12/2/2025 6:00pm EST
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037

Join us for a festive Holiday Craft Night!

All ages are welcome, and no experience is needed—just bring your creativity and holiday spirit!

$10 suggested donation to cover the cost of materials

12/3/2025 8:00pm EST
Dr. Alli Candelmo

Join REEF Director of Conservation Science Dr. Alli Candelmo for an exciting update on current REEF research projects, including Grouper Spotter and SMILE (Size Matters: Innovative Length Estimates).

Photo by Tom Sparke

General / Other Taxa
Southern Cross Club, Little Cayman
Fish Survey
Tropical Western Atlantic
12/6/2025 to 12/13/2025
Janna Nichols, REEF Citizen Science Program Manager

At just 10 square miles, Little Cayman remains true to what a Caribbean Island should be. The Island was mostly uninhabited and rarely visited until the mid-19th century and to this day continues to have limited development.

male shared available - Please email trips@REEF.org for more details
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Cozumel, Mexico
Fish Survey
Tropical Western Atlantic
12/6/2025 to 12/13/2025
Tracey Griffin, Cozumel Naturalist and Expert REEF Surveyor

Our annual Cozumel trip is known for its many unique fish finds, including the Cozumel-endemic Splendid Toadfish as well as high concentrations of other interesting species like Cherubfish, Blackcap Basslets, and Sargassum Triggerfish.

Sold out - please contact trips@REEF.org to be added to waitlist
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12/6/2025 1:00pm to 4:00pm EST
Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037

Join ceramic artist Sonata of Sonata Mosaics for a hands-on community art workshop! Participants of all ages are invited to create their own mosaic piece, which will become part of a collaborative artwork displayed at The Ocean Inspires art exhibit at the Ocean Exploration Center in February. This free event is open to everyone - come get creative with us!

Florida Keys Brewing Company - 81611 Old Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036
12/8/2025 7:00pm EST

Join REEF in kicking off the holiday season with beer and holiday cheer at Florida Keys Brewing Co. for the 4th Annual Merry Fishmas Trivia Night!

Trivia is free to play and prizes will be awarded to top-scoring teams

Free and open to all!
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037
12/9/2025 6:00pm to 8:00pm EST

Join the REEF team for our annual get-together to celebrate the holidays. Light refreshments and beverages will be served.

12/9/2025 6:15pm EST
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037

Join the REEF team for our annual get-together to celebrate the holidays with light snacks, refreshments, and festive fun. 

12/16/2025 6:00pm EST
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037

Celebrate the accomplishments of our Fall 2025 Marine Education & Conservation Interns with us at the Intern Showcase and Celebration! Featuring presentations by each intern highlighting their projects, insights, and contributions from the semester.

All are welcome to attend, light snacks will be provided! This event will be livestreamed. 

Location and Dates TBD
1/1/2026 9:30am EST

The 2025 Florida Keys Lionfish Collection & Handling Workshop is Opening Soon! 

 

Pre-registration is required! You must complete the registration form linked above and pay your $40.00 refundable deposit to secure a space on the charter.

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