A mermaid sits in the foreground beside tropical foliage, while a pirate ship sails under a large moon and palm trees in the background.

Key West Botanical Garden Society Inc

LXCL:Your ticket includes:• An adult scavenger hunt through the Garden • Rum tasting • Light bites • Beer and wine • Themed cocktails • Pirate and mermaid costume contest with prizesThis event is for guests ages 21 and older.

Early Bird

LXCL:Your ticket includes:• An adult scavenger hunt through the Garden • Rum tasting • Light bites • Beer and wine • Themed cocktails • Pirate and mermaid costume contest with prizes21+ EventThis event is for guests ages 21 and older.

General Admission

At the Door

Ahoy, pirates and mermaids! Gather your crew and prepare to Get Shipwrecked at the Garden! Join us for the Pirates &amp; Mermaids Rum Chase on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. The Key West Tropical Forest &amp; Botanical Garden will be transformed into a tropical adventure filled with delicious drinks, hidden clues, creative costumes, and plenty of pirate mischief. Your ticket includes:&bull; An adult scavenger hunt through the Garden &bull; Rum tasting &bull; Light bites &bull; Beer and wine &bull; Themed cocktails &bull; Pirate and mermaid costume contest with prizes Come dressed as a daring pirate, an enchanting mermaid, or your favorite seafaring character for the chance to win a prize and take home costume contest bragging rights. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. TICKET PRICINGThis event is for guests ages 21 and older. Early Bird: $49 through October 31 General Admission: $65 from November 1 through November 19 At the Door: $75 on November 21 Space is limited, so grab your tickets before this ship sails, or you will have to part with more of your booty at the door! Online ticket sales close at the end of the day on November 19. Tickets may be purchased at the event for $75, subject to availability. LOCATIONKey West Tropical Forest &amp; Botanical Garden 5210 College Road Key West, Florida 33040 Proceeds from the Pirates &amp; Mermaids Rum Chase will support the Garden&rsquo;s mission to preserve and protect our fragile ecosystem, provide meaningful environmental education, and inspire the next generation of environmentally conscious citizens. Your participation will also help support the development of our new Education Building, a dedicated space where students, families, and community members can learn, explore, and connect with the natural world.

Ahoy, pirates and mermaids! Gather your crew and prepare to Get Shipwrecked at the Garden! Join us for the Pirates &amp; Mermaids Rum Chase on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. The Key West Tropical Forest &amp; Botanical Garden will be transformed into a tropical adventure filled with delicious drinks, hidden clues, creative costumes, and plenty of pirate mischief. Your ticket includes:• An adult scavenger hunt through the Garden • Rum tasting • Light bites • Beer and wine • Themed cocktails • Pirate and mermaid costume contest with prizes Come dressed as a daring pirate, an enchanting mermaid, or your favorite seafaring character for the chance to win a prize and take home costume contest bragging rights. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. TICKET PRICINGThis event is for guests ages 21 and older. Early Bird: $49 through October 31 General Admission: $65 from November 1 through November 19 At the Door: $75 on November 21 Space is limited, so grab your tickets before this ship sails, or you will have to part with more of your booty at the door! Online ticket sales close at the end of the day on November 19. Tickets may be purchased at the event for $75, subject to availability. LOCATIONKey West Tropical Forest &amp; Botanical Garden 5210 College Road Key West, Florida 33040 Proceeds from the Pirates &amp; Mermaids Rum Chase will support the Garden’s mission to preserve and protect our fragile ecosystem, provide meaningful environmental education, and inspire the next generation of environmentally conscious citizens. Your participation will also help support the development of our new Education Building, a dedicated space where students, families, and community members can learn, explore, and connect with the natural world.

Key West Botanical Garden Society Inc

Pirates & Mermaids Rum Chase

5210 College Rd

Early Bird

$49

General Admission

$65

At the Door

$75

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