IT’S ALMOST SHOWTIME, BABY! FLORIDA STATE FAIR BRINGS VEGAS-STYLE ENTERTAINMENT TO SUNSHINE STATE! 
4800 U.S. Highway 301 North
Tampa, FL 33610
Phone (813) 621-7821 Fax (813) 740-3505 http://www.floridastatefair.com/
[NEWS RELEASE] TAMPA, FL. — December 31, 2007. Elvis impersonators, sequined-clad showgirls and choreographed musical numbers! No, it’s not the latest show from the Las Vegas strip but the 2008 Florida State Fair. This year’s Fair is bringing a piece of Vegas to the Sunshine State!
The 2008 Florida State fair includes a Las Vegas Revue, the finals of a national Elvis impersonator contest, up and coming country acts, alligator wrestling, future WWE stars, dozens of new rides and more food than you imagine. Discount gate admission tickets for the 2008 Florida State Fair go on sale Wednesday, January 2, 2008 at participating Sweetbay Supermarket locations. Save up to 40% on adult tickets in advance for only $6 per adult and $4 per child ages six to 11 -- so do not miss out on super savings by getting your tickets early! Adults are considered ages 12 and up and kids ages five and under are free. Beginning January 7, additional Fair offers for ride tickets, Pepsi Armbands and Family Fun Packs can be purchased online at floridastatefair.net, by mail, fax, or in person at the Fairgrounds Box Office. Country Gold Tour concert tickets can only be purchased online at http://www.ticketmaster.com/ or in person at the Fairgrounds Box Office. Buying an advanced gate ticket will guarantee admission to the Florida State Fair; a Fair like never before. Fairgoers will be amazed at the look and the feel of the 2008 Florida State Fair theme focused on the allure of Las Vegas style productions and all of the vibrant, family-friendly entertainment it has to offer. Headline events to take place in the Sweetbay Entertainment Hall are FREE with a Fair admission ticket, except for Country Gold Tour concert. Headline acts will include: - GLITZ! – A Las Vegas Revue presented by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino (FEB. 7-13)
- A seven-day, family-friendly musical featuring tributes to Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, Elvis, and more.
- Lavishly-costumed showgirls performing numerous musical acts
- Choreographed and created by Four Star Entertainment; a company that has been producing high-quality entertainment shows for over 20 years
- Country Gold Tour 2008 Concert* (FEB. 14)
- Featuring Leroy Van Dyke, Jim Ed Brown, Helen Cornelius, Bobby Bare, Steve and Rudy Gatlin (The Gatlin Brothers), Narvel Felts, Ronnie Prophet, Moe Bandy, and T.G. Sheppard.
- Two shows, One day only for $10 each ticket
- *Fair admission is not included with purchase of Country Gold concert ticket
- FCW Wrestling featuring WWE Stars of Tomorrow (FEB. 15)
- 9 wrestling matches featuring Florida’s up-and-coming wrestlers with appearances by several WWE stars
- Matches between men and women
- 20 man Battle Royal, Florida heavyweight title match, diva title match, and tag-team title match
- Elvis Extravaganza Impersonator National Finals (FEB. 16-17)
- Two day show featuring regional qualifying contestants competing to be crowned “The King” from cities around the world
- Vegas style stage show complete with 9-piece show band
- Contestants compete in vocals, authenticity, appearance, and delivery
- over $20,000 in cash and prizes for show participants
- Florida State Roller Derby Championship (FEB. 18)
- Teams travel from all over Florida competing to be State Champions
- Prize money given out to first, second, and third place teams
This year’s headline entertainment will surely amaze fairgoers of all ages. There is also an abundant line up of new attractions and performances to keep one busy during the 12-day span of the Florida State Fair. New attractions and performances include:
- Kachunga & the Alligator Show presented by FMHA: Watch Gil wrestle an alligator and teach the crowd about these Florida natives
- Hotel California "A Salute to the Eagles": an Eagles tribute band
- Lucy Angel: Mother and two daughters country singing group
- LA PLAZA Hispanic Village: A new area dedicated to Hispanic culture with Spanish foods, exhibitors, and entertainment
- The Sauce Boss: Bill Wharton cooks and serves gumbo during a musical performance for one weekend only
- Dueling Pianos: Unique and interactive show out of Orlando for one weekend only
- Adam D. Tucker Band: Nashville recording country artist
- Jernie Talle: A 13-year old up and coming country singer who has been performing since the age of 5
- Tagi the Robot & Tadpole the Clown: Walk-a-round performers
- Ag Hall of Fame "Farm to Fuel" Exhibit: Learn about Ethanol, Biodiesel, and Hydrogen fuels and how the State of Florida is pursing new renewable fuel technology
- Rowdy Rooster Puppet Show: First class act with an uplifting farm yard adventure perfect for children
- Jousting Tournament: Two-day event featuring jousting and heavy mounted combat in the Bob Thomas Equestrian Center
- Blacksmiths World Championship: One-of-a-kind, two day event dedicated to the art and skill of horseshoe welding
- 10 Florida Bands performing outside in the domes: Both weekends with music including steel drums, classic rock, and alternative rock styles
- Plus four nights of fireworks: Fridays and Saturdays starting at 8 PM.
It’s (almost) Showtime, Baby! Get your discounted Fair admission tickets on sale January 2 at participating Sweetbay Supermarket stores and experience a Fair fit for the King himself.
All acts, concerts, scheduled times, exhibitors, prices, and other advertised events are subject to change and/or cancel without notice. All sales are final and there are no refunds, exchanges, or rainchecks available. The Fairgrounds is located just seven miles east of downtown Tampa, with easy access via I-75, I-4, U.S. Highway 301, Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard, and Orient Road. For more information, call toll-free (800) 345-FAIR or (813) 621-7821, visit http://www.floridastatefair.com/ or http://myspace.com/floridastatefair. The 104th annual Florida State Fair will take place on February 7-18, 2008. The Florida State Fair – always in Tampa and always in February – is organized by the Florida State Fair Authority under the leadership of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Agriculture Commissioner Charles H. Bronson leads the Fair Authority, which oversees the Florida State Fairgrounds and the annual Florida State Fair. ###
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