2010 Schedule of Events

Daily Diversions

FANTASY CYBER SOUVENIRS
Visit the Fantasy Fest Store anytime at www.fantasyfest.net for memorabilia that makes the fantasy a reality! Official posters, t-shirts, and limited addition medallions. To purchase the Official 2010 t-shirt please call Keyboard Advertising at 305-292-9315.

KEYSTIX.COM
Visit Keystix.com year round for tickets to concerts, comedy, Broadway musicals and special events in Key West. WWW.KEYSTIX.COM or 305-295-7676

THE HAUNTING OF FORT TAYLOR
Experience the Haunting of Fort Taylor 2010! Its guaranteed to make your spine tingle as the shockingly true tales of the island's frightening past come to life before your very eyes! For dates of the hauntings, please visit http://hauntedkeywestfort.com for pricing and special activities.

Friday, October 22

GOOMBAY
Tastes, sights and sounds of the Caribbean in Bahama Village, located at Duval and Petronia streets. This family friendly street party continues Saturday! Noon - midnight; FREE

ROYAL CORONATION BALL
Meet Key West’s Royal Family and vote for the King and Queen of Fantasy Fest at the "Valley of the Kings 2010"; a benefit for AIDS Help, Inc.;6 pm 305-296-6706; Suggested donation; Location; TBD

CARNIVALE FOR CARNIVORES
Take a trip to Brazil without leaving the Florida Keys by dining at Braza Lena, an authentic Churrascaria! With 16 premium cuts of meat and a salad bar extravaganza this is the place for those that need to get a solid base for this fantastic party. 5 p.m.

Saturday, October 23

CHRISTOPHER PETERSON IN EYECONS, LAS VEGAS OR BUST
Legendary impressionist, Christopher Peterson brings his stage extravaganza “EYECONS, Las Vegas or Bust” to the Waterfront Playhouse. This ALL-LIVE, no lip-sync show features parodies of all the great female stars, plus 4 dancers, fabulous sets and over-the-top costumes. There only 3 performances: October 23, 24 and 25 at 8:00 pm! Don't miss this last chance to catch the brilliance of Christopher before he relocates to Las Vegas ! For tickets, go to waterfrontplayhouse.org!

GOOMBAY
This family friendly party continues in Bahama Village! Noon - midnight; FREE

FRIEND'S OF FORT TAYLOR'S VAMPIRE BALL
All vampires sink your teeth into this tropical Transylvania! While mingling amongst the neonates and mortals visit The Haunting of Fort Taylor 2010! Fantasy, mystery, and fun await you on this enchanted evening! Music, dancing, food, and drinks sponsored by The Friend's of Fort Taylor. Costume contest with fabulous prizes! The best Party from Ghost to Ghost!; FT. Zachary Taylor at the end of Southard; 7-9 p.m.; www.hauntedkeywestfort.com

Sunday, October 24

Monday, October 25

BIG 'UNS LUNAR LUNACY PARTY
As Fantasy Fest luck would have it, the opening weekend of this year's Fantasy Fest is a FULL MOON and Big 'Uns is throwing a stellar party to celebrate. Bring all your friends and join the craziness at Big 'Uns "Lunar Lunacy Party" for an evening sure to eclipse all the others. Lunar Lunacy is an "out of this world party" with great music, great drinks and plenty of heavenly bodies. One lucky ass-tronaut will win big a the full MOON contest (male or female). The winner chosen for the best "full moon" will take home $1,000! Admission; $25 and includes your first drink. Don't have to Apollo-gize for not being there, order your tickets now at www.keystix.com or by calling 292-0486; 9p.m.; Big 'Uns Sports Bar; 218 Duval Street

PINKING OF YOU!
Looking for an outrageous costume idea for Fantasy Fest? Want to partake in a wildly fun event where you can mingle with local celebrities and bid on one-of-a-kind bra inspired creations? The Fourth Annual “Pinking of You” Decorated Bra Auction promises to be a great time for a great cause. Local artists transform bras into works of art which are then modeled during a live auction to the highest bidder. You never know what you might see—drag queens sporting brassieres made of money or dames donning feathered bra purses! All money raised will be donated to WomanKind, inc. to provide breast cancer education and early detection through clinical breast exams.; 6pm; La Te Da 1125 Duval St. (Special thanks to the Bolanowskis)

Tuesday, October 26

CAPT. TONY'S PARTY IN PLAID
Swing into Fantasy Fest at legendary Capt. Tony's Saloon! Explore your fantasies in naughty or nice plaid attire. Meet new friends, enjoy live music and rum specials all night long; www.capttonyssaloon.com;428 Greene St.; 9pm; FREE

REDDY ICE FANTASY FAÇADE ™ COMPETITION
Festively decorated homes and businesses compete for cold cash! To enter, call 305-296-5334

FREE OFFICIAL FANTASY FEST POSTER SIGNING PARTY
Meet-n-greet the award-winning artists of this year's poster. Get up close and personal while having a lively libation or two; Crowne Plaza La Concha Hotel; 430 Duval St.; 5 pm; posters for sale.

