🐚 Conch Republic Independence Day Celebration 🐚
April 23, 2026 🐚 6:00pm to 9:00pm
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Declare Your FUN-dependence!
Join us in celebrating the legendary spirit of the Conch Republic at the Caribbean Club in Key Largo
— a quirky, event filled with humor, community pride, and unforgettable island traditions.
🎉 Featured Activities
🎵Live Music
Keys own DLK (Dr Lou and Kara) will be rockin the stage.
🏴☠️ Pirate Costume Contest
Break out your best buccaneer gear! Compete for bragging rights and prizes in this crowd-favorite showdown of swashbuckling style.
🗺️ Scavenger Hunt
Explore the Caribbean Club like a true Conch Republic adventurer, and solve clues.
🎯 Ring Toss
A classic island game — simple, competitive, and surprisingly addictive.
🐚 Conch Hole Tournament
Test your aim and skill in this (cornhole) game. Whether you’re a seasoned player or first-timer, all are welcome.
🐚 Blow Your Conch Contest
Channel your inner islander and compete to see who can produce the loudest, longest, or most creative conch shell blast—a true Keys tradition.
🔍 Find the Conch (person) Game
A social scavenger-style challenge — track down a described person around the event and complete your mission.
Ceremonies & Traditions
🚩 Raising of the Conch Republic Flag
Kick off the festivities with this symbolic ceremony celebrating independence, unity, and island pride.
📜 Reading of the Proclamation
Hear the official (and delightfully humorous) declaration of Conch Republic independence—where satire meets history.
💥 “Blowing Up the Jewfish Creek Bridge”
A dramatic and playful reenactment inspired by the Conch Republic’s rebellious roots—expect excitement, laughs, and plenty of photo ops.
💰 Fundraisers & Community Fun
🎟️ 50/50 Raffle
Try your luck and support the Upper Keys Humane Society — half the pot goes to one lucky winner!
🤫 Silent Auction
Bid on unique items, local experiences, and island treasures while supporting the event.
