With all the hype around the infamous Fantasy Fest, it’s no surprise that many tourists to the Conch Republic have never heard of the Goombay Festival. The Goombay Festival, brought to Key West by the Coral Elks, is still the favorite street festival among Conch’s. On October 14th, 19th to the 20th, locals get together to enjoy this family-friendly cultural exchange and street party. Checkout this event featuring great food, fun and local music.
“One of the most popular events is the Goombay Community Fishing Party which is scheduled for Sunday, October 14, 2007. The community and the organizer of this year’s event meet at the Truman Water Front Park at the end of Southard Street and have some good old-fashioned family fun. Everyone meets at the pier with their coolers and family to fish, play cards, dance, and party and have fun.”

For more information, checkout Goombay Festival photos on the website. Enjoy!