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Tropical Heat weekend on a tropical island that is legendary for its laid back style and its open and accepting atmosphere.
Tropical is Key West’s hottest event for men! The temperature is not the only thing that will rise over the weekend.
- Stay at the H2O Suites- Adults Only, 200 m from Duval Street rated “Superb” by guests and featuring a year-round outdoor rooftop pool with a sun terrace.
Tropical Heat Highlights
- Awaiting theme and lineup for the 2024 edition.
- August on the Island is always hot, but during Tropical Heat it promises to be steamy!
- Enjoy four days of hot guys and fun, the best way to experience Key West.
- The all-male theme parties, pool parties, and adult-oriented entertainment are legendary.
- Don’t miss the Toga 3d Party, Debauchery, Drinks & Dicks, the Fetish Ball, The Island House Tea Dances, the Disco Inferno party and hilarious the Drag Brunch.
- The Themed Pool Party in Alexander’s Guesthouse is one of our top picks from a packed week long itinerary with a full Bar, Good Food, and Fun! Costumes encouraged!
Blu Q Sunset Sail
- Men Only Sunset Sails (21+) LGBTQ+BYOB. Set sail on the Blu Q Catamaran Sunset Sail & Harbor Tour with Blu Q.
- for a scenic harbor tour and FAB sunset. You are welcome to bring any adult beverage you would like to enjoy! (BYOB!) We will have delicious organic snacks, water, coolers with ice, and fun music.
- A very casual and friendly atmosphere allows you to be with that special someone or meet new friends.
- Spots are limited. VIP band holders, call directly for 20% off – (305) 304-9774.
Host venues for Tropical Heat
- Lateda – Home of the best Key West Tea Dance every Sunday, 4pm-6:30pm, outside by the Pool. Dancing with DJs Rude Girl and Molly Blue. Two bars.
- Sidebar – The official home of Key West Burlesque! SideBar is open nightly until 4am with the hottest DJ’s in town with an industrial feel, great light and sound.
- Bourbons Street Pub – Original New Orleans-themed Video Bar featuring the Men of Bourbon Nightly. Live VJ’S, Live Shows, 5 Bars, ‘Male Only’ Clothing Optional Garden
- Saloon One – Historical gay watering hole and busy cruise bar with late hours, drink specials, live entertainment & an outdoor patio. Behind the 801 Bourbon.
- Mangoes – A big outdoor patio overlooking a bustling street attracts crowds to this fish-focused eatery & bar.
Where to stay in Gay Key West
- Most of the gay bars in town are clustered along colourful Duval Street.
- The following hotels are currently trending with our readers. All are close to the Tropical Heat celebrations.
Duval Gardens, Truman Hotel, The Gardens Hotel, Paradise Inn
Check out our gay insider guide to Key west for the best places to eat and drink and the best things to see and do.
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Paradise Inn is our favourite place
to stay when in Key West. Great location
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Most of the gay bars in town are clustered along colorful Duval Street, in the historic district, which is also home to dozens of fun shops and inviting restaurants.
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