April 30, 2020

April 4th | Kinetic Sculpture & Art Bike Parade 2020

Here we go again, talking about a fun, festive event in Key West! Get ready to take part in and cheer on this colorful, creative human-powered art sculpture parade! You've heard it before, one man's junk is another man's treasure. This parade features colorful sculptural floats, tricycles with quirky, colorful costumed riders, fantastically decorated bicycles, and other moving works of art. Join the celebration and follow the route along the length of Key West's Duval Street. Parade Route and Information

Schedule
10 AM - 12 PM: Parade line up, starting between Margaritaville and the
Custom House, the procession will extend down to the waterfront. (Parade participants will receive more details and given a number upon their arrival at the Custom House. The official lineup will be finalized on parade day.)

11 AM: Parade preview.

12 PM: Parade leaves.

12:30 PM - 3 PM: Papio Parade After Party at Duval Street Pocket Park!

1:30 PM: Awards Ceremony at the Duval Street Pocket Park.

Learn more about the Papio Kinetic Sculpture Parade

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