Fantasy Fest Kicks Off In Key West
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KEY WEST, Fla. -- Key West residents are anxious to kick off Fantasy Fest on Friday after a shortened festival last year.

Hurricane Wilma delayed the celebration by six weeks last year and cost the area millions of dollars. Business owners said the event allows them to make enough money to pay rent through Christmas when tourism season begins. About 70,000 people, nearly three times Key West's population, are expected to attend. The 10-day event is known for elaborate costumes and parades. It runs through Oct. 29. Last year was the first time in 27 years that Fantasy Fest could not be held at the end of October.

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