28th ANNUAL HEADDRESS BALL: Diagnosis: Psychosis - An Assembly at the Asylum
Elaborate Headdress Contest, Show, and Party featuring live entertainment. Prizes for Best Headdress (costumes not judged) $1,000 first, $300 second, $200 third. Reserved Tables VIP for 4- $320 or $270; standing/ open seating in rear $30 (REDUCED from $40 with additional room and video screens). Location: Southernmost Hotel on the Beach, 508 South Street. Seating begins 7 pm, 8 pm Curtain. This event sells out, so please purchase tickets early bycalling 305-296-1520 or WWW.KEYSTIX.COM or 305-296-1520; This event sells out; Please purchase tickets early.

FINNEGAN'S WAKE GREEN PARTY
Come celebrate the ultimate Irish party! Party starts at 7pm til the wee hours of the morning. Live Irish Music from Revels Glen. No cover if you wear green. Costume contest for 'Best Eco Green Wear'. Sign up for the Edamame eating contest; 320 Grinnell St.; 305-293-0222; www.keywestirish.com

BIG 'UNS LOCKER ROOM ROMP
Big 'Uns Sportsbar is not only a great Key West place for entertainment or to watch the games, it also features a friendly crew and great drinks that turns their patrons into fans every night. Knowing how much Big 'Uns fans love the thrill of victory, the Locker Room Romp is a fantasy party to celebrate all the festivities that surround the big game. Come as a cheerleader or a jock, a spectator or a superstar-it doesn't matter-just grab your friends (and a towel or pom-pom) and score a great time! The referees will hold a "best pom-poms" contest with a top prize of $1,000! Admission; $25 and includes your fist drink. Call 292-0486 for more information. 9p.m.; Big 'Uns Sportsbar; 218 Duval Street

Wednesday, October 27

BIG UN'S “SO YOU THINK YOU'RE SEXY ENOUGH?” CONTEST/PARTY
Big ‘Uns is calling all Fantasy Fest revelers who have a little Gypsy Rose Lee or Chippendale in their soul. If you’ve got exotic moves and you know it, we’ve got the party and contest for you to show it! Join your friends at Big ‘Uns for the ultimate fantasy “So You Think You're Sexy Enough?” party and contest. Judging will take place in three categories: best female dance, best male dance, and best couple dance. The prize for each category is $1,000! Admission is $25 and includes your first drink.Call 292-0486 for more information. 9p.m.; Big 'Uns Sportsbar; 218 Duval Street

GUY HARVEY'S WHITE LACE BLACK LIGHT EVENT
511 Greene St.; 7p.m. www.guyharveysislandshop.com

PET MASQUERADE & PARADE
A magical carousel of frisky pets and playful owners delightfully disguised and ready to frolic for fame and fortune; Registration for competition is at 4:30 pm; FREE to watch; $25 to enter; benefits Lower Keys Friends of Animals; Casa Marina Resort; 1500 Reynolds St.

CELEBRITY LOOK-A-LIKE CONTEST
Do people always tell you that you remind them of someone famous? Well then this is your event! Imitators of the famous and fabled vie for cash and prizes; Crowne Plaza La Concha Hotel; 430 Duval St.; Contestant sign up 8 pm; FREE to watch; FREE to enter.

DUNGEON of DARK SECRETS and FETISHES
Embrace Your Darkest Desires...Come one and come all (boys & girls, boys & boys, girls & girls ) to play in our dungeon of fetishes! Play, voyeur, or take part in the show to unleash your darkest desires. Tie up your favorite friend, eat off our human tables, BDSM, alternative and swing with our house DJ. Attire; PVC, leather, latex, uniform, period, levi, underwear, vintage, glam, cyber, burlesque, masks, wear as much or as little as you want, but dress to THRILL! 801 Bourbon Bar /Saloon 1, 801 Duval;(305)293-9800;9 pm;$

FOGARTY'S RED NIGHT
Fogarty's 9th Annual Red Party! Don't miss this often imitated, but never duplicated party; Costume Contest; Door Prizes; Live DJ; 227 Duval St.;305-294-7525;9p.m. $10pp

