The Blue Angels return to Key West for a breathtaking air show at NAS Key West’s Boca Chica Field. This two-day event features military and civilian acts soaring across the sky, drawing aviation lovers from around the world. Learn more about the Southernmost Air Spectacular. April/May . Conch Republic Independence Celebration April 18–27 Every year, the Key West community comes together to celebrate freedom in an event known as the Conch Republic Independence Celebration, with its 43rd anniversary taking place in 2025. The Key West Historic Seaport is proud to be an annual sponsor of this 10-day extravaganza! The 2025 Conch Republic Independence Days celebration runs through Sunday, April 27, with upcoming events including a lighthearted “sea battle,” featuring tall ships battling the U.S. Coast Guard with water cannons, and a Conch Republic parade billed as the “world’s longest,” because it stretches from the Gulf to the Atlantic Ocean Celebrate the Conch Republic’s colorful independence with 10 days of parades, parties, and local fun from April 18–27, 2025. The 43rd Annual Conch Republic Independence Celebration 2025 honors a unique legacy rooted in the founding of the Conch Republic on April 23, 1982. This distinguished event, held from April 18-27, 2025, invites patriots, pirates, and partiers to immerse themselves in a vibrant celebration of humor, community, and a sovereign spirit of independence. Throughout the celebration’s 2025 run, expect kick-off parties, movie screenings, parades, a pirate ball and costume contest, and other cool, quirky activities. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Calling Conch Republic Patriots, Pirates and Partiers – Declare Your FUN -dependence! Head to Key West’s 43rd Annual Conch Republic Independence Celebration 2025. Schooner Wharf Bar the Official Party Headquarters of the Conch Republic Independence Celebration Kick Off Party Schooner Wharf is the Headquarters of the Conch Republic Independence Celebration. 2024 Kick-Off Party Results: 2025 Flyer: Apr. 24: Conch Republic Independence Celebration Parade Party 9:00 p.m. 🎉 Conch Republic Independence Celebration. 📅 April 22–28, 2025 Join the festivities celebrating Key West’s unique spirit and independence. For a full schedule of events, visit conchrepublic.com. 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM CRIC 2025 HQ & WELCOME CENTER at the Key West Historic Seaport, foot of Elizabeth & Greene. Stop by and get your Celebration Pocket Guide and to purchase Official Conch Republic Passports, T-shirts, Flags and Souvenirs. The Conch Republic Independence Celebration, (aka-CRIC) is an annual 10 day festival held at the end of April where we celebrate our 1982 succession from the Union. This is a fun, family friendly festival with great events! Over 20 events across the island will celebrate Key West’s “independence” from the US. The festival will be a family-fun event held in historic and unique venues, waterfront parks, saloons at sea, and a reenactment of the Great Battle of the Conch Republic. Celebrate the 43rd Anniversary of the Conch Republic Independence Celebration! From April 18-27, 2025, experience ten unforgettable days packed with family-friendly festivities, vibrant local culture, and adventures on land and sea in historic Key West. 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 🎉 Conch Republic Independence Celebration. 📅 April 22–28, 2025 Join the festivities celebrating Key West’s unique spirit and independence. For a full schedule of events, visit conchrepublic.com. Conch Republic Days is an annual 10 day festival held in April where we celebrate our independence! 2024 event dates are April 19-28. Visit www.conchrepublic.com for more information and events. “We Seceded Where Others Failed! Party with Pirates, Admirals, Generals, Ambassadors & Island Royalty. 10 Days of FUN-Filled festivities for all ages CONCH REPUBLIC 40TH ANNIVERSARY INDEPENDENCE BOAT PARADE, in Key West Harbor. Register your vessel and deck it out with colorful Conch Republic flags and Celebrate 40 Years of FUN-Dependence at Sea! Best viewing at Ocean Key Resort & Spa Sunset Pier, Zero Duval Street, Opal Resort & Marina, and Mallory Square Sunset Celebration, 411 Wall Street. Conch Republic Independence Celebration April 18-27, 2025. The Conch Republic was born on April 23, 1982 in response to a U.S. Border Patrol Blockade of the Florida Keys. Since the U.S. insisted on treating the Keys like a foreign country, Mayor Dennis Wardlow seceded from the Union. The 43rd annual Conch Republic Independence Celebration (April 18-27; conchrepublic.com) commemorates the Florida Keys’ symbolic 1982 secession from the United States and rebirth as the independent and eccentric Conch Republic. Events are held in Key West and typically include a parade along Duval Street, a mock battle at sea with tall ships
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