Helping To PROTECT, Preserve & Support Lovers Key State Park
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2026 Beauty and the Beach Gala
2026 Theme: Havana Nights
Location: Lovers Key State Park Welcome and Discovery Center
5:30-Midnight
February 21, 2026
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Welcome To Lovers Key State Park
Friends of Lovers Key (FOLK) is a nonprofit organization helping to protect, preserve and support Lovers Key State Park. Our incredible staff and volunteers have been working very hard to ensure the park and its amenities are safe and ready for you to visit. We are excited for you to visit our beautiful beach and make memories with your family and friends once again!
Upcoming Events
Each year, FOLK hosts many different types of events that directly support Lovers Key State Park.
These include:
- Educational walks with a park ranger
- Organized beach cleanups
- Our annual 5k Turtle Trot
- Our annual Friends of Lovers Key Gala
Take a look at our events calendar and find something that interests you!
Lovers Key Adopt-A-Nest Program
Lovers Key State Park protects numerous sea turtle nests along its shores each nesting season. The natural shoreline and dune beaches provide ideal habitats for these nests. However, human, animal intrusion and environmental impacts have posed challenges for these gentle sea giants, making survival a struggle. Our Rangers diligently monitor the park’s shoreline during nesting season, collaborating with experts statewide and nationwide to ensure nest protection. You can again join us in this effort in 2025!
FOLK Store
Shop our store to buy event tickets, make a donation or buy FOLK merch like mugs, shirts and more!
Become A FOLK Volunteer
You can play a vital role in the operations, activities, and special events that are supported by the Friends of Lovers Key.
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Programs, Events & More
Become A FOLK Member
Together, we can preserve our Florida coastal legacy and ensure that it is available for future generations.
Adopt-A-Nest Program
Lovers Key State Park protects numerous sea turtle nests along its shores each nesting season.
Upcoming Events
Each year, FOLK and other organizations manage events that raise funds to support Lovers Key State Park.
Summer Camp
Each Summer, FOLK organizes a summer camp for our youth to have fun while learning about Lovers Key State Park.
FOLK Store
Shop our store to buy event tickets, make a donation or buy FOLK merch like mugs, shirts and more!
Welcome & Discovery Center
Friends of Lovers Key and Florida Park Service have partnered to build the first visitor center in a state park in 20+ years!
Welcome & Discovery Center
Open Wednesday thru Saturday 10am-2pm
Friends of Lovers Key and the Florida Park Service have proudly partnered to build the first visitor center in a state park in over 20 years!
About Us
Friends of Lovers Key, Inc. (FOLK)
Friends of Lovers Key (FOLK) is a 501(c)(3), state sanctioned, citizen support organization (CSO) that directly supports the mission of Lovers Key State Park (LKSP). We are authorized to raise funds in support of Lovers Key State Park's objectives through donations, grants and merchandise sales.
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