Conch Republic Independence Celebration 2019

Join members of the High Command, Founding Fathers, VIPs and Dignitaries for a scrumptious breakfast at Two Friends Patio Restaurant. 512 Front Street, Old Town.  ORDER OFF MENU, CASH BAR.  RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED  (305) 296-3214  twofriends.com

Signifying the Official Opening of CRIC 2019, this light-hearted, entertaining and jovial ceremony celebrates the 37th anniversary of our island nation’s independence. Festivities include Raising of the Colors, CRPledge of Allegiance, Battle Hymn of the CR and Conch Shell-Horn Salute.  Live music by Conchalele Bob & CW Colt. Visit our CRIC Pop-Up Swag Store! Sponsored by Key West Legal Rum Distillery. Mallory Square, Old Town - FREE.

Pick up your CRIC schedule of events and load up on Conch Republic Festival and Military Swag. Get your Conch Republic Passport, CRIC Parade & Battle Bond and sign up for Conch Crawl.

512 Front Street, Old Town

Old Town

Historic Seaport Harbor Walk, Old Town.

Take a step back in time and relive the glorious age of sail and seafaring adventure CR First Sea Lord, ADM Finbar. WOLF docked at Safe Harbour Marina, 6810 Front St, Stock Island, Key West. 

Board 25 minutes prior to departure. BYO food and drink. 

COST: $65 Adults and $30 Kids under 12. 

Ticketsand info: 305 296 9653 (WOLF) or SailAway@SchoonerWOLF.com. www.SchoonerWOLF.com

Dance the night away to the Last Mango Band, playing classic and current favorites with an "islandy" steel drum twist. Founding CR Prime Minister, Dennis Wardlow will explain how our Sovereign State of Mind got its start back in 1982. Hosted by Schooner Wharf Bar & Galley, CRIC 2019 HQs, 202 William St, KW Historic Seaport Harbor Walk, Old Town. FREE  www.SchoonerWharf.com

2ND ANNUAL GBBBBC! The Conch Republic CIA (Cuties in Action) and 82nd Auborne have partnered with Keep Key West Beautiful to eradicate cigarette butts and other debris from our shores. Sponsored by Salute! On the Beach, the public is invited to join the cause and participate. “Weigh In” competition follows clean-up at Salute! On the Beach, 1000 Atlantic Ave. FREE.

Local artists and craftsmen offer unique handmade items you’ll treasure! Sponsored by the Key West Cultural Preservation Society, funds raised from booth rentals contribute to scholarships for KWHS seniors, pursuing college degrees in Art. Duval Street (between Greene & Eaton streets.) FREE.

Pick up your CRIC schedule of events and load up on Conch Republic Festival and Military Swag. Get your Conch Republic Passport, CRIC Parade & Battle Bond and sign up for Conch Crawl. Duval & Greene Streets, Old Town.

2ND ANNUAL CRBCHC! Beach cleaning is thirsty business, and the Bloody Marys Happy Hour at Salute! On the Beach is the perfect way to cool down. Get your creative juices flowing and unwind with island tunes by Billy the Squid and the Sea Cow Drifters, while recycling beach booty into a fabulous beach bonnet. Best Hat wins a $50 gift certificate to Salute! Hosted by the CR CIA , 82nd Auborne and Salute! On the Beach. 1000 Atlantic Ave. FREE.  CASH BAR.  www.SALUTEontheBeach.com

Starts at the Key West Legal Rum Distillery 105 Simonton  (check in 10 AM til 1 PM day of Crawl) stops at Tiki House, Smokin’ Tuna Saloon, Tattoos and Scars, Mary Ellen’s, General Horseplay, Southernmost Beach Resort, Willie T’s  &  801 Bourbon Bar.  OPEN FLYER HERE  Sponsors: Key West Legal Rum Distillery and Revolucion Tequila. FREE Conch Crawl Tshirt and  1 drink at each stop. Limited space. $30 ADVANCE, $35 DAY OF.  Book @ CRIC 2019 Command Center @ Greene & Eaton.RESERVE ONLINE HERE. 

