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Just a Few Friends, Favorite Son Celebration

Just a Few Friends is a one-of-a-kind festival celebrating music, community, and island life in beautiful Key West over Labor Day Weekend. Inspired by the laid-back spirit of trop rock and the legacy of Key West’s favorite son, this gathering brings together fans, friends, and artists for five days of unforgettable moments.

Proceeds from the sale of the festival’s signature Event Badge—administered through the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys—support three vital local nonprofit organizations: Reef Relief, Bahama Village Music Program, and the Key West High School Marching Band. These partners reflect the values at the heart of the festival—protecting our environment, nurturing local talent, and uplifting the next generation of island leaders. Through these contributions, Just a Few Friends helps sustain marine conservation efforts, provide accessible arts education, and fund essential resources for the student musicians who will lead the next great parade through Old Town.

Date

September 3 - 11, 2026

Time

Varies by event

Location

Key West (multiple venues)

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Calendar of Events

Sep06
Sunday Brunch
Come experience one of the Island’s best waterfront brunches featuring unlimited traditional Florida and Caribbean inspired shareable plates.

Date: May 17, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Time: 11:45 am – 12:45 pm
Location: Hot Tin Roof

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Sep06
Live at Sunset Pier - Mike Stack & DLew
Join us at the Sunset Pier for live music over the water as you enjoy tropical libations and delicious bites.

Date: Sunday | September 6, 2026
Time: 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm & 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Sunset Pier

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Sep08
Double Dip Snorkel Trip
Explore the turquoise waters of the 3rd largest coral barrier reef, teeming with fish, coral, sea turtles and more.

Date: May 12, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Time: Tuesday's, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Off-Site (Catamaran / Key West reef)

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Sep08
Live at Sunset Pier - Tom Curtis
Join us at the Sunset Pier for waterfront live music, breathtaking sunset views and delicious cocktails and bites.

Date: September 1, 2026 | September 3, 2026 | September 8, 2026 | September 15, 2026
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Sunset Pier

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Sep09
Live at Sunset Pier – Jerico Rockability Quartet
Join us at the Sunset Pier for waterfront live music, breathtaking sunset views and delicious cocktails and bites.

Date: September 2, 2026 | September 9, 2026 | September 16, 2026 | September 23, 2026 | September 30, 2026
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Sunset Pier

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Sep10
SpaTerre VOYA Treatments
Relax and rejuvenate the natural way! VOYA Organic Seaweed Treatments.

Date: May 14, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Time: Thursday's, All day (by appointment)
Location: SpaTerre

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Sep10
Haunted Tours
Explore the SPOOKY side of Key West with a haunted historical tour.

Date: May 14, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Time: Thursday evenings (varies by operator)
Location: Off-Site (Key West – walking or trolley tour)

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Sep10
Romance at Hot Tin Roof
Add some romance to your dining experience with a chilled bottle of Lallier Reserve Brut champagne and your table decorated with rose petals

Date: May 14, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Time: Thursday's, During Hot Tin Roof dining hours
Location: Hot Tin Roof

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Sep10
Ocean Key Lime Bike Tour
Sightseeing the Key West way with a leisurely island bike tour that can be done in flip flops!

Date: May 14, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Time: Thursday's, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Key West (guided bike tour)

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Sep10
Key West Farmers Market
Visit the Key West Farmers Market every Thursday at the Truman Waterfront.

Date: May 14, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Time: Thursday's, 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Truman Waterfront

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