8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
11th Annual CONCHY BEACH CLEANUP AT HIGGS BEACH with KW Ploggers, Keep Key West Beautiful, CR Green Ops, and CR Aerospace Program. Meet at KW Bocce Court parking lot, 1801 White Street, across from the Atlantic Ocean. FREE.

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
LEGENDS OF KEY WEST & The CONCH REPUBLIC OLD TOWN WALKING TOUR with Island Audio Tours Magic Frank and Josh. Learn the real stories behind Captain Tony, Mel Fisher and Captain Finbar, three of the saltiest characters who once called Key West home. COST: $49. Advanced reservations required. For more info, visit: IslandAudioTours.com *Get Tickets online!

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
OPENING CEREMONY & RAISING OF THE COLORS at Mallory Square, 400 Wall St. Lighthearted Ceremony with CR Military & Island Dignitaries at Mallory Square celebrates the official start of our 43rd Independence Celebration. Festivities include the CR Pledge of Allegiance & Battle Hymn, Conch Shell-Horn Salute. Live music with CR Royal Minstrel, Sir CW Colt. FREE.

7:00 PM
41ST SCHOONER WHARF KICK-OFF PARTY & CONCH SHELL BLOWING CONTEST hosted by Schooner Wharf Bar & Galley, CRIC 2026 Party HQs, KW Historic Seaport, 202 William St. Party with Pirates & Island Dignitaries. Dance Under the Stars. Learn the ‘real history’ behind our Secession! Conch Shell contest at 9PM. FREE (Cash Bar) Info: SchoonerWharf.com

ALL DAY
MANGROVE & OCEAN WEEKLY CLEANUP WITH THE CR MARINE ARMY leaving from Perry Hotel Marina, 7001 Shrimp Road, Stock Island, and Isla Bella Resort, 1 Knight’s Key Blvd, Marathon. Join the CR Marine Army for their weekly clean up, dedicated to helping preserve our natural ecosystem and surrounding waterways, and restoring the mangrove habitats of the Florida Keys.
Everything provided – just bring your enthusiasm & sunscreen. FREE Weekday Private Charters are also available. To sign up or book a charter, visit ConchRepublicMarineArmy.org.

8:00 AM
27th Annual EARTHDAY 5K starting from Truman Waterfront Park.

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
OCEAN FEST – A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION, Truman Waterfront, foot of Southard. Underwater and outdoor enthusiasts, eco-travelers and families join to celebrate the marine environment. Explore conservation and environmental exhibits, meet Mote scientists and others with organizations from around Florida. Enjoy a fun day of crafts, games, music, food, local brews. Proceeds and donations from the festival support Mote Marine Laboratory’s coral reef restoration and research programs. For more info, visit https://mote.org. FREE

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
CONCH CRAWL PUB STROLL ON DUVAL includes libations at EIGHT historic saloons (including 801 Bourbon Bar, Kaya Island Eats, Hanks Hair of the Dog, Willie T’s, Rick’s Downstairs, Irish Kevin’s, Mango’s and Salty Frog’s). Sponsored by KW Trading Co., KW First Legal Rum Distillery and Mutiny Island Vodka, tickets include Salty Frog’s After Party and…a complimentary Collectible Conch Crawl T-shirt (while supply lasts.)

Proceeds benefit CR Military Forces and Flagship WOLF SOS Restoration Project. For more info email: [email protected]
EARLY BIRD Advanced Tickets available. Rain or Shine. *Get Tickets online!

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
44th Annual CR DRAG RACES ON DUVAL at Bourbon Street Pub, 724 Duval St. Don your high heels & best frock and enter… or cheer on the hottest drag queens as they go heel to heel for a series of races & obstacle courses. For more info, call: 305 747 0343. **FREE. SIGN UP AT EVENT ONLY.

