May 17, 2025

Looking for the ultimate Memorial Day Weekend getaway? The Marker Key West Harbor Resort is the place to be! Join us for the 1st Annual Salute to Service 5K Run/Walk and enjoy a weekend full of exciting events, including pool parties, live music, food and drink specials, and more.

As part of our Salute to Service Weekend, The Marker is proud to give back. We will donate to VFW Post 3911, supporting vital programs that assist service members during deployment, after discharge, and throughout their reintegration back home.

Your Guide to Memorial Day Weekend Festivities at The Marker

Saturday, May 24th: Pool Party & Packet Pickup

3:00 pm – 6:00 pm | Pool Party & Packet Pick Up
Start the weekend with fun and excitement at The Marker! Our Kickoff Pool Party from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm is the perfect way to get in the Memorial Day spirit.

4pm – 6pm Packet Pickup for the Salute to Service 5K
Live DJ Maya spinning great tunes
Drink Specials from Good Boy Vodka and 3 Daughters Brewing

Relax, grab your race packet, and get ready for the upcoming events while enjoying the poolside fun!

Sunday, May 25th: Salute to Service 5K Run/Walk & Pool Party

8:00 am – DJ Chris to Get the Race Started
DJ Chris spins tunes starting at 8:00 am, pumping up the crowd and setting the stage for the race start at 8:30 am.

8:30 am – 1st Annual Salute to Service 5K Run/Walk
Racers, take your mark! The race begins at 8:30 am at The Marker, winding through Old Town Key West, passing iconic landmarks like the Southernmost Point, and finishing back at the resort. It’s a scenic race through Key West’s most beautiful spots, all while supporting a great cause. View the Salute to Service 5K course map.

Registration Fee:
- $45 for participants
- $35 for military members
- Click here to sign up for the inaugural Salute to Service 5K Run/Walk.
Perks for Participants:
- The first 200 registrants will receive a free 5K T-shirt
- Finishers will receive the exclusive Salute to Service challenge coin
- A complimentary drink (Bloody Mary, mimosa, or Good Boy Vodka) at the post-race Rehab Pool Party

9:00 am – 11:30 am | Post-Race Celebration & Pool Party with DJ Chris

After the race, DJ Chris will keep the vibes going with entertainment, awards, and music at The Marker. Good Boy Vodka and 3 Daughters Brewing will be on-site. We’ll have Smash Burger Specials all day long, and Amy will keep the fun rolling with poolside games.

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Channel 4 Reggae Race Rehab Pool Party

As the celebration continues, join us for the Channel 3 Reggae Race Rehab Pool Party, featuring live reggae music and the perfect way to wrap up the day.

Monday, May 26th: Rehab Holiday Pool Party with DJ Maya

11:00 am – 3:00 pm | Rehab Holiday Pool Party
The fun doesn’t stop after race day! Join us on Monday for the Rehab Holiday Pool Party from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Enjoy Smash Burger and 3 Daughters Beer specials and DJ Maya’s tunes while you relax poolside and soak up the last bit of Memorial Day fun.

Salute to Service Special Resort Package

Did you know The Marker Key West Harbor Resort offers a Salute to Service Special Package year-round? Here’s what’s included:

Up to 25% off nightly room rates
Discounts at local favorites like Kilwins chocolates and ice cream, and Fury Water Adventures
Discount parking
Available to military personnel, first responders, and teachers (ID required at check-in)

Click here to learn more and book the Salute to Service Special Package.

Whether you're here for the 5K, the pool parties, or simply to enjoy the island life and Key West vibes, The Marker Key West Harbor Resort is the perfect place to spend your Memorial Day Weekend. #lovethemarker

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