Thursday, October 28

COWBOY BILL'S 4TH ANNUAL GIT-R-WET T-SHIRT CONTEST
Catch the hottest ladies competing for $1,500 in cash prizes in this over-the- top competition. Contestants model the finest in creative cotton wet t- shirt apparel. DJ Bill Hoebee MC's all the wild festivities. See the action live at www.CowboyBillsKW.com 610 1/2 Duval St.; 10 pm; 295-8219; VIP seating available, Door Charge; WWW.KEYSTIX.COM

MONSTER'S BALL
Sea serpents, mermaids and other bizarre creatures of the deep! What lurks below and who's dancing on the reef? Dive into this annual costume party and explore some surreal fantasies and some-too-real fantasies that should perhaps remain submerged! Green Parrot Bar; 601 Whitehead St.; 505-294-6133; www.greenparrot.com; 10 pm; FREE

PRETENDERS IN PARADISE
The legendary costume competition with $10,000 in cash and prizes! Combining extraordinary creative genius and performing energy, this year's event promises to be insanely entertaining; Pier House Resort & Caribbean Spa, beachside; www.pierhouse.com; 8pm; $

SLOPPY JOE’S 27TH ANNUAL TOGA PARTY
“Still The Best Ancient Roman Party In Town!” To enter contest, contestants must be dressed in toga and are encouraged to dress in Fantasy Fest theme "Habitat for Insanity.” Three divisions: Groups/Couples $500 first place; Men’s $250 first place; and Women’s first place $250. Free to enter contest; registration at 8:00 pm and contest begins at 9:30 pm; Door charge; 201 Duval St.

DANTE'S 4TH ANNUAL HALOS & HORNS POOL PARTY AND WET T-SHIRT CONTEST
Free Body Painting, Super Food and Drink specials, Great Give-aways, Live Music with Caffeine Carl & The Buzz, our unique stage in the center of the POOL, and lot's of $$$$ to give away; Whether you wear the halo of an ANGEL or prefer devilish Horns, come strut your STUFF @DANTE'S 4th annual HALOS&HORNS pool party and wet t-shirt contest. The Party starts at Noon and goes till 6:00, Pole Dancing starts at 4:30, @ Dante's Restaurant & Raw Bar, 951 Caroline St, next to the Ferry Terminal; Call 305-293-5123 for more details or to sign up for the contest!!

PAJAMA AND LINGERIE PARTY
The hottest Playboy model in the world Kristy Morgan from the reality TV show "Tila Tequila" encourages you to dress sexy for this skimpy affair. Enter the $700 Hugh Hefner and Marilyn Monroe look-a-like contest, plus enjoy guest D.J.'s live. This event is guaranteed to sell out.;Purchase advance VIP tickets online at WWW.KEYSTIX.COM;Mangoes; 700 Duval Street; 305-304-1188; 10 pm; $$

Friday, October 29

PIMP AND HO PARTY
America's #1 movie star, Ron Jeremy, invites you to come fulfill your fantasy at this exotic dance party. Enter the $700 Mr. Pimp and Ms. Ho costume contest, plus enjoy guest D.J.'s live. This event is guaranteed to sell out. Purchase advance VIP tickets online at WWW.KEYSTIX.COM; Redfish Bluefish; 407 Front Street; 305-304-1188; 10 pm; $$

SOUTHERNMOST SICKOS AND PSYCHOS COSTUME CONTEST
The Southernmost Hotel’s Annual Costume Contest Friday, October 29th from 4-6 pm, 3:00pm – 4:30pm Registration for Costume Contest at the Southernmost Hotel in the USA; 4:30PM – Southernmost Sickos and Psychos Costume Contest at the Poolside at the Southernmost Hotel in the USA; 6PM - Masquerade March Half Way Party poolside at the Southernmost on the Beach; 1319 Duval St.;FREE

10TH ANNUAL LIVING ART AIRBRUSH EXPO
Contestants will use the human form as a living canvas for artistic expression in competition for more than $1,500; drink specials and live entertainment; Sunset Pier at Ocean Key Resort; Painting and Partying Start at Sunset; judging begins at 9 pm; 305-295-7045; FREE

MASQUERADE MARCH
Join the crowd as they parade through Old Town with music and noisemakers; thirst quenchers provided at selected guesthouses. Begins at the Key West Cemetery Frances Street entrance; revelers can join the mad march anywhere along the two routes; 5pm; All welcome; FREE

FANTASY FEST STREET FAIR
Duval Street's mile-long eater-tainment extravaganza features arts and crafts, food vendors, lively libations and costumed frivolity; 12 pm - 10 pm; Friday, October 29

