🐚 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.


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