Beach Guide

What’s On

This week on the beach

Something
every night

7:30 AM

Sombrero Beach Morning

Sombrero Beach Rd, Marathon · Active

Sombrero Beach at 7:30 AM is wide, quiet and sometimes has sea turtle tracks - the best time to visit.

9 AM

Turtle Hospital Tour

2396 Overseas Hwy, Marathon · Family

Tour the world's only sea turtle hospital - see loggerheads, greens and Kemp's ridleys in rehabilitation.

9 AM

Dolphin Research Center

58901 Overseas Hwy, Grassy Key · Family

Non-profit dolphin research facility with public tours, swims and educational programs on Grassy Key.

9 AM

Pigeon Key Walking Tour

Old Seven Mile Bridge · Family

Walk or bike the old bridge to Pigeon Key's historic railroad camp - a compelling piece of Keys history.

Big Days

annual
Apr

Marathon Seafood Festival

Annual seafood festival in Marathon with Keys cooking competitions and local vendors.

Nov

Seven Mile Bridge Run

The famous annual race across the Seven Mile Bridge - one of the most scenic runs in America.

Jan

Marathon International Film Festival

Annual film festival showcasing Keys-themed and independent films in the heart of the Keys.

see you out there

Real recurring local happenings — schedules can change, so check the venue. Sun-timed events track each day’s real sunset and the countdown runs on the live local clock.