KEY WEST • OCTOBER 2026
Fantasy Fest 2026 ran October 16-25.
Our October artwork celebrates musical imagination. Your gigs bring it to life.
Key West knows how to put on a show—and this October, music is part of the inspiration. Fantasy Fest 2026 takes place October 16–25 with the theme “Musical Icons and Iconic Musicals.” For LiveMusicEveryDay.com, that felt like a wonderful invitation to celebrate the people who keep our island playing.
The inspiration behind our October artwork
Our October artwork leans into the drama of a concert stage: oversized guitars, bright pink and turquoise, touches of gold, and a performer surrounded by color and light. It’s our creative nod to the festival’s musical theme, with the spotlight on something we celebrate all year—live music.
The artwork is our invitation. The musicians and venues of Key West and the Florida Keys supply the real soundtrack.
Playing in October?
Playing Fantasy Fest or keeping your regular gigs going? We’d love to help music lovers find you. Send us your late-October and Halloween gigs, or any changes, so we can review them for the calendar.
Include your artist or band name, venue and town, performance dates, start and end times, and a contact for any questions. A schedule flyer, photo, or document is welcome. If a gig changes, send us the update too.
Upload your October gigs, or email KeyWest@LiveMusicEveryDay.com. Your music deserves to be heard—and knowing where you’re playing is the first step.
Music lovers: find your next stop
Making plans for a night out? Explore Key West’s live music calendar and see who is playing where. Check back as more October gigs are added, and confirm details with the venue before heading out.
For the festival’s event schedule and ticket information, visit the official Fantasy Fest website.
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