Evening
ROYAL GALA benefit for Florida Keys Children’s Shelter – Project Lighthouse
Location, time and details TBA

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
KW ARSTISAN MARKET at Higgs Beach, 1801 White St. Shop local artists & specialty foods. Enjoy live music and Easter Egg Hunt. For more info, visit Facebook.com/KeyWestArtisanMarket FREE.

HIGH NOON
COW KEY CHANNEL BRIDGE ZERO-K – “ELSIE IN WONDERLAND” Meet at the KW side of the bridge. Pre-Race Registration Party starts at 10AM. Open to all ages. Awards Ceremony 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM at KW Power Squadron, 5205 College Road. Proceeds benefit MCSO Animal Farm & Petting Zoo. Learn more about the race and Volunteer opportunities at phantompress.com/cow or email Reverend Gweko at [email protected] FREE

5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
JAZZ IN THE GARDENS, at The Gardens Hotel, 526 Angela St. The d’vine Wine Gallery, set amongst an enchanting tropical garden, is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine while listening to great live music with world-renowned jazz artists. For more info, visit: GardensHotel.com. FREE (Cash Bar).

1:00 PM – 4:20 PM
1st Annual 420 DUVAL SIP & STROLL Join The Greeen House crew and enjoy a cannabis infused drink or juice at each of their FOUR Old Town stores – and a 420 VIP Gift Bag from The Greeen House! Learn more about their 7 Store locations in the lower Florida Keys at TheGreeenHouse.com. *

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
CR MILITARY MUSTER  Location and details TBA

11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
AUTHOR, FILMMAKER & HISTORIAN LUNCH & PANEL (location and details TBA)

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
CONCH REPUBLIC SUNSET CONCH-TAIL PARTY and LIVE & VIRTUAL TOAST (7:30PM) at Ocean Key Resort & Spa Sunset Pier, ZERO Duval St. Enjoy cocktails and delicious food with a breathtaking harbor view. Bid on Silent Auctions and Toast to 44 Years of FUN-dependence.
Sponsored by Ocean Key Resort & Spa Sunset Pier, Mutiny Island Vodka, Key West First Legal Rum Distillery, KW Trading Company. Benefit for Flagship WOLF Restoration Project and CR Military Forces. COST TBD (Cash Bar)

9:00PM
MANDATORY CAPTAINS’ MEETING FOR CR NAVAL PARADES at Schooner Wharf Bar, CRIC 2026 Party HQs, Historic Seaport, 202 William St. Show your Conch Republic Patriotism and enter your vessel in our CR Naval Parade on April 24. FREE (Cash Bar)  Register your boat online at ConchRepublic.com.

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
HOT HAVANA NIGHT DANCE PARTY at Kaya Island Eats, 618 Duval St. Salsa the night away and enjoy RUM cocktails. Bid on authentic Cuban Treasures. Win a trip to Cuba! Enjoy Cuban Cuisine and cigars under the stars.
Sponsored by The Backyard Bar at Kaya and Rent KW Vacations. Proceeds benefit TREE Institute Int’l.

2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
TRUMAN WATERFRONT FARMERS MARKET – CONCH REPUBLIC EDITION at Truman Waterfront Park foot of Southard St. KW’s Farmer’s Market offers fresh produce, specialty foods, and unique handmade arts & crafts. Info: visit: Facebook.com/KWFarmersMarket FREE

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
44th Annual INDEPENDENCE DAY CEREMONY at Mallory Square, honors the founding of our Tiny Island Nation. Join CR Prime Minister Emeritus and former Key West Mayor, Dennis Wardlow, CR Speaker of the House Paul Menta, CR Secretary of State CMDR James Gilleran and other island dignitaries for the CR Pledge of Allegiance. FREE

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
PARADE PRE-PARTY at Mansion by the Sea’s Seaside Café, 1400 Duval St. Join us to celebrate 44 Years of FUN-Dependence, and mingle with Admirals, Pirates and Parade Participants. Enjoy live music and celebratory libations with a spectacular ocean view. Sponsored by The Mansion on the Sea, Seaside Café and The Greeen House. For more info, visit: ConchRepublic.com. FREE (Cash Bar)

8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
43rd Annual WORLD’S LOOOOONGEST PARADE on Duval – From the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico. Sponsored by The Greeen House, this world-famous, quirky, and colorful parade celebrates Conch Republic Independence. Come early and visit our Celebration Tent for Conch Republic flags and other items. Meet parade participants and their unique & quirky modes of transport. Sponsored by The Greeen House. FREE. REGISTER YOUR float, marching unit, or vehicle and join the Parade! Parade Entry Forms are available online DEC 1.

