REEF Fest

REEF Fest 2024 Schedule

Wednesday, October 16
Morning & afternoon -- no scheduled events
4:00-7:00 pm -- REEF Sustainers Gathering - Invitation Only - More details will be emailed to Sustainers (Click here for info about becoming a REEF Sustainer)

Thursday, October 17
Morning -- Diving and Snorkeling with REEF Fest partners
4:30-6:30 pm -- Open House at REEF Campus (98300 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037)

Friday, October 18
Morning -- Diving, Snorkeling, and Kayaking with REEF Fest partners
2:00 pm -- Doors open for pre-seminar socializing, coffee/tea, and light snacks at Murray Nelson Government Center (102050 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037)
2:30-5:00 pm -- Ocean Seminars, followed by Remembering Paul Humann
5:00-6:00 pm -- REEF Fest Happy Hour Social
6:00-7:00 pm -- Evening Ocean Seminar

Saturday, October 19
Morning -- Diving, Snorkeling, and Kayaking with REEF Fest partners
2:00 pm -- Doors open for pre-seminar socializing, coffee/tea, and light snacks at Murray Nelson Government Center (102050 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037)
2:30-4:00 pm -- Ocean Seminars
5:00-8:30 pm -- For the Love of the Sea Celebration at bayside property next to Quiescence Diving Services (103674 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037)

Sunday, October 20
9:30 am -- Coffee and pastries at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park - meet outside visitors center (102601 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037
10:00 am -- Walking Tour at Pennekamp
Please see the Conservation Activities page for more ideas and suggestions for self-guided activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I participate in REEF Fest?

All are invited to attend REEF Fest. Most events are free, but pre-registration is requested. Online registration is coming soon. When completing your online registration form, you may also choose to purchase tickets to the 'For the Love of the Sea' Celebration and/or book spaces for diving, snorkeling, and kayaking.

REEF Marine Conservation Intern Alumni who attend REEF Fest will receive a complimentary ticket to For the Love of the Sea Celebration. Are you a former REEF Marine Conservation Intern interested in attending REEF Fest? If so, please register online and contact Mead Krowka at mead@REEF.org to request your ticket to For the Love of the Sea.

What is the cancellation policy for purchases, including diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and For the Love of the Sea tickets?

Due to the nature of REEF Fest and the large number of guests who attend, no refunds are available for cancellation or no shows. All dive, snorkel and kayak trips are subject to change based on weather and other conditions. You will receive a full refund for the dive cost if the operator cancels that day's trip, however, we are not able to offer refunds for REEF Fest diving/snorkeling or kayaking under any other circumstance. There are no refunds for For the Love of the Sea tickets unless the event does not take place.

What if I need rental gear for diving?

Please contact the dive shop to make arrangements for rental gear. All costs for rental gear will be paid directly to the dive shop. Tanks and weights are included in the cost of the dive trip and do not need to be reserved in advance. 

I purchased tickets to For The Love of the Sea Celebration. When will I receive my tickets?

There are no physical tickets for the event. Your name will be on the list at the door.

Can I view the seminars virtually?

For those who are not able to attend in person, REEF Fest seminars will be livestreamed on the REEF Facebook page and YouTube channel.

Still have questions?

You may contact us by emailing events@REEF.org or calling the REEF office at 305-852-0030.

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