Event Dates
From: Wednesday, August 9, 2023
To: Sunday, August 13, 2023
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
- 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 Schedule
- Events kick off on Wednesday with The legendary Island House resort throws one of their famous pool parties from 5pm. Complimentary shots and hors d’oeuvres on offer and as with most of the Island House’s pool parties, clothing is entirely optional.. The night ends with Disco Inferno from 9pm at SideBar.
- On Thursday, relax from noon at the Pool party at the Equator Resort. Dress code: your sexiest underwear, swimwear, and fetishwear, followed by the unmissable Sunset Sail & Harbor Tour with Blu Q. Enjoy Thursdays party with Male Dancers at Sidebar from 9pm followed by the Tropical Heat at Poke “In the Rear”a clothing-optional party.
- Friday sees Alexander’s Guesthouse host the Lusty Luau Party. Check your clothing at the door and pick up a complimentary grass skirt and lei. Later that night from 9pm enjoy White Hot Island Nights Party at Sidebar from 9pm or “Heat Stroke” Fetish party at Saloon One from 10pm.
- Saturday is a busy day with events kicking off at noon at Island house complete with Naked pool boys. Equator Resort hosts the Toga Party from 7pm, followed by The Big “O” Exhibition party at Bourbon Street Pub from 10pm.
- The weekend draws to a close on Sunday with the Hot Naked Pool party at Island house. Those feeling hungry should head to Mangoes for their hilarious Drag Brunch, from noon, followed by the Famous Tea Dance at Lateada. Finally, enjoy the Last Dance at Sidebar.
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
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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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this adult-only hotel offers two outdoor pools. Duval Street is a 1-minute walk away, and Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory is 3 minutes’ drive from the hotel. A private balcony or patio with property views is provided in all rooms at The Gardens Hotel Key West. A flat-screen cable TV, ironing facilities, and a refrigerator
Paradise Inn – Adult Exclusive is located in Key West and features landscaped grounds with brick paths and a lotus pond with koi and tropical turtles. A complimentary continental breakfast is served in the lobby. The suites at Paradise Inn – Adult Exclusive include a sitting area with cable TV. A microwave, refrigerator, and coffee facilities
Located just 2 minutes’ walk from the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, this adult-only inn features free parking and a shared outdoor swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi is also available. A microwave, refrigerator and coffee-making facilities come standard in each room
This trendy Key West boutique hotel features an outdoor pool and modern rooms equipped with iPod docking stations and flat-screen TVs. All rooms at the Truman Hotel are equipped with a refrigerator. Each room is styled with wood floors, and bathrooms boast tiled showers and marble vanities.
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At Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa, hit the nearby beach, relax by an outdoor pool, or spend the day at a marina. All 120 soundproofed rooms feature iPod docks and room service. Guests will appreciate conveniences like sitting areas and coffee makers, while flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool are available at this smoke-free resort. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include 3 bars/lounges, a poolside bar, and valet parking. All 100 individually decorated rooms feature free WiFi and iPod docks. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find LCD TVs with satellite channels
An outdoor pool, a snack bar/deli, and a spa tub are available at this guesthouse. Other amenities include self parking, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center. All rooms are individually decorated and offer free bottled water and ceiling fans. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs come with cable channels
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a rooftop terrace, and valet parking. All 36 individually decorated rooms provide free WiFi, free wired Internet, and iPod docks. LCD TVs with digital channels