Live Music.

Cold Drinks.

Good times.

Live Music

Featuring local and traveling bands from around the world, The EmPOURum's Backyard Bar hosts a variety of musicians for a rockin' good time.

Check out our calendar for more information.

Sports TVs

With twenty-two televisions around The EmPOURium, you'll always find a seat to watch your favorite game.

Plus, our big screen projector in The Backyard Bar is the best place to grab a drink, get loud, and cheer on your team.

Special Events

Magic shows. Line dancing. Film screenings. Q&As. Arts and crafts workshops. Community events and fundraisers.

The Backyard Bar welcomes all kinds of guests and events to its little slice of paradise.

Events Calendar

Multiple Dates
Tue, Jan 28
Mac Calhoun
Key West
Jan 28, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Singer / songwriter, Mac Calhoun, brings his folksy, acoustic, tropical rock to the EmPOURium!
Wed, Jan 29
Chick Fest w/ Erica Sunshine Lee
Key West
Jan 29, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Join us for brunch, mimosas, and female-focused live music!
Multiple Dates
Wed, Jan 29
Line Dancing Classes
Key West
Jan 29, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Dust off yer boots and learn to line dance every Wednesday from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. FREE.
Multiple Dates
Thu, Jan 30
Bill Steely
Key West
Jan 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Americana / country guitarist and vocalist, Bill Steely, joins us at the Backyard Bar.
Multiple Dates
Fri, Jan 31
Toko Irie
Key West
Jan 31, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Steel drummer and performer, Toko Irie, brings his reggae island vibes to the Backyard Bar!
Multiple Dates
Sat, Feb 01
Magic & Mentalism with Doc Mental: Legends of Key West
Key West
RSVP
Feb 01, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
TICKETS REQUIRED. Join world-renowned magician and mentalist, Doc Mental (aka Nick Tweedy), for a Key West themed, mind-blowing event every Saturday at 6 PM. All ages are welcome, over 13 recommended. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at: https://legends.eventbee.com.
Multiple Dates
Wed, Feb 05
Line Dancing Classes
Key West
Feb 05, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Dust off yer boots and learn to line dance every Wednesday from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. FREE.
Multiple Dates
Sat, Feb 08
Magic & Mentalism with Doc Mental: Legends of Key West
Key West
RSVP
Feb 08, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
TICKETS REQUIRED. Join world-renowned magician and mentalist, Doc Mental (aka Nick Tweedy), for a Key West themed, mind-blowing event every Saturday at 6 PM. All ages are welcome, over 13 recommended. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at: https://legends.eventbee.com.
Multiple Dates
Wed, Feb 12
Line Dancing Classes
Key West
Feb 12, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Dust off yer boots and learn to line dance every Wednesday from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. FREE.
Multiple Dates
Sat, Feb 15
Magic & Mentalism with Doc Mental: Legends of Key West
Key West
RSVP
Feb 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
TICKETS REQUIRED. Join world-renowned magician and mentalist, Doc Mental (aka Nick Tweedy), for a Key West themed, mind-blowing event every Saturday at 6 PM. All ages are welcome, over 13 recommended. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at: https://legends.eventbee.com.
Multiple Dates
Wed, Feb 19
Line Dancing Classes
Key West
Feb 19, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Dust off yer boots and learn to line dance every Wednesday from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. FREE.
Multiple Dates
Sat, Feb 22
Magic & Mentalism with Doc Mental: Legends of Key West
Key West
RSVP
Feb 22, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Key West, 618 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
TICKETS REQUIRED. Join world-renowned magician and mentalist, Doc Mental (aka Nick Tweedy), for a Key West themed, mind-blowing event every Saturday at 6 PM. All ages are welcome, over 13 recommended. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at: https://legends.eventbee.com.

Info & Hours

618 Duval St.
Key West, FL, 33040

Tel. 305-395-0213

Kaya Island Eats

Mon-Thurs: 11 AM - 10 PM

Friday: 11 AM - 10:30 PM

Saturday: 8 AM - 10:30 PM

Sunday: 8 AM - 10 PM

Karaoke Lounge

Mon-Sun: 8 PM - 1 AM

Backyard Bar

Mon-Sun: 5 PM - 11 PM

Our Backyard is your backyard.

The Backyard Bar at The Key West EmPOURium is a tropical oasis just inches off Duval St. With weekly live music, special events, and plenty of covered space to kick off your shoes and relax, it's the perfect destination for drinking, dancing, singing, and all around frivolity. Welcome to the largest bar in Key West, y'all!

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