10/17/2025
Now for rules and important information:
Public nudity: is absolutely prohibited in Key West. Male and female genitalia must not be exposed. Female breasts cannot be exposed. Breasts painted with body paint will only be considered as covered when in the Fantasy Zone. Body paint cannot be applied in public; it must be applied in an enclosed area, out of the public view. S*x acts in public are absolutely prohibited.
Fantasy Zone: Lower Duval Street to Truman Avenue and the streets that cross it. Those cross streets are only considered part of the Fantasy Zone between Whitehead and Simonton streets.
Backpacks and coolers: are strongly discouraged in the Fantasy Zone. If you do bring them, you may be asked to have it searched by an officer.
Masquerade March: On Friday, Oct. 24th, the Masquerade March leaves Frances Street at Petronia at 5 p.m. The cemetery will be closed starting at noon on Friday to respect families and avoid inappropriate photos. A second starting point is at White Street and Fleming. The march route meanders through Old Town and ends up on Duval Street. The streets are not closed along these routes so motorists can expect delays and are advised to take alternate routes. Revelers are reminded that nudity is absolutely prohibited during this event.
Street Closures: To accommodate the many street activities during the festival, several areas are closed during the week. Duval Street will be closed to accommodate the street fair and the parade on Saturday, October 25th.
The Truman Waterfront Park Splash Pad will be closed Saturday, October 25th to accommodate the Fantasy Fest Parade lineup. It will reopen on Sunday.
Fantasy Fest has a tradition of being a fun and peaceful party, and the City of Key West -- Government is looking forward to continuing that tradition. Normal full shifts plus multiple extra Key West Police Department Officers, in addition to MCSO - Florida Keys, MyFWC Florida Fish and Wildlife, Florida Highway Patrol FHP, Orange County Sheriff's Office, Florida Mounted unit, NAS Key West, Bureau of Alcohol, To***co, Fi****ms and Explosives and FBI - Miami will all be on hand to help ensure a safe and enjoyable event.