RUM BARREL'S 4th ANNUAL PIRATE BASH
Dress and DRINK LIKE A PIRATE at the Rum Barrel! Key West’s resident pirate and rum experts --- Pirate Soul Museum and Rum Barrel Restaurant & Bar --- team up to throw the most outrageous Pirates Bash in the world! More than $1500 in cash prizes for the best pirate and wench costumes, great music on the rooftop stage, and awesome rum specials. More info 305) 292-7862. Piratical inspiration at PirateSoul.com.;9pm.; $

HAIR OF THE HOG, LEATHER AND LACE PARTY
Wake up with the Hogs at our Bloody Mary Blow Out Breakfast! Wear your laciest lace or your luckiest leather and win $$$! Grey Goose Bloody Mary Bar, Beer Specials, Continental Breakfast Buffet. Build your own breakfast sandwich. For more information visit www.hogsbreath.com; 400 Front St.; 305-296-4222; 9 a.m.-Noon; FREE ADMISSION

801 BOURBON BAR TEA DANCE
Plenty of sugar and spice at this tea in the street party; Live DJ, cool drinks, dancers, drag queens and celebrities; 305-294-4737; 801 Duval St.; 1 pm; FREE

FETISH & FANTASY PARTY at the ISLAND HOUSE FOR MEN
“Dressed to Thrill” costume judging & party for men co-sponsored by the Key West Wreckers at Island House. Imagine a costume party in your favorite dungeon. Win cash and prizes for best costume in each of two categories: 1 - Fetish, Leather, Uniform, or Rubber; 2 - Best use of this year’s Fantasy Fest theme "Habitat for Insanity". Judging at 9:30. Party follows in the special dungeon. Clothes check provided. Clothing optional. Adults only. Men only. Purchase advance VIP tickets online at WWW.KEYSTIX.COM; 1129 Fleming St.; 8:30 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.; (305)294-6284

HABITAT FOR INSANITY at PEARL'S RAINBOW FOR WOMEN
This women-only event has hot music and even hotter dancers. Celebrity judges will be awarding steamy prizes for the Most Heavenly Body, the Most Voluptuous Vixen, and the Most Far-out Fetish; $20 cover includes a free drink; 8 to 11pm (right after the Masquerade March; 525 United St.; www.pearlsrainbow.com

Saturday, October 30

BOURBON ST. PUB TEA DANCE AND BALCONY BROUHAHA
Brace yourselves for one of Fantasy Fest's most outrageous daytime events! Bourbon St. Pub helps you to relive the glory-days of Key West's notoriously remembered "Tea In the Street." With Duval St. shut down, prepare for flying drag queens, hot male dancers, and in true Bourbon St. fashion--- FANTASY FEST BEADS!!! Live DJ, satellite bars and local celebs! Street level standing room always available at no charge. VIP Balcony Brouhaha tickets can be pre-purchased at The New Orleans House or by calling (305) 293-9800. Balcony tickets are guaranteed to sell out! 11am-5pm; Bourbon St. Pub Complex; www.bourbonstpub.com;

CAPTAIN MORGAN FANTASY FEST PARADE
Join 70,000 exuberant partygoers as this year's parade rolls down Duval Street. Featuring glittering floats, marching bands and dancing groups, it doesn't get any wilder than this! Parade route includes Whitehead, Front and Duval Streets; 7 pm; www.FREE

EPIDERMAL ARTS AND TORSO TAPESTRIES
Art lovers gather for this bona fide cultural event to determine the best- illustrated bodies. The battle of the emblazoned bods elevates this art form to something aesthetic, creative and maybe even poetic; Green Parrot Bar; 601 Whitehead St.; 294-6133; www.greenparrot.com; 3 pm; FREE

DUVAL STREET PROMENADE
Sassy entertainers, enticing food and spirited libations tempt costumed merrymakers as they party from the Gulf to the Atlantic; Noon - 10:30 pm; FREE

Sunday, October 31

“THE FAT LADY SINGS” TEA DANCE
As the saying goes, "It ain't over 'til the fat lady sings." Everyone will be at La Te Da from 4pm to 9pm for the last Official Event of Fantasy Fest 2010. DJ Junior provides the music for the very last hoorah. La Te Da Hotel, Restaurant, Cabaret and Bars; 1125 Duval Street; (305)296-6706; www.LaTeDa.com; $5.00 Admission

CHILDREN'S DAY
A family event featuring food, games, arts and crafts and a costume contest for children. Bayview Park at Truman Ave. and Eisenhower Dr.; Noon - 5 p.m.; 305-292-8912

FANTASY FEST SUNDAY BRUNCH AT THE HYATT
Served at SHOR American Seafood Grill at the Hyatt Key West Resort and Spa From 11 AM until 2 PM; 601 Front Street; Call 305.809.4000 for reservations