9:00 PM
41ST Annual SCHOONER WHARF PARADE AFTER-PARTY,at Schooner Wharf Bar, CRIC 2026 Party HQs, KW Historic Seaport, 202 William St. Dance to great live music under the stars, mingle with CR VIPS, CR Military Brass, Pirates and Patriots. Parade prizes for Best “Conch-cept,” Most Original & Most Creative parade entries. Info: SchoonerWharf.com. FREE (Cash Bar)

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
MALLORY SQUARE CLEAN UP, 400 Wall Street. Join members of KW Ploggers, Keep Key West Beautiful, CR Green Ops, and CR Aerospace Program for their weekly clean up. FREE

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
10th LEGENDS OF KEY WEST & The CONCH REPUBLIC Old Town Walking Tour with Island Audio Tours Magic Frank and Josh. Learn the real stories behind Captain Tony, Mel Fisher and Capt Finbar, three of the saltiest characters who once called Key West home. COST: $49. Advanced reservations required. For more info, visit: IslandAudioTours.com

7:00 PM
43rd Annual CR INDEPENDENCE NAVAL PARADE in, alongside & above Key West Harbor, the Battle is a highlight of our celebration. This large scale, hilarious harbor battle pits the CR’s Military Forces (Air Force, Army & Navy) and CR Privateers of all shapes and sizes against their valiant foe, none-other than the US Coast Guard.

The good-natured foes represent the USCG Cutter Diligence, attacked April 23, 1982, by the Schooner Western Union, the first Flagship of the Conch Republic. The best free viewing is at Mallory Square (where CR Land Forces are set up), Ocean Key Resort & Spa Sunset Pier and Opal Resort & Marina,. FREE (Cash Bar)

7:00 PM
43rd Annual REENACTMENT OF THE GREAT SEA BATTLE OF THE CONCH REPUBLIC. In, alongside and above Key West Harbor, the Battle is a highlight of our celebration. This large scale, hilarious harbor battle pits the CR’s Military Forces (Air Force, Army, and Navy) and CR Privateers of all shapes and sizes against their valiant foe, none-other than the United States Coast Guard.
The good-natured foes represent the USCG Cutter Diligence, attacked April 23, 1982, by the Schooner Western Union, the first Flagship of the Conch Republic. The best free viewing is at Mallory Square, Opal Resort & Marina, Ocean Key Resort & Spa Sunset Pier. FREE (Cash Bar)

9:00 PM
42nd Annual SCHOONER WHARF “SURRENDER CEREMONY & VICTORY PARTY” Schooner Wharf Bar, at CRIC 2026 Party HQ, 202 William St. After the Great Battle, join the CR Military & ‘Coasties’ for a Tongue-in-Cheek Surrender Ceremony of the US Coast Guard to the CR Armed Forces – “A Farce to be Reckoned With!” Info: SchoonerWharf.com. FREE (Cash Bar)

10:00AM – 6:00 PM
42nd Annual CONCH REPUBLIC ART & CRAFT DUVAL STREET FAIR between Eaton & Greene. Purchase one-of-a-kind artworks from local artists you will treasure for a lifetime. For more info, visit: SunsetCelebration.org FREE

1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
43rd Annual Julie Hansen Memorial BED RACES ON DUVAL 801 Duval St. (between Olivia & Southard.) Said to be “The most fun you can have with your clothes on,” this zany race takes place on Duval between Olivia and Southard. Put together your own team and decorate a bed to compete for prizes in this hilarious race.

