Florida Keys Seafood Festival

A two day celebration of the bounty of the sea

The 16th Annual Florida Keys Seafood Festival is Saturday, April 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. AND Sunday, April 3 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Bayview Park, Key West. [postponed from Jan. 15 & 16] There is a $10 admission charge per person for adults, good for both days, which enters that person into a raffle for $250 worth of seafood. Children under 12 are admitted free. Proceeds benefit sustainable fisheries management programs and youth scholarships

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Saturday, April 2

ENTERTAINMENT

11 am - Mary Spear & Friends Mary Spear is a Key West icon with an eclectic wardrobe and striking hats who never loses her sense of optimism. The hippie chick, a folk singer with an angel’s voice, has performed all over town at places like Blue Heaven, Green Parrot Sunday Jazz Jam and Jazz in the Garden, to name a few, with almost everyone. Who knows who will accompany Mary on any given performance.

1 pm - The Shanty Hounds Inventive fun acoustic duo that's gone to the dogs in a good way! Shake a leg, wag your tail and come join us for a howling good time! The Shanty Hounds are the singer/songwriting duo of Dani Hoy and Key West Chris Rehm. They play a variety of original music and covers from many genres to entertain any crowd.

3 pm - Happy Dogs The Happy Dog is a sound zoo. Live shows can take on an improvisational spirit that may swing between any of their influences ranging from the Talking Heads to Bob Marley to the Beatles to the Grateful Dead. The sound is amplified by more modern influences such as Wilco, Ween, Radiohead, Animal Collective, and T.V. on the Radio. The band is based in Philadelphia, and regularly plays throughout the region, from Key West to New York.

5 pm - Start Me Up Rolling Stones Tribute Band Start Me Up! is the most authentic recreation of the Rolling Stones that you will ever see. The sights… the sounds… the moves… are all part of this high energy show that will have you dancing and singing along to your favorite songs. From the opening riff, you’ll be amazed at the authentic portrayal of Mick, Keith and the boys. Start Me Up! is the closest thing possible to being at a live Rolling Stones concert. Get ready to relive the magic of the Rolling Stones. It’s a gas gas gas!

6:45 pm The Andy Westcott Band Blending classic sounds like The Allman Brothers Band, Vince Gill, The Meters, Little Feat, Marshall Tucker Band, and modern artists like Govt Mule, Joe Bonamassa, Gavin DeGraw, Chris Stapleton, Derek Trucks, Marc Broussard, AWB is sure to hit you with some funky, twangy, soulful music wherever they play. Having one solo album in the books, AWB is currently in the process of recording album 2! Performing constantly in Key West, you can be sure to check out Andy, and his band at all the cool places.

Sunday, April 3

11 am Jerico Jerico is a nostalgic blend of Swing, Jump blues, rock n roll & New Orleans brass meets modern day songwriting based out of Key West, FL. Trumpet, Piano, Standup Bass, Electric guitar, tuba and drums accompany

1 pm Majesty of Rock - Journey and Styx Tribute Majesty of Rock re-creates the exact sounds of the super group, Journey, paying special homage to Journey’s best years (1977-1998) when Steve Perry fronted the band. Majesty of Rock's passion for authenticity and attention to detail make the audience feel like they are at a real Journey concert.

3:15 pm Witchita Jack Jack is a solo guitarist and vocalist with over 30 years of playing experience playing rock and roll. He uses a loop pedal and guitar effects to achieve a fuller, deeper and more complete sound than would be expected by one performer. Nothing is pre-recorded, Wichita Jack's live music is truly live.