More than 50,000 headed south to Key West for Fantasy Fest 2007. With a theme of Gnomes, Toads, and White Rabbit Tea Parties, the 10-day festival, hosted by the Key West Tourist Development Association, sent locals and tourists alike down a rabbit hole of fantasy that would even make Alice jealous.
An artist from Second Skin Miami created an airbrushed portrait for an excited guest.
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An artist from Second Skin Miami created an airbrushed portrait for an excited guest.
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During the Captain Morgan Parade on Saturday, October 27, an ensemble re-enacted a scene from King Kong, substituting the giant ape for Key West's signature rooster.
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To protest global warming, a reproduction of an oil well pump by Lazy Dog Adventures (an adventure club based in Key West) was one of many floats in day nine's Captain Morgan Parade.
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In keeping with this year's theme, Susann D' Antonio of Key West maneuvered her giant toad and Queen of Hearts costume down Duval Street.
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With Cuba just 90 miles south, some partygoers portrayed dictators and revolutionaries including president Fidel Castro.
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A group of adults costumed as ballerinas participated in the Fantasy Fest Masquerade March on October 26, proving that dressing up for Halloween isn't just for children.
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