Come early to meet the teams and stroll the crazy, colorful beds competing for the ‘BLUE RIBBON.’ Proceeds benefit Key West’s Sister Season, “Locals Helping Locals.” Registration is 1-3 PM, Race at 3 PM, Awards Ceremony at 6 PM. For more info, visit: SisterSeason.org **REGISTER YOUR float and join the Bed Races! SIGN UP ONLINE!

1:00 PM
CONCH CRAWL SEAPORT PUB STROLL includes libations at historic saloons.  Sponsored by Mutiny Island Vodka, KW Trading Co., and KW First Legal Rum Distillery, tickets include a complimentary Collectible Conch Crawl T-shirt (while supply lasts.)

For more info email: [email protected] Tickets available. Rain or Shine. *Get Tickets online!

3:00 PM
MOTE MARINE’S OCEAN FEST – A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION, at Truman Waterfront Park, foot of Southard St. Enjoy visiting with scientists & conservationists from around Florida, and live music featuring local favorites. Shade tents, vendors, food, drinks and kids activities. FREE

7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
3rd Annual Ricky Jackson‘s BRAWL ON DUVAL, (Greene & Duval.) Exhibition Fighting Event, Greene & Duval. Enjoy Boxing, Kickboxing, Wrestling and Jiu Jitsu – and support the KW PAL (Police Athletic League.) VIP Tickets for Ringside & Balcony Seating are available. For tickets and more info, visit: BrawlOnDuval.com

7:00 PM
41st ANNUAL “SCHOONER WHARF WRECKERS CUP RACE” CAPTAINS’ MEETING at Schooner Wharf Bar, CRIC 2026 Party HQs, KW Historic Seaport, 202 William St. Mandatory meeting for April 28 race in the Sail Loft. Info and Sign up: SchoonerWharf.com. FREE (Cash Bar).

7:00 PM
41st Annual SCHOONER WHARF PIRATE BALL & COSTUME COMPETITION at Schooner Wharf Bar, CRIC 2026 Party HQs, KW Historic Seaport, 202 William St. Yo Ho Ho! And a Bottle of Rum – It’s a Pirate’s Life for You! Witness swashbuckling sword play, enjoy sea shanties. Live Music, food & drink. For more info, SchoonerWharf.com. FREE (Cash Bar)

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
KEY WEST ARTISAN MARKET – CONCH REPUBLIC EDITION at Higgs Beach, 1801 White St. Where the locals meet! Shop local artists, specialty food vendors, and enjoy live music by the Shanty Hounds. For more info, visit Facebook.com/KeyWestArtisanMarket FREE

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
41ST Annual SCHOONER WHARF “WRECKERS CUP RACE” 2026 SEASON  Race to Sand Key Lighthouse with the Schooner Wharf Wreckers Fleet. Or enter your own vessel in the final race of the 2025 season! Enjoy a delightful afternoon at sea on the waters off Key West aboard a majestic schooner, sloop, or multi-hull. This ‘all-in-fun race series’ recalls the tradition of the wreckers during the 1800s. Best viewing. for Race Start is at Mallory Square. For more info, visit: SchoonerWharf.com.

5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
JAZZ IN THE GARDENS, The Gardens Hotel, 526 Angela St., 526 Angela St. The d’vine Wine Gallery, set amongst an enchanting tropical garden, is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine while listening to great live music with world-renowned jazz artist Scott Marischen. For more info, visit: GardensHotel.com. FREE (Cash Bar).

7:00 PM
41st Annual SCHOONER WHARF “WRECKERS CUP RACE” 2026 SEASON AWARDS PARTY, Schooner Wharf Bar, CRIC 2026 Party HQs, KW Historic Seaport, 202 William St. View video of the race while enjoying a BBQ dinner and live music with race participants. For more info, visit: SchoonerWharf.com. FREE (Cash Bar)

Long Live the Conch Republic… We Seceded Where Others Failed!