The Local Side of Key West

Kelly Hopkins
  • 4.8 (221)
  • Places & Travel
  • Updated Weekly

This is how the locals do Key West! Stay tuned for interviews, events and just all-around amazing things to do from a local point of view. Come hang out with your new Key West BFFs

  1. 2d ago

    Key West Dive Bars

    This week we’re talking dive bars. Not the famous Duval Street bars—the places where locals go and dont go. We share some of our favorite spots, a little history, a few stories, and our opinions on what makes a true dive bar. Although we didn't mention all of them, we did mention a lot of great dive bars in Key West! Let us know if we missed your favorite

    36 min
  2. Key West Rum Fest 2026

    May 20

    Key West Rum Fest 2026

    We are so happy to get the chance to talk to Neil and Jess with the Key West Rum Fest!!! We had THE BEST time last year and this year is going to be even bigger!!!! Don't forget to use code KWKELLY for a discount to most events. First 20 people from the podcast to get tickets to The 3 Course Rum Luncheon on Tuesday and The Grand Tasting on Saturday will get a FREE ticket to the Sunset cruise! Just DM me that you got your ticket with proof and you win!!!! Check out all of the Rum Fest info here: https://rumfestkeywest.com/ Can't wait to see you there.

    36 min

  3. May 13

    Life Happens Even in Paradise

    This week we are talking about losing sweet Lulu, life in general and the upcoming rum festival!

    20 min

  4. Apr 29

    Key West Confessions

    This week we are starting a new segment on our podcast called "Key West Confessions" feel free to send us your confessions at lsokw@yahoo.com or reach out to us on any platform you feel comfortable. We want all of your stories.

    17 min

  5. Apr 15

    Events in Key West, April and May 2026

    This week we are talking about event events in Key West for April and May in 2026. Also, April is the Conch Republic independence celebration!

    37 min

  6. Apr 8

    New Restaurants in Key West

    This week we are talking about a few new restaurants in Key West, Florida

    33 min

  7. Mar 25

    Taste of Key West 2026

    This week we went to the taste of Key West! We're all about our experience. Also, I would love to know if you have ever been, what you thought.

    33 min

  8. Mar 18

    St. Patrick's Day in Key West

    This week we're talking about all the fun St. Patrick's Day events in Key West!!

    15 min
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This is how the locals do Key West! Stay tuned for interviews, events and just all-around amazing things to do from a local point of view. Come hang out with your new Key West BFFs

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  • Creator
    Kelly Hopkins
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    277
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kelly Hopkins
  • Show Website
    The Local Side of Key West

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