2 - 4 PM DAY SAIL

6 - 8:30 PM SUNSET CRUISE

Take a step back in time and relive the glorious age of sail and seafaring adventure CR First Sea Lord, ADM Finbar. WOLF docked at Safe Harbour Marina, 6810 Front St, Stock Island, Key West. Board 25 minutes prior to departure. BYO food and drink. COST: $65 Adults and $30 Kids under 12. 

Tickets and info: 305 296 9653 (WOLF)  www.SchoonerWOLF.com

Witness this very unique, “Only in Key West" event! The 700 & 800 blocks of Duval heat up as the hottest drag queens in the and go heel to heel for a series of races and obstacle courses that benefit Michael’s Foundation. Races run between Petronia and Angela streets. Hosted by Bourbon St. Pub.  Anyone in ladieswear and heels can enter. Sponsored by  WEOW-FM 92.7 & Revolucion Tequila. FREE ENTRY ***Signup at event only.***

Votes are $1 (vote early…vote often!) and 100% of proceeds benefits the CR Foster Childrens’ Fund for Wesley House. Live music by Conchalele Bob & Sir CW Colt. Hosted by Southernmost House Hotel, 1400 Duval St. Sponsored by Revolucion Tequila. FREE. CASH BAR. www.WesleyHouse.org to sign up or donate.

Sponsored by Tattoos and Scars Saloon Drink specials include CBD infused cocktails. Enjoy movies including Cheech and Chong and other 420 themed movies and music. 512 Greene St. Cash Bar.

6:30 - 8:30 PM SUNSET CRUISE

Take a step back in time and relive the glorious age of sail and seafaring adventure CR First Sea Lord, ADM Finbar. WOLF docked at Safe Harbour Marina, 6810 Front St, Stock Island, Key West. Board 25 minutes prior to departure. BYO food and drink. COST: $65 Adults and $30 Kids under 12. 

Tickets and info: 305 296 9653 (WOLF) or www.SchoonerWOLF.com

Strut, Prance, Twirl and Vogue your way down the runway to some fabulous prizes. Or cheer on your favorite contestant! Queen Mother XXXV Jessica Deveraux, in addition to DJ Kyd and Mangos,present “The Conch Republic Runway Competition.” A LGBTQ event for EVERYONE in the spirit of One Human Family and the amazing diversity of our island home. At Mangoes, 700 Duval.  FREE. CASH BAR For more info, or to secure yourspot on the runway, email ConchRepublicRunway@gmail.com.

Enjoy live music by Sir CW Colt & Andy Wescott & Friends. Great food and cocktails. 4 Charles St., Old Town. SmokinTuna.com

Bring your furababies and enjoy cocktails and tomfoolery! Toast the independence of the Conch Republic and Earth Day and raise money for Luci's Fund. Great fun and activites for your pupper, featuring an artist to paint your pet’s portrait and a photo booth for you and your pets. Broadcast LIVE on Pirate Radio! Hank’s Hair of the Dog, 409 Caroline St., Old Town. SUGGESTED DONATION: $5. CASH BAR.

Pick up your CRIC schedule of events and load up on Conch Republic Festival and Military Swag. Get your Conch Republic Passport, CRIC Parade & Battle Bond and sign up for Conch Crawl at Hank’s Hair of the Dog, 409 Caroline St., Old Town.

Mary Ellen’s Comedy Key West presents the Drunken Spelling Bee. Great fun and prizes and all words relate to The Conch Republic! No cover. Mary Ellen’s 420 Applerouth Lane, Old Town. www.MaryEllensBar.com

The 23rd of APRIL, the Conch Republic’s own 4th of July, Bastille Day & Cinco de Mayo all rolled into one is celebrated with a CR Flag Raising, Conch Republic Pledge of Allegiance, Battle Hymn of the Conch Republic, Conch Shell-Horn Salute, Proclamations (by founding Prime Minister Dennis Wardlow and Prime Minister, Key West Mayor Teri Johnston). Live music by Conchalele Bob and CW Colt at Old Town KWFD Firehouse, Simonton & Angela. Sponsored by KW Legal Rum Distillery. FREE.

