How Key West Lobsterfest Became Florida’s Premiere Crustacean Celebration

Every August, while the rest of Florida retreats to air conditioning, breezy Key West is gearing up for one of its signature events: Key West Lobsterfest. The four-day event includes a street fair, concerts, pool parties and of course lobster dishes galore. This year’s festival is Aug. 10-13, 2023, at venues across Key West.Erik Adams is show manager for Lobsterfest. He chatted with Dalia about the festival’s origins, what to expect and what makes summer in Key West so special. He also explained the difference between Florida and New England lobster and offered suggestions for enjoying the delicacy.Related episodes:Dive into Florida’s Spiny Lobster SeasonBehind the Scenes of the Tampa Bay Collard Green FestivalHow Plant City Became the Winter Strawberry Capital of the WorldSpice Up Your Life with “Saucy Queen” Michele Northrup of the I Like It Hot! Festival