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Just a Few Friends: A Four-Day Tribute to Jimmy Buffett's Legacy in Key West

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A four-day celebration is set to take place in Key West, Florida, over Labor Day Weekend, honoring the legacy of Jimmy Buffett. The event, titled Just a Few Friends: Key West, has been organized by Paul Menta and will feature music, parades, and island experiences that reflect the singer-songwriter's stories and connection to the island. The festival aims to immerse attendees in the island's culture, history, and way of life, making it a celebration of a state of mind that Buffett's music embodied. Proceeds from the festival will support local charities, giving back to the community that inspired Buffett's music.

Key Takeaways:

  • The festival, Just a Few Friends: Key West, is a four-day tribute to Jimmy Buffett's legacy, taking place over Labor Day Weekend from August 29 to September 1, 2025.
  • The event is organized by Paul Menta and will feature music, parades, and island experiences that reflect Buffett's stories and connection to Key West.
  • The festival will include the Second Line Memorial Parade on Sunday, which will end at Truman Waterfront Park for a free "Party in the Park" concert featuring Coral Reef Band vocalist Nadirah Shakoor.
  • Evening concerts throughout the weekend will feature performances by Roger Bartlett & the Nautical Wheelers and Buffett's "Bubbles Up" co-writer Will Kimbrough.
  • Attendees will have the opportunity to experience Key West itself, including historic watering holes, sunset sails, walking tours of the places that defined Buffett's tropical storytelling style, and lively food and cocktail events.
  • Proceeds from the festival will support local charities, giving back to the island community that inspired Buffett's music.
  • The event is not affiliated with or endorsed by Jimmy Buffett's Estate or Margaritaville Enterprises.

Statistics:

  • The festival will take place over four days, from August 29 to September 1, 2025.
  • The event is being organized by Paul Menta.
  • The Second Line Memorial Parade will take place on Sunday, with the "Party in the Park" concert featuring Nadirah Shakoor and Buffett's musical friends.
  • Evening concerts throughout the weekend will feature performances by Roger Bartlett & the Nautical Wheelers and Will Kimbrough.
  • Proceeds from the festival will support local charities in Key West.

Sources:

PRNewswire, July 31, 2025

SOURCE Just a Few Friends, Key West LLC

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