Live Music.

Cold Drinks.

Good times.

Live Music at Key West Empourium's Backyard Bar

Our Backyard is your backyard.

The Backyard Bar at The Key West EmPOURium is a tropical oasis just inches off Duval St. With weekly live music, special events, and plenty of covered space to kick off your shoes and relax, it's the perfect destination for drinking, dancing, singing, and all around frivolity. Welcome to the largest bar in Key West, y'all!

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Live Music

Featuring local and traveling bands from around the world, The EmPOURium's Backyard Bar hosts a variety of musicians for a rockin' good time.

Check out our calendar for more information.

Sports TVs

With twenty-two televisions around The EmPOURium, you'll always find a seat to watch your favorite game.

Plus, our big screen projector in The Backyard Bar is the best place to grab a drink, get loud, and cheer on your team.

Special Events

Magic shows. Line dancing. Film screenings. Q&As. Arts and crafts workshops. Community events and fundraisers.

The Backyard Bar welcomes all kinds of guests and events to its little slice of paradise.

Events Calendar

Multiple Dates
Wed, Jan 14
Lance Taylor
Key West
Jan 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
A walking one man band, playing multiple instruments himself, enjoy Lance Taylor's folk, blues, and soft rock vibes.
Multiple Dates
Wed, Jan 14
Key West Chick Fest
Key West
Jan 14, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Join us for the "Southernmost Female Songwriter Showcase," hosted by country-western musician, Erica Sunshine Lee. Experience some of the finest female musicians in our very own Backyard Bar!
Multiple Dates
Thu, Jan 15
Jackpot Trivia in the Karaoke Lounge
Key West
Jan 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Bring your besties and your brain power for a fun-filled night of trivia with host, Bill Hoebee. Free to attend. Win prizes! Sponsored by Pilar Rum and Bombara Vodka.
Multiple Dates
Thu, Jan 15
Key West Chick Fest
Key West
Jan 15, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Join us for the "Southernmost Female Songwriter Showcase," hosted by country-western musician, Erica Sunshine Lee. Experience some of the finest female musicians in our very own Backyard Bar!
Multiple Dates
Fri, Jan 16
Bill Steely
Key West
Jan 16, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Musician Bill Steely brings his country / rock / Americana vibes to the Backyard Bar.
Multiple Dates
Fri, Jan 16
The Fabulous Spectrelles @ the Karaoke Lounge
Key West
Jan 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
The Fabulous Spectrelles Revue is a tribute to the great groups of the 50's and 60's Doo-Wop and Motown. They are Key West's longest running show at 43 years are now regular, in-house guests at The EmPOURium!
Multiple Dates
Fri, Jan 16
Key West Chick Fest
Key West
Jan 16, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Join us for the "Southernmost Female Songwriter Showcase," hosted by country-western musician, Erica Sunshine Lee. Experience some of the finest female musicians in our very own Backyard Bar!
Multiple Dates
Sat, Jan 17
Key West Chick Fest
Key West
Jan 17, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Join us for the "Southernmost Female Songwriter Showcase," hosted by country-western musician, Erica Sunshine Lee. Experience some of the finest female musicians in our very own Backyard Bar!
Multiple Dates
Sun, Jan 18
Key West Chick Fest
Key West
Jan 18, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Join us for the "Southernmost Female Songwriter Showcase," hosted by country-western musician, Erica Sunshine Lee. Experience some of the finest female musicians in our very own Backyard Bar!
Multiple Dates
Mon, Jan 19
Colton Gleghorn
Key West EmPOURium
Jan 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Key West EmPOURium, 618 Duval Street, Key West, Florida
Colton Gleghorn brings his country-rock sounds and original lyrics to the Backyard Bar!
Multiple Dates
Tue, Jan 20
Aaron & Rogue
Key West
Jan 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Guitar and percussion duo, Aaron & Rogue, join us for upbeat island vibes!
Multiple Dates
Wed, Jan 21
Lance Taylor
Key West
Jan 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
A walking one man band, playing multiple instruments himself, enjoy Lance Taylor's folk, blues, and soft rock vibes.