The clothing-optional culture of Key West is one of the island’s many draws. This year’s festival takes place June 28-30 at the Studios of Key West. Literary types with a passion for a good whodunit make their way to the island for the annual Mystery Fest, a weekend packed with panels, presentations and parties. Key West has long attracted literary greats like Tennessee Williams, Ernest Hemingway and Judy Blume. The event schedule is still being worked on, but last year’s celebration included film screenings, pool parties, stage readings and, of course, a parade. There are plenty of LGBTQ guesthouses and LGBTQ-friendly hotel options, and partying alongside the recently-elected first openly-lesbian mayor of a major Florida City are just a few reasons to carve out some time to celebrate with Conchs (and the people who love them).
Get an early jump on this year’s LGBTQ Pride Month celebrations with a tropical getaway at Key West Pride June 5-9. Photo by Mike Freas/Florida Keys News Bureau
