Islamorada Island Festival
Founders Park, Islamorada
April 4th and 5th, 2009 — 10am to 5pm

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18th ANNUAL ISLAND FEST BIGGER & BETTER

Island Fest is back and it’s better than ever! Head out to Founders Park on Saturday and Sunday, April 4th and 5th, for the 18th Annual Florida Keys Island Fest and enjoy the Islamorada Chamber’s best event yet! From 10am to 5pm daily, artists, musicians and much, much more will transform the park into a fun-filled, family destination you won’t want to miss!

The Arts and Crafts show will feature the very best of both local and national artists featuring everything from paintings and sculptures to jewelry and fine crafts. No art festival would be complete without a commemorative festival poster, so this year our very own John David Hawver was selected to create the 5th Annual Islamorada Poster. His representation of Anne’s Beach is sure to be a huge success! Stop by booth number one to meet John and have your poster signed.

In addition to renowned artists, an array of talented musicians will also take part in Island Fest, appealing to music lovers of all genres from bluegrass to reggae. On Saturday, stroll onto the beach and enjoy live performances by Mr. Nice Guy, and local favorite Island Vibes. Recently featured at this year’s Marley Fest, the very popular Felix the Catt and Baga Tricks will also deliver what is sure to be an incredible performance! Sunday promises to be another exciting musical experience when Dave Feder kicks off the days events with his Hillbilly Flamenco. The Larkin Sisters will take the stage at noon with a show-stopping bluegrass performance. The two sisters have performed at Dollywood with the legendary Dolly Parton. Dolly herself even wrote some songs for the famous country duo. Island Fest promises to have your music cravings satisfied!

“The Florida Keys have always been known as a mecca for the performing arts, and Island Fest is the best place to experience that first hand,” says Judy Hull, Executive Director of the Islamorada Chamber of Commerce. “We’re really quite lucky to have so many gifted people sharing their talents with us.”

We’re not done yet! The kids will have a blast at Island Fest, too! They can enjoy flying kites, painting the dolphin statue, or building sand castles with popular artist Victor Leong. Your taste buds aren’t forgotten at this event either! Saturday’s culinary event features a tantalizing smoked-fish dip contest, and on Sunday, don’t miss the popular “Taste of the Islands,” a delicious competition showcasing the dishes of many local restaurants.

Featuring music, art, food, and fun, the 18th Annual Florida Keys Island Fest offers something for everyone! Plan to spend Saturday and Sunday, April 4th and 5th, at Founders Park, MM 87 Bayside. Show times are from 10 am to 5pm both days and admission is free. For more information, call the Islamorada Chamber of Commerce at 305.664.4503.