Tropical Heat

Tropical Heat is the HOTTEST annual 5-day party for gay men ages 21 and up in Key West and the Florida Keys! The all-male themed parties, pool parties, clothing optional events, and adult-oriented entertainment promise to be HOT! August on our tropical island is always HOT, but during Tropical Heat it promises to be even more so! What better way to experience our tropical paradise than joining us for 5 days with hot guys!? In addition to all our scheduled events, you can also enjoy our many other activities on land and sea!

Cowboy Ken’s Pink Pool Party: 

Island House, Wednesday, August 13^th @ 5pm-8pm: Think PINK at the southernmost mojo-dojo-casa-house! Kens from around the world will gather in their wildest and pinkest outfits and accessories! Think Malibu Barbie, but for Ken! Cowboy hats, hankies, speedos, sunglasses, OR LESS! Just make it PINK! This clothing optional pool party comes with free passed appetizers, half-priced drinks, and our famously pink pool boyz! All gay, bi, trans, queer + brothers welcome!

FRIDAY: August 15th

11 AM enjoy a 4-hour All Male Day Trip with Blu Q Key West. If you haven’t set sail on Blu Q yet, you’re missing out on the best gay experience in Key West! Blu Q guests keep coming back for more and it’s no surprise why. Their four-hour Tropical Heat trip is the perfect way to experience the turquoise waters of Key West while basking in the Florida sun. You can snorkel, kayak, swim, or just relax on the boat – it’s totally up to you! Our crew is always ready to make your trip unforgettable, with their warm smiles, expert guidance, and a hard work ethic. So what are you waiting for? Hop on board the Blu Q and let’s make some memories! This one sells out quickly. Departure time is 10:30 AM.  Purchase your tickets by CLICKING HERE

BLACKOUT PARTY, Birdcage Cabaret/BackBar 10:00 PM until…: Get ready to dance. The BlackOut Party is for all of you with a love of gear and underwear.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16th

Enjoy a 4-hour All Male Day Trip with Blu Q Key West. If you haven’t set sail on Blu Q yet, you’re missing out on the best gay experience in Key West! Blu Q guests keep coming back for more and it’s no surprise why. Their four-hour Tropical Heat trip is the perfect way to experience the turquoise waters of Key West while basking in the Florida sun. You can snorkel, kayak, swim, or just relax on the boat – it’s totally up to you! Our crew is always ready to make your trip unforgettable, with their warm smiles, expert guidance, and a hard work ethic. So what are you waiting for? Hop on board the Blu Q and let’s make some memories! This one sells out quickly. Departure time is 10:30 AM.  Purchase your tickets by CLICKING HERE

Steers & Queers Pool Party, Noon – 5 PM, Island House: We’ll be doing more than cow-tippin’ at the Island House pool! Come get lassoed into the deep end with a festive group of guys all looking to get branded! All steers, queers, and stable wranglers come together for one of the hottest pool parties of the weekend. Come get blown away by our CO2 cannon by one of our cowboys! Lockers provided first come first served! All gay, bi, trans, queer + brothers welcome!

AquaPlex Key West Presents the “AQUANETTES”, 9 PM: Free to all wrist band holders. Elevate your night with AquaPlex’s iconic drag shows & unforgettable performances! Glamorous drag queens, cocktails, and cabaret magic.

AQUAPLEXXX Party: 711 Duval St., the fun starts at 11 PM: (Free admission for wristband holders) Dive into the party at AquaPlex, where the DJ will have you grooving to killer beats, and Go-Go dancers will dazzle your senses, all under the fabulous flair of the Aquanettes! Don’t let this electrifying experience slip through your fingers!

Hot Naked Sunday Pool Party, Island House, Noon – 4 PM: After church and before tea dance, comes Island House! This world-famous clothing-optional soiree is always one of the hottest events of Tropical Heat- and has been for over two decades!  Fabulous pool boys, complimentary shots, giveaways! All gay, bi, trans, queer + brothers welcome!

Museums: Ernest Hemingway, Key West Butterfly Conservatory, Little White House, Key West Aquarium, Mel Fisher Maritime Museum, Key West Firehouse Museum, Key West Light House, Key West Ship Wreck Museum, Audubon House, Oldest House and Garden Museum, USCGC Ingham Museum, Tennessee Williams Exhibit.

Land Activities: Key West Food Tours, Up the Keys Eco Tour, Fort Zachary State Park, West Martello Tower, A & M Scooter Rental, Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden, Key West Cemetery, Key West Adventures, Papa’s Pilar Rum Distillery, Ghost Hunt, Old Town Trolley Tours, Conch Tour Train, Haunted Key West, Ghosts and Mysteries, Ghosts and Gravestones, D’vine Wine Gallery, Perky’s Key West Excursions.

Water Activities: Argo Navis, Blu Q, Classic Harbor Lines, Cruisin’ Tikis, Danger Charters, Fish N Chicks, Fury, Island Vibe Charters, Island Vibe Charters, Java Cat, Jolly Rover II, Key West Eco Tours, Key West Sailing Center, Key West Snorkeling. Land Boat Charters, Off the Charts, Schooner America, Sunset Sail Key West, Sunset Watersports, SV Argo Navis, Yankee Freedom.