local charity that helps Key West citizens stay on their feet in times of need) and a free Happy Hour Thanksgiving buffet starting at 5pm, you’ll be sure to spend this holiday having a good time. Casserole optional.
The Bourbon Street Pub is located at 7245 Duval Street.
Wherever your plans take you today, we hope you find joy and delicious food there. Please let us know if there’s anything we can do to make this holiday a special one.
Here at Parrot Key Hotel and Resort, our staff is divided. Some swear that the best Thanksgiving dinner around is at one of our local restaurants here in Key West, while others feel that only Mom knows how to make the turkey perfect.
We’re adding up a list of pro’s and con’s to decide who will win this fight, but in the meantime, we’d love to know: what are your plans for Thanksgiving this year? If you’re down in Key West with us, will you be enjoying a feast at one of the island’s restaurants? BBQing a turkey leg or two down at Higgs Beach? Or toasting the Pilgrims in true Conch style by enjoying a mixed drink down on Duval St.?
We’d love to hear from you. Even if your answer involves your in-laws, tofurkey, or a Chinese food buffet for one.
Leave your answers in the comments or friend us on Facebook to tell us on our page– if your answer looks good enough to eat, we’ll share it!