The Conch Republic Hash House Harriers invites one and all to don their pirate tutus for this FUN WALK/RUN (also known as Exercise for Beer!)  Onsite registration begins at 5:30pm at the Key West Firehouse in Old Town KW Flagpole Plaza, corner of Simonton and Angela streets. COST: $10 (FREE for 1st timers!) For more info, please contact: Deliveries@SailShare.com

The Conch Republic Military Needs You! It’s your chance to join ADM Finbar, First Sealord and all the Conch Republic Military Brass to honor our Republic’s Military Forces as they prepare for battle in commemoration of the 37th Anniversary of the Secession. Sign up to serve the Republic, purchase official gear, sip some Truth Serum, and bend elbows with Ambassadors and Dignitaries of the Republic.

The CIA-Sshhh! & 82nd Auborne will be aiding and abetting on behalf of the

Wesley House Conch Republic Foster Children’s Fund by serving C-Rations to benefit the cause. Mess Hall. Buffet. Entertainment. 50/50 Raffle. Sponsored by The Gardens Hotel, 526 Angela St. 

GEN ADM: $15. Military in Uniform: $10.Diplomatic Immunity: $50 (includes early entry, Diplomatic sash, reserved seating & other Consular perks.) CASH BAR.

This is a MANDATORY captains’ meeting for the annual re-enactment of the Conch Republic’s Great Sea Battle in Key West Harbor. If you want your vessel to participate in the battle, you MUST attend. No exceptions. Vessels not registered will not be allowed to participate. Special flags issued to participating vessels are required to be flown during battle. Schooner Wharf Bar & Galley, CRIC 2019 HQs, 202 William St., Historic Seaport Harbor Walk. MANDATORY for Great Battle participants.

Cuba and the Conch Republic join forces on the dance floor. Dance the night away to Music by Miami’s “Mojito Hot Salsa Band”. Savor a waterfront sunset dinner & Rum tasting. Compete for Cuban treasures at the silent auction! Win a weekend in Havana for two! Sponsored by Pilar Rum and Turtle Kraals, proceeds benefit TREE Institute International non- profit organization. 

Turtle Kraals Bar & Restaurant, 231 Margaret St, Historic Seaport Harbor Walk.

COST: ADVANCE Tickets: KeysTix.com. Dinner, dance and rum tasting: $50.00. Dance Party only $25.00 RESERVE HERE.   AT DOOR: $60 / $30

TICKETS AT THE DOOR: Dinner, dance and rum tasting: $60.00. Dance party only: $30.00 

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Sign up to join the parade, pick up your CRIC schedule of events and load up on Conch Republic Festival and Military Swag. Get your Conch Republic Passport, CRIC Parade & Battle Bond and sign up for Conch Crawl. Duval and South streets, Old Town. 

The “World’s Longest Parade” festivities kick-off at the Southernmost House Hotel, with a Raising of the Colors Flag Ceremony, Conch Shell-Horn Salute, Entertainment by Conchalele Bob and CW Colt, with celebratory libations with a spectacular ocean view. Sponsored by Revolucion Tequila, Southernmost House, 1400 Duval St., FREE. CASH BAR.

Stride Paradise from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico by running the length of the most famous street in Key West and the Florida Keys – Duval Street! Presented by Local Awards & Engraving. RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 5-7 PM at Southernmost House, 1400 Duval St, Old Town. COST: $25 Adult, $18 HS Student (14-18) and $12 for 13 and Under. For more info and online sign-up, go HERE.

