Live Music.

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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, Apr 15
Line Dancing Class
Key West
Apr 15, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Dust off yer boots and learn to line dance every Wednesday from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. FREE.
Multiple Dates
Thu, Apr 16
Mac Calhoun
Key West
Apr 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Guitarist and singer, Mac Calhoun, brings his tropical rock, acoustic sounds to the EmPOURium!
Multiple Dates
Thu, Apr 16
Jackpot Trivia in the Karaoke Lounge
Key West
Apr 16, 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
Fri, Apr 17
The Fabulous Spectrelles @ the Karaoke Lounge
Key West
Apr 17, 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!
Fri, Apr 17
Marshall Morlock Band
Key West
Apr 17, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Get rockin' with Marshall Morlock and his high-octane, all-star band.
Sat, Apr 18
Marshall Morlock Band
Key West
Apr 18, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Get rockin' with Marshall Morlock and his high-octane, all-star band.
Multiple Dates
Sun, Apr 19
The Newtons
Key West
Apr 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
The multi-talented Newton family bring their soulful, jazzy piano and guitar tunes to the Backyard Bar.
Multiple Dates
Mon, Apr 20
Colton Gleghorn
Key West EmPOURium
Apr 20, 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, Apr 21
Aaron & Rogue
Key West
Apr 21, 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!
Wed, Apr 22
Hot Havana Nights
Key West
Apr 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
This all female group is directed by Latin Grammy Award nominee Paula Zueleta & voted "Best Latin Band" in Miami. Enjoy a Cuban dinner & dance to great Latin hits. Find your authentic Cuban treasure at our silent auction. Get tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/yxun23ks
Multiple Dates
Thu, Apr 23
Mac Calhoun
Key West
Apr 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Guitarist and singer, Mac Calhoun, brings his tropical rock, acoustic sounds to the EmPOURium!
Multiple Dates
Thu, Apr 23
Jackpot Trivia in the Karaoke Lounge
Key West
Apr 23, 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.