Hemingway Days 2026
Tue, Jul 21
|Key West, FL
Hemingway Days celebrates the life and legacy of Ernest Hemingway with look-alike contests, literary events, live entertainment, and uniquely Key West traditions.
Time & Location
Jul 21, 2026, 12:00 AM EDT – Jul 26, 2026, 11:50 PM EDT
Key West, FL
About the event
Hemingway Days 2026
Hemingway Days is an annual celebration held in Key West, Florida, honoring the life and literary contributions of the renowned author Ernest Hemingway. The event typically features a variety of activities, including literary readings, art exhibitions, and the famous Hemingway Look-Alike Contest.
Event Highlights
Literary Readings: Local authors and enthusiasts gather to share their work and discuss Hemingway's influence on literature.
Hemingway Look-Alike Contest: Participants dress up as Hemingway and compete for the title, showcasing their best impersonations.
Art Exhibitions: Local artists display works inspired by Hemingway's life and writings.