This world-famous parade celebrates Conch Republic Independence and runs from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico. Route travels down Duval St. from United St., turns right on Greene St. Best viewing at Duval and Greene streets. Sponsored by US-1 Radio 104.1FM  Parade musters at  Duval & United at 7:30, Rolls at 8. FREE.   PARADE ENTRY FORM HERE

Grab yer mate for in the “World’s Longest Parade” After-Party, immediately following the parade. Parade prizes will be awarded for Best “Conch-cept”, Most Original, and Most Creative parade entries. Dance to favorite classics, funk, Motown, reggae and island tunes by the Cool Coconuts Band and mingle with CR High Command and VIPS.

**Don yer pirate garb or favorite Schooner Wharf Bar shirt and meet us on the corner of South and Duval at 7:45 PM and join our float! Schooner Wharf Bar & Galley, CRIC 2019 HQs, 202 William St., KW Historic Seaport Harbor Walk, Old Town. www.SchoonerWharf.com

Sign up to join the parade, pick up your CRIC schedule of events and load up on Conch Republic Festival and Military Swag. Get your Conch Republic Passport, CRIC Parade & Battle Bond and sign up for Conch Crawl.

Margaritaville Resort and Mallory Square is Command Central for CR Military Land Forces and you’re invited to join the Non-Combative Shore Party, that immediately follows the CR Naval Parade. Witness the spectacle of our island nation’s most famous “Great Sea Battle of the Conch Republic," re-enacted each year in Key West Harbor to commemorate the secession and founding of the Conch Republic. BROADCAST LIVE on Pirate Radio!

It's the signature event of CRIC 2019, this large scale, hilarious harbor battle pits the Conch Republic’s Air Force, Army and Navy, along with CR Privateer of all shapes and sizes against non-other than a United States Coast Guard Cutter, representing the USCG Cutter Diligence, attacked on April 23, 1982 by the Schooner Western Union. For ‘non-combatives’ and landlubbers), there’s great viewing all along Key West Harbor, from Margaritaville Resort to Mallory Square. FREE.

Cheer Supreme Commander, ADM Finbar and his High Command on the CR Flagship WOLF, the CR Air Force, CR Army and Privateers of all shapes and sizes, for this“battle” against the “Evil Border Patrol” – portrayed by a USCG Cutter, in and above the waters of Key West Harbor. Even civilians in a southernmost state of mind, join this zany, soggy, but always hilarious, re-enactment – a beloved Conch Republic tradition. In and alongside Key West Harbor, between Mallory and Margaritaville Resort. FREE.

A Tongue-in-Cheek Surrender Ceremony of the United States Coast Guard to the CR Armed Forces – “A Farce to be Reckoned With, Who Defend the Republic from Key to Shining Key” – takes place at 9 PM. The energetic and electric Fuel on Fire Band will be playing country, current and classic favorites with original songs from 7:00 p.m. until Midnight.  Schooner Wharf Bar & Galley, CRIC 2019 HQs, 202 William St., KW Historic Seaport Harbor Walk, Old Town. 

Sign up for the Conch Crawl, pick up your CRIC schedule of events and load up on Conch Republic Festival and Military Swag. Get your Conch Republic Passport and CRIC Parade & Battle Bond, and sign up for Conch Crawl.

Starts at the Key West Legal Rum Distillery 105 Simonton  (check in 10 AM til 1 PM day of Crawl) stops at Tiki House, Smokin’ Tuna Saloon, Tattoos and Scars, Mary Ellen’s, General Horseplay, Southernmost Beach Resort, Willie T’s  &  801 Bourbon Bar.  OPEN FLYER HERE  Sponsors: Key West Legal Rum Distillery and Revolucion Tequila. FREE Conch Crawl Tshirt and  1 drink at each stop. Limited space. $30 ADVANCE, $35 DAY OF.  Book @ CRIC 2019 Command Center @ Greene & Eaton. RESERVE ONLINE HERE.  

