Join the Rotary Club of Key West for its annual 4th of July fireworks spectacular in Key West — a beloved tradition filled with fun, food and festivities for the whole family.
Attendees can partake in picnic fare, games and live entertainment as the Key West community of locals and visitors comes together to celebrate Independence Day.
Independence Day events start early with the annual Rotary Club of Key West 4th of July 5K starting at the Edward B. Knight Pier. From there, head over to the Southernmost Beach Café for an array of activities leading up to the 2025 World Famous Key Lime Pie Eating Championship, including beach games and a Key Lime Vendor Village that opens at 10 a.m.
The annual World Famous Key Lime Pie Eating Championship — the centerpiece of the annual Key West Key Lime Festival — starts at 1:30 p.m. An outrageously messy twist on New York’s traditional Independence Day hot dog eating contest, 25 competitors each attempt to consume a 9-inch pie in the fastest time, without using their hands. Contestants can advance register on the festival website for a chance to score a trophy, championship belt and a heaping helping of glory.
The evening concludes with a fireworks display over the beautiful Key West waterfront. This event is an opportunity to connect with fellow Rotarians, friends and neighbors while honoring our nation’s spirit of freedom and unity. The Rotary Club hosts a patriotic cookout in the afternoon and evening prior to the fireworks, which begin after sunset.
