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.
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!
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
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!
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!
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.
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
See local accommodation options available in the Marathon area.
Heroes Salute Tribute Weekend 2024 is brought to you by Hawks Cay Resort and the Monroe County Tourist Development Council