Take a step back in time and relive the glorious age of sail and seafaring adventure. WOLF docked at Safe Harbour Marina, 6810 Front St, Stock Island, Key West. Board 25 minutes prior to departure. BYO food and drink. COST: $65 Adults and $30 Kids under 12. Tickets and info: 305 296 9653

(WOLF) or SailAway@SchoonerWOLF.com.www.SchoonerWOLF.com

Join Maritime Artist and Historian, Paul Arsenault, the CR’s First Sea Lord, ADM Finbar Gittelman and CR Ambassador to the UN, Dr. Dave Randle, at the Custom House Museum for sea stories and tall tales of Key West in the 1970s and 1980s. Arsenault’s The Coastal Trade: Bounty, Booty and Boats, represents the pioneer days of southwest Florida’s maritime trading networks. Custom House, 281

Front St., Old Town Key West. COST: FREE with Museum Entrance. www.KWAHS.org.

Captains’ meeting for the Conch Republic Cup, departing on April 28th from Key West Harbor. All skippers are required to be present. No exceptions. Vessels not registered will not be allowed to participate. Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St., For Info, contact Karen@ConchRepublicCup.org or visit www.ConchRepublicCup.org. MANDATORY for all CRC2019 participants.

Captains' meeting for the final race (4/28) in the 2019 Schooner Wharf Bar Wrecker's Cup Race Series, recalling the tradition of the wreckers in the Key West of the 1800’s. Captains meet in Sail Loft and enjoy complimentary Pusser's Rum Punch and hors d'oeuvres from the Schooner Wharf Bar & Galley, HQ’s of CRIC. 202 William St., KW Historic Seaport Harbor Walk, Old Town. www.SchoonerWharf.com

Yo Ho Ho and a bottle of rum ---It's a pirate’s life for you at Schooner Wharf! Witness the swashbuckling sword play and sea shanties of Key West’s own Conch Republic Privateers. Compete in our Piratical Costume Competition, with great grog, grub and booty for Best Buccaneer, Best Wench, Best Bustier, and Cutthroat Surprise. The Last Mangoes Band playing classic and current favorites with an" islandy" steel drum twist will get up everyone up dancin' and groovin'.  Schooner Wharf Bar.

Race to Sand Key Lighthouse with the Schooner Wharf Wreckers Fleet…or enter your own vessel! Enjoy a enjoy a delightful afternoon at sea on the waters off Key West. Final race in the 2019 Schooner Wharf Bar Wrecker's Cup Race Series, this all-in-fun race series recalls the tradition of the wreckers in Key West during the 1800’s. Best viewing for Race Start is at Mallory Square, Old Town Race Info: www.SchoonerWharf.com.

Promoting Cultural Exchange through Sport, Conch Republic Cup Key West Cuba Race Week participants gather in Key West Harbor for 1pm race in the Wreckers Race Series Cup. Regatta participants will continue onto Cuba for the 500th anniversary of La Habana, including a Parade of Sail in Havana Harbor on May 4th. Best shore viewing, Mallory Square and Fort Zachary Taylor. For Info

contact Karen@ConchRepublicCup.org or visit www.ConchRepublicCup.org.

Racer's view video of the race while enjoying a BBQ dinner and getting their Caribbean on, dancing to the island rhythms of the Cayo Ritmo Duo. Prizes are given to the first-place finishers in each of six classes: Schooner, Classic, Multihull, Monohull (29' and Under, 30'-40' and 40' and Over.) Additional

classes may be added, depending on the number of entries. Schooner Wharf Bar & Galley, 202 William St, KW Historic Seaport Harbor Walk, Old Town. 

Racer's view video of the race while enjoying a BBQ dinner and getting their Caribbean on, dancing to the island rhythms of the Cayo Ritmo Duo. Prizes are given to the first-place finishers in each of six classes: Schooner, Classic, Multihull, Monohull (29' and Under, 30'-40' and 40' and Over.) Additional

classes may be added, depending on the number of entries. Schooner Wharf Bar & Galley, 202 William St, KW Historic Seaport Harbor Walk, Old Town. www.SchoonerWharf.com.