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10/20/2026

🧟‍♂️🚴‍♀️ THE ZOMBIES TOOK OVER KEY WEST! 🌴💀

Only in the Florida Keys can thousands of zombies take over the streets on bicycles! 😂

The legendary Key West Zombie Bike Ride returned on October 18th, bringing creepy costumes, incredible makeup, spooky sights, and plenty of that one-of-a-kind Key West energy!

From Fort East Martello to the famous Duval Street, the undead came out in full force to kick off the Fantasy Fest fun! 🎃🍹

🌴 This is what we love about life in the Florida Keys — unforgettable traditions, colorful characters, and a community that knows how to have fun!

🧟‍♀️ Did you join the zombie invasion or catch the madness from the sidelines? Tell us below! 👇

📍 Key West, Florida

Thank you Hεαтнεя Jαшσяƨκı and Nick Doll for the wonderfully scary photos!

10/14/2026

🎃🌴 Halloween in the Florida Keys is getting SPOOKTACULAR! 👻☀️

Who needs haunted houses when you’ve got haunted lagoons, tropical tricks, and island-style treats? Halloween in the Keys is unlike anywhere else! 🌊🦇

From Key Largo to Key West, there’s something for everyone this October!

🎭 Fantasy Fest | Key West | Oct. 16–25
Ten days of outrageous costumes, lively parties, and the famous Fantasy Fest Parade!

🎃 Screamin’ Green Halloween | Key West | Oct. 24
Family-friendly fun, trick-or-treating, and costume contests at the Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden!

🍬 Trunk or Treat | Islamorada | Oct. 24
Bring the little ghosts and goblins to Founders Park for candy, costumes, and family fun!

🐢 MarineLab’s Haunted Lagoon | Key Largo | Oct. 24
A one-of-a-kind Halloween adventure featuring spooky science, games, and underwater surprises!

🐠 REEF Spooky Fish Bingo | Key Largo | Oct. 27
A fun Halloween twist on bingo, complete with a costume contest!

Whether you’re a longtime local, a new resident, or just visiting paradise, there’s no better place to celebrate spooky season than the Florida Keys! 🌴🧡

👻 Which event are YOU most excited about? Tell us in the comments, and tag someone who loves Halloween!

📍 Follow Florida Keys Guide for more local events, hidden gems, and everything that makes life in the Florida Keys special!

Event details are subject to change. Check with organizers for the latest information.

10/13/2026

🌴 WELCOME NEW PREFERRED PARTNER!

We’re excited to welcome Keys Pro Surfacing to the BeLOCAL The Keys family! 🎉

From transforming garage floors with beautiful, durable epoxy finishes to restoring seawalls and resurfacing pool decks, Keys Pro Surfacing helps Florida Keys homeowners protect, enhance, and refresh their properties.

Their services include:
🔹 Epoxy Flooring
🔹 Seawall Restoration
🔹 Pool Deck Resurfacing
🔹 Pressure Cleaning
🔹 Paver Sealing

🏡 Whether you’re new to the Keys or have called one of our islands paradise home for years, Keys Pro Surfacing is ready to help with your next home improvement project!

🌐 www.keyprosurfacing.com

📞 786.894.7607

Please join us in welcoming them to our growing networkof trusted local businesses! 🌊☀️

10/09/2026

When the boxes are finally unpacked and the moving tape is cleared away, the real adventure begins: turning a new address into your hometown. 🏠✨

That’s where BeLocal comes in. Think of us as your insider guide written by the locals who know this community best. From the best hidden-gem coffee spots and family-friendly parks to trusted local businesses you can count on, we help you skip the trial-and-error and start living like a local from day one.

Welcome to the neighborhood 👋

10/07/2026

10/06/2026

October is here, and so are some of the latest BeLocal covers! 🍂

Every BeLocal is filled with the people, places, and local businesses that make a community feel like home. These covers are just the thing to entice new movers to flip through and enjoy the local stories and personalities featured within our issues.

Take a look at a few of our September covers worth spotlighting and see what’s happening in BeLocal communities across the country!

BeLocal Las Cruces | BeLocal Summerlin | Belocal Parker

10/05/2026

10/02/2026

Connect with Your Ideal Clients

10/02/2026

Cozy up with a BeLocal or two. 📖

With BeLocal publications across the country, there’s a good chance you can find one in your area.

Not a new mover? That’s okay! You can still explore BeLocal and discover local recommendations, businesses, and things to do in your community. Every BeLocal is available to read virtually on our website.

Head to the link below, visit the Locations page, and find a BeLocal near you. 🏡

https://www.belocalpub.com/locations/

10/01/2026

WHAT’S INSIDE BELOCAL?

The Local Tips You'll Use
Recommendations to help you get settled faster.

The Businesses You’ll Need
Trusted local providers, all in one place.

The Places You’ll Want to Explore
Top attractions and local favorites worth knowing about.

09/29/2026

One of the best parts about visiting Olive Morada in Islamorada? You don’t have to guess which flavor you’ll love. You can taste first! 🫒✨

With more than 40 olive oils and balsamics available to sample, the flavor combinations are endless.

🍊 Blood Orange Olive Oil + Dark Chocolate Balsamic
🧄 Garlic Olive Oil + Fig Balsamic
…and plenty of unexpected pairings you may never think to try until you taste them together.

