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Aug 1st - Dec 25th

Hawks Cay Resort
61 Hawks Cay Boulevard (MM 61)
Duck Key, Florida 33050

For your service and sacrifice,

WE HONOR AND
SALUTE YOU

Now in its 16th year, the Florida Keys Heroes Tribute Weekend is our way of saying thank you to the men and women who serve our Nation. Join us for a family-friendly weekend full of events and activities celebrating their service.

Get the family and friends together for a one-of-a-kind weekend in Marathon, Florida - the boating, fishing and family fun capital of the Florida Keys. From Friday, August 30th – Sunday, September 1st, Hawks Cay Resort is hosting their annual Heroes Salute Weekend, three full days of patriotic fun, moving tributes, All-American fireworks, and the chance to show your appreciation to our brave men and women of service.

A group of people is gathered for an outdoor event by a pool, surrounded by palm trees and buildings, seemingly at a resort during the day.
A group of uniformed individuals carrying the American flag marches past a screen displaying the word
A group of people is gathered for an outdoor event by a pool, surrounded by palm trees and buildings, seemingly at a resort during the day.
A group of uniformed individuals carrying the American flag marches past a screen displaying the word

The Florida Keys Heroes Tribute Weekend is one of the most anticipated events of the summer. Make your plans today to join us for this very special event!

 Itinerary

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  • Friday, August 30th

    2:00pm - 3:00pm Main Pool Party
    4:00pm - 6:00pm 5K Run and Walk, Early Packet Pickup - Main Lobby
    7:00pm - 9:00pm Jazz Night at 61 Prime Lounge, Hawks Cay Resort
    7:00pm - 10:00pm Rock The Dock at Angler & Ale, with Live Music by Jay Valor

  • Saturday, August 31st

    7:00am Hero’s 5K - Start & Finish line at Angler & Ale's Parking Lot

    The Annual Heroes Salute race kicks off at 7:00am at Angler & Ale, with registration starting at 6:30am in the Angler & Ale parking lot. Racers are welcomed to pick up packets early on Friday, August 30th, from 4:00pm - 6:00pm in the Hawks Cay Lobby. The Heroes 5K Run/Walk is open to all Hawks Cay guests, local residents, and visitors to the Florida Keys. After the race, join us for a fun Touch a Truck event in the Angler & Ale parking lot from 8:00pm to 10:00am!

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    11:00am - 1:00pm Cornhole Tournament, Coral Cay
    2:00pm - 3:00pm Super Soaker Showdown, Coral Cay Lagoon
    5:00pm - 10:00pm Hero’s Salute, Main Resort Pool
    5:00pm - 7:30pm Live Entertainment by Local Entertainers, Main Resort Pool
    7:30pm - 8:00pm Hero’s Tribute, Main Resort Pool

    Special presenting guests from Coast Guard Honor Guard, regional and service dignitaries and representatives from Firehouse Subs. Past Heroes Salute special guests have included a NASA astronaut, US Congressmen.

    8:00pm - 10:00pm Live Concert by Jay Valor Band, Main Resort Pool

    10:00pm Fireworks Show on the Atlantic Ocean

    Fireworks Extravaganza! What better way to end a fantastic Heroes Salute Tribute Weekend than watching a patriotic fireworks display over the Atlantic Ocean with the family. Pro Tip: Great viewing areas can be found near the lagoon!

  • Sunday, September 1st

    11:00am - 12:00pm Poolside Bingo, Coral Cay
    1:00pm - 2:00pm Watermelon Eating Contest, Coral Cay
    7:00pm - 9:00pm Jazz Night in 61 Prime Lounge, Main Resort
    7:00pm - 10:00pm Live Music with Austin James, Main Resort Pool

    While you're here, enjoy everything from snorkel and SCUBA packages to dolphin encounters right outside your door. Whether you dream of reeling in the catch of a lifetime on one of our Florida Keys fishing charters, swimming with a dolphin, diving among living coral reefs or paddling to secluded tropical islands—find it all on your Florida Keys vacation at Hawks Cay.

  • Monday, September 2nd

    11:00am - 12:00pm Poolside Bingo, Coral Cay
    2:00pm - 3:00pm Pool Party, Main Resort Pool
    7:00pm - 10:00pm Live Music, Firepit at Oasis Cay

HEROES SALUTE RATE

Current and former Military, fire and rescue, law enforcement, and medical personnel enjoy a special rate and so much more between August 1 and December 25, 2024.

Rates from just $179 per night

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Subject to blackout dates, including November 3-7, 11-14, 27-29.

HEROES SUPPORTERS RATE

We believe those that support our Heroes deserve recognition as well! All civilians can receive 15% off between August 1 and December 25, 2024 by donating $5 or more to Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.

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Donate Now for up to 15% Off!

HEROES SALUTE ANNUAL EVENT

August 1 - December 25, 2024

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Heroes Salute Tribute Weekend 2024 is brought to you by Hawks Cay Resort and the Monroe County Tourist Development Council