Key West Pride 2025: parade, route and hotels

Celebrate Pride on the tropical island of Key West at Key West Pride 2025 happening from June 22nd to 29th, 2025! With drinks deals, pool parties and cabaret shows at every corner, you will not be short of things to do!

This year’s celebration carries the theme “Still Rising,” honoring LGBTQ history and embracing Key West’s famous “One Human Family” ethos. Presented by the Key West Business Guild, the week includes a kickoff party, a street fair, talent shows, comedy nights and more, all set against the island’s laid-back, tropical vibe.

This remote Florida island is one of the most harmonious and prosperous communities in America. Is it a wonder that it's also a gay mecca and is set to throw one of the most fun Pride celebrations this year?

Special Events & Parties

All week long there are big Pride events in Key West’s bars and parks. The Pride Follies (usually on the first weekend night) is a Glitz-filled variety show hosted by drag legends and local performers. This year, it's co-hosted by the very first Miss Island Queen Erin McKenna and local realtor and actor Dominic Paoillo.

The kickoff party (June 22) is held at AquaPlex, with open bar, DJs, and a gala honoring LGBTQ+ resilience and Key West’s inclusive culture.

Each day has a quirky theme: for example Monday features a polar “Ice Plunge” and mocktail contest, and Tuesday includes a Stonewall Uprising film screening with champagne.

Being in Key West, pool parties are a must! On Wednesday the Island House resort hosts the “Naked Pool Party” to benefit Womankind charity. Thursday’s highlight is a “Tea on the Sea” sunset sail on a charter boat, with DJs playing disco under the evening sky. Drag brunches, street fairs, rooftop cabarets, and comedy nights (featuring touring queer comics) keep the fun going into the night. No matter what, there’s “always something going on” during Key West Pride!

Parade & Tea Dance

The Pride Parade is the week’s grand finale on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at 7:00 pm. The parade route kicks off at the Truman Waterfront Park (the Quay) by Southard Street and marches up to Duval Street. Floats, drag performers and marching bands wind north on Whitehead Street, then turn onto Front Street, then north onto Duval before ending at Key West’s legendary Tea Dance at La Te Da.

Tea Dance is a Sunday afternoon party (since 1977) where DJ Rude Girl spins classic disco beats as locals and visitors dance in the courtyard. On parade night, Tea Dance goes into full Pride mode, so expect a riot of colorful costumes, confetti and community spirit along Duval.

Where to stay for Key West Pride?

Key West has lodging to suit every budget and style. Many LGBTQ travelers choose classic gay-friendly hotels and guesthouses in Old Town. Book your hotel early - Click here for our list of recommended hotels in Key West.