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, Oct 21
Fantasy Fest: Body Painting
Doc's on Duval
Oct 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Doc's on Duval, 708 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Get your body painted by the award-winning artists from Skin Wars. Visit our sister restaurant, Doc's on Duval (708 Duval St. - just a few steps away), for a walk-up appointment or call Cheryl to reserve: 336-692-3581.
Wed, Oct 21
Fantasy Fest: Party Like A Rockstar Event
Key West EmPOURium
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Oct 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Key West EmPOURium, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime night of music, energy, and pure rock ’n’ roll spirit at The Backyard Bar!
Multiple Dates
Wed, Oct 21
Line Dancing Class
Key West EmPOURium
Oct 21, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Key West EmPOURium, 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, Oct 22
Fantasy Fest: Body Painting
Doc's on Duval
Oct 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Doc's on Duval, 708 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Get your body painted by the award-winning artists from Skin Wars. Visit our sister restaurant, Doc's on Duval (708 Duval St. - just a few steps away), for a walk-up appointment or call Cheryl to reserve: 336-692-3581.
Multiple Dates
Thu, Oct 22
Mac Calhoun & Colton Gleghorn
Key West
Oct 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Guitarists and singers, Mac Calhoun and Colton Gleghorn, bring their tropical rock, acoustic sounds to the EmPOURium!
Multiple Dates
Thu, Oct 22
Jackpot Trivia in the Karaoke Lounge
Key West
Oct 22, 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, Oct 23
Fantasy Fest: Body Painting
Doc's on Duval
Oct 23, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Doc's on Duval, 708 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Get your body painted by the award-winning artists from Skin Wars. Visit our sister restaurant, Doc's on Duval (708 Duval St. - just a few steps away), for a walk-up appointment or call Cheryl to reserve: 336-692-3581.
Fri, Oct 23
Fantasy Fest: Pirate Party ~ Official Captain Morgan
Key West
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Oct 23, 2026, 6:30 PM – Oct 24, 2026, 1:00 AM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Join us at The Backyard Bar for a legendary night of rum, revelry, and high-seas mischief! This year’s pirate bash features nautical tunes and pirate shanties, a full-on costume contest, and a treasure chest of cash prizes. Music by Jeff Clark and his All Star Band. No cover charge.
Multiple Dates
Fri, Oct 23
The Fabulous Spectrelles @ the Karaoke Lounge
Key West
Oct 23, 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
Sat, Oct 24
Fantasy Fest: Body Painting
Doc's on Duval
Oct 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Doc's on Duval, 708 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Get your body painted by the award-winning artists from Skin Wars. Visit our sister restaurant, Doc's on Duval (708 Duval St. - just a few steps away), for a walk-up appointment or call Cheryl to reserve: 336-692-3581.
Sat, Oct 24
Polynesian Party with Casey Turner
Key West EmPOURium
Oct 24, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Key West EmPOURium, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Casey Turner brings “Jahwaiian” vibes for a live ukulele performance, accompanied by a $20 Polynesian lunch special!
Sat, Oct 24
Fantasy Fest: The Blue Party
Key West
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Oct 24, 2026, 8:00 PM – Oct 25, 2026, 1:00 AM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Dive into a sea of music, color, and ocean vibes at this year’s Blue Party! The theme is simple: the color blue and the magic of the ocean. Come dressed as your favorite creature of the sea, from mystical mermaids to deep-sea divers, and let the waves of creativity roll. No cover charge.