The merry merry month of May has arrived, so have a historic day and let the Key West Historic Seaport make this month full of Mother’s Day memories! Stroll down the Harborwalk and surprise mom with a night of  waterfront dining at any one of our unique eateries. If you’re in the mood for fresh seafood or want to try something new, Half Shell Raw Bar, Conch Republic Seafood Company, BO’s Fish Wagon and The Waterfront Brewery have a variety of choices that will become your new favorites. Start mom’s morning with a fresh cup of Joe from Cuban Coffee Queen and a fresh bite from Fisherman’s Cafe. For all of the deserving mothers who want a night out, show her how much you care with a special date night with dinner for two, cold drinks and live music at Schooner Wharf Bar.    

Are you still on the hunt for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? With more than 10 extraordinary shops, finding a gift has been made easy. The variety of options from stylish apparel to many forms of handmade jewelry can be found at Local Color at Lands End Village. Check out Key West’s groovy gift shop, Good Day on a Happy Planet for fun instruments, funky collectables and more! If you’re looking for authentic treasures, Yours and Mayan is the shop to visit. They sell bold, colorful, handcrafted jewelry, key chains, hair accessories, statues, masks, beaded dream catchers, and so much more! Dragonfly Imports, Hammerhead Surf Shop, Key West Bait & Tackle and Stingray Steve all provide the newest gear for extra fun in the sun.

Family-fun adventures are just around the corner at the Key West Historic Seaport. Take the kids to see the famous turtle races at Turtle Kraals or enjoy the sunshine aboard Java Cat from Key West Eco Tours. Whether it’s sailing to the Dry Tortugas National Park on the Yankee Freedom III or parasailing above the Key West waters with Sunset Watersports, Fury Water Adventures or Sebago Watersports, the Key West Historic Seaport has something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Happy Mother’s Day from your friends at the Key West Historic Seaport!

If you’re heading to Key West at the beginning of May, make your Cinco de Mayo plans with us! Schooner Wharf Bar is hosting a celebration with a taco eating contest, live music, drink specials and a whole lot of fun! Conch Republic Seafood Company is also hosting a celebration with 2 for 1 El Jimador house Margaritas, a themed dinner special and 2 for 1 Coronas from 4 p.m.-7 p.m. For a Cinco de Mayo celebration that is like no other, check out Fury Water Adventures  and their Cinco de Mayo excursions.

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