Stop in, sample a few favorites, and discover your perfect pairing.

📍 82245 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL

👉🏻 Olive Morada Olive Oil & Gifts

🌴 Another great local find from BeLOCAL The Keys.

09/29/2026

Inspiration is better when you can actually hold it in your hands.

BeLocal is your guide to the people, places, and businesses that make your new community feel a little more like home.

Grab a copy. Flip through it. Get inspired to visit your next favorite local spot.

09/24/2026

New movers are looking for you!

Their first year in a new community comes with a long list of decisions about who to trust, where to go, and who to call. And for businesses in these categories, that means a major opportunity to become their go-to.

If your business serves new residents, BeLOCAL puts your brand in front of them when they’re actively building their new life.

Want to be the business they discover first? Let’s talk about becoming a local resource with BeLOCAL The Keys.

09/22/2026

🎉 Welcome New Partner: Hitchcock Law Group! ⚖️

We’re excited to welcome Hitchcock Law Group as a new BeLOCAL The Keys Preferred Partner!

Moving to the Florida Keys often comes with important life changes, and having trusted local professionals to turn to can make all the difference. Hitchcock Law Group helps individuals and families plan for the future, protect their loved ones, and navigate important legal matters.

Their services include:
• Estate Planning
• Medicaid Planning
• Probate
• Social Security Disability (SSDI)
• Guardianship
• Special Needs Trusts

Whether you’re new to the Keys, updating your estate plan, caring for a family member, or simply planning ahead, Hitchcock Law Group is a valuable local resource to have on your side.

Please join us in welcoming Hitchcock Law Group to the BeLOCAL The Keys family! 🌴

👉🏻 Hitchcock Law Group

📞 727.223.3644

📍 302 Southard St. Key West

🌎 www.Hitchcock lawyer.com

09/14/2026

Fall in love with a never ending summer this fall...✨

🌴 Island luxury meets laid-back Keys living at Cheeca Lodge & Spa in Islamorada. From oceanfront views and tropical breezes to world-class dining, fishing, golf, and relaxation, it’s easy to see why this iconic resort is a Florida Keys favorite. 🌊☀️

Be sure to check out Morada Bay Beach Cafe!

👉🏻 Cheeca Lodge & Spa, Islamorada

📍 81801 Overseas Hwy
Islamorada, Florida Keys

09/10/2026

Cheers to happy hour in the Florida Keys! 🍹

From waterfront cocktails in Key Largo to legendary local hangouts in Key West, there’s no shortage of great places to unwind, grab a bite, and enjoy a Keys-style happy hour.

Featured in our latest BeLOCAL The Keys Happy Hour guide:

🍻 Snooks Bayside Restaurant & Grand Tiki Bar
Snook’s Bayside — Key Largo

🍹 Hog Heaven
Hog Heaven Bar & Grill — Islamorada

🥩 Florida Keys Steak and Lobster
FL Keys Steak & Lobster House — Marathon

⚓ Pier House Resort & Spa | Key West
Chart Room Bar at Pier House Resort — Key West

🦪 Pepe’s Café | Key West Eatery & Bar
Pepe’s Cafe — Old Town Key West

🎤 Bobby’s Monkey Bar — Key West

Whether you’re new to the Keys or just looking for a new favorite spot, save this post for your next afternoon out!

Be sure to tag your favorites!

09/04/2026

🇺🇸🌴 Happy Labor Day Weekend from BeLOCAL The Keys! 🌴🇺🇸

If you’re spending the long weekend in the Florida Keys, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy a few extra days in paradise.

☀️ Get out on the water — go boating, fishing, snorkeling, diving, kayaking or paddle-boarding.

🏖️ Spend some time at the beach — pack a cooler, grab the chairs, and enjoy the sunshine.

🍤 Eat & drink local — stop by one of our locally owned restaurants, tiki bars, or waterfront favorites for fresh seafood and island-inspired food.

🛍️ Shop local — explore the boutiques, galleries, and small businesses that make each part of the Keys unique, from Key Largo to Key West.

🐠 Explore somewhere new — visit a state park, find a new snorkeling spot, take a scenic drive across the Seven Mile Bridge or check out one of the many attractions throughout the islands.

🌅 End the day with a Keys sunset — from the water, a waterfront restaurant, or your favorite local spot.

However you spend the weekend, remember to BeLOCAL, support the businesses that support our island communities, and enjoy everything that makes the Florida Keys such a special place to call home.

Have a safe and relaxing Labor Day Weekend. ❤️🤍💙

09/03/2026

We’re excited to welcome back Reel Impact Marina as a Preferred Partner of BeLOCAL The Keys! ⚓🌴

Please join us by following them!
👉🏻 Reel Impact Marina

Reel Impact Marina first joined the BeLOCAL The Keys family in October 2025, and we’re proud to announce that they’ve renewed their advertising campaign for another year!

Our Preferred Partners help make BeLOCAL possible while giving the thousands of new residents moving to the Florida Keys a trusted resource for discovering outstanding local businesses and services.

A big THANK YOU for continuing to believe in what we’re building and for trusting BeLOCAL The Keys to help keep their name in front of newcomers throughout the Keys.

We appreciate your partnership and look forward to another great year together! 🌊⚓

📞 305.741.7161

📍24326 Overseas Hwy Summerland Key

🌎 www.reelimpactmarina.com
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