Fantasy Fest

Event Dates 10/17-10/26

Our 2025 Fantasy Fest theme is “Bedtime Stories & Magical Monsters”. Whether you’re an alto, a baritone, a soprano, or even tone deaf, you can march to the beat of your own drum in your most creative costumes. Become your rock star idol, create a dance routine with your favorite jazzercise group, or transport yourself back to the best songs of your childhood. The ideas are endless, so find the right pitch, sing along with the melody and do the twist down to Key West this October! This annual week of costuming, masquerading, parading and partying brings out the creative spirit of locals and visitors alike. Billed as a multi-venue, costume festival for grown ups, Fantasy Fest turns Key West into a spectacle of masked processions, parties, contests and dances attended by tens of thousands of participants. The week of wild events culminates in the Fantasy Fest Parade and Street Fair. Stay in the heart of all the action at Ocean Key Resort.  Learn More