
Fantasy Fest 5K Run/Walk is a running race on October 19, 2026 in Key West, FL, featuring the 1 Mile and 5K distances, with an entry fee of $46.99.
From the Organizer
This Bed-Time Stories and Magical Monsters Themed 5K kicks off at the Tiki House Key West on Duval Street at 6:00PM. Run/Walk your way down Duval and you will swing by Mary Ellen's Bar and visit the shot station. Cross the finish line and receive your Whimsical Race Medal and continue the fun at the Post-Race Party at the Tiki House Key West where everyone will celebrate with a free beer, themed drink or soft drink and their signature Hostess Twinkie Cake.
Not ready for a 5K? No Problem! Register for the Tipsy Fairy Mile (.75 mile route) which begins after the 5K takes off. Get all the ENCHANTED SWAG and FREE SHOT at the SHOT STATION without all the sweat! Grab your drink, wagon coolers and fast-track your way to the Post-Race Party! It will be Magical!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
85°
Typical Low
75°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Key W Wfo, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
25,824
as of 2023
City Elevation
3 ft
Nearest Airport
EYW
Key West International Airport · 1 mi
Major Hub
MIA
Miami International Airport · 127 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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108
Days to train
Coming Up
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1 mile away
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2 miles away
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Less than a mile away
Southernmost Half Marathon and 10K
2 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Fantasy Fest 5K Run/Walk
Oct 19, 2026