4800 U.S. Highway 301 North    Tampa, FL 33610
Phone (813) 621-7821              Fax (813) 740-3505             www.floridastatefair.com   

• July 31 - Aug. 2: Super Liquidation Sale
• Aug. 1: Hands-On History Tours for Youth Groups (ongoing monthly)
• Aug. 1: Discover the Past (ongoing monthly)
• Aug. 1: Bay Area Convoy of Hope
• Aug. 8: Youth Steer Futurity Calf Sale
• Aug. 8: Alligator Harvest Training & Orientation Seminar
• Aug. 8: Concert - Kenny Chesney
• Aug. 8-9: Suncoast Gun Show & Sale
• Aug. 8-9: Southeast Hunter Jumper Horse Show
• Aug. 9: Concert - Coldplay
• Aug. 11: Concert - Mayhem Festival
• Aug. 12: Concert - Dave Matthews Band
• Aug. 14: Concert - Def Leppard, Poison & Cheap Trick
• Aug. 15: Concert - Incubus
• Aug. 22-23: Buckler's Craft Fair
• Aug. 22-23: Suncoast Sunburn Classic I & II
• Aug. 28: Concert - Crue Fest 2
• Aug. 29-30: World's Largest Garage Sale
  

July 31-Aug. 2: Super Liquidation Sale
A three-day general merchandise sale will take place inside the Charles M. Davis Special Events Center. Event hours are Friday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults, children ages 12 and younger are admitted free. Parking is $5 per car or $10 per RV or bus for each time a vehicle enters the grounds. Visitors should enter the Fairgrounds via the M.L.K., Jr. Blvd. entrance. For more information, visit http://superliquidationsale.com/ or call Aroma Senses at 951-898-1508.

Aug. 1: Hands-On History Tours for Youth Groups (ongoing monthly)
Held in Cracker Country, the hands-on history tours for youth groups are offered the first Saturday of every month, except in February, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Cracker Country. Give your youth organization the opportunity to learn about the past and become a part of it. Led by knowledgeable historical interpreters, kids can spend the morning experiencing life as a Florida pioneer through hands-on chores and practices of the late 1800's. The tour cost is $5 for students ages six to twelve and one chaperone is admitted free for every 10 paid admissions. Youth groups may stay after the tour to enjoy the new “Discover the Past” program at no additional cost. Reservations are required in advance with a 10-student minimum per group. Parking is free for this event when visitors enter the Fairgrounds via the Orient Road entrance. To make a reservation, please call 813-627-4225 on Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit online http://www.crackercountry.org/, contact Susan Obarski by e-mail obarsks@doacs.state.fl.us or call 813-627-4225.

Aug. 1: Discover the Past (ongoing monthly)
Imagine what it was like for settlers of rural Florida living in 1898 -- use your senses of sight, smell, taste, touch, and hearing to relive this time from Florida's past. The event is held in Cracker Country on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (except in February). It is a fun way for families to spend an enjoyable day together by learning new activities like churning butter and tasting it, making a rope, spinning wool into yarn, or helping to plant crops. Adult admission is $6, children ages six to 12 years old and senior citizens enter for $5, and kids five and under are admitted free. Parking is free for this event when visitors enter the Fairgrounds via the Orient Road entrance. Reservations are not necessary for this event. For more information, visit online http://www.crackercountry.org/ or call 813-627-4225 on Monday through Friday during business hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Aug. 1: Bay Area Convoy of Hope
The Brandon Assembly of God will host a free community service event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Expo Hall and Sweetbay Entertainment Hall. There will be free activities including health screenings, haircuts, grocery giveaways, family photos, lunch and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy.Parking is complimentary for this event only courtesy of the Fairgrounds. Visitors should enter the Fairgrounds via the U.S. Hwy. 301 entrance. For more information, visit online http://www.bayareacoh.org/ and http://www.convoyofhope.org/ or call Jeff Arp at 813-689-2345. 

Aug. 8: Youth Steer Futurity Calf Sale
Youth, parents, and teachers will take part in a one-day seminar for the Youth Steer Futurity Calf Sale to be held in the Ag Hall of Fame and Charlie Lykes Arena at the Fairgrounds from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attendees will choose their steers to take home and raise throughout the year in preparation for the 2010 Florida State Fair competition. Parking is free for this event when visitors enter the Fairgrounds via the Orient Road entrance.  For more information on this event, please call the Agribusiness office at 813-621-7821 ext. 388 or 387.

Aug. 8: Alligator Harvest Training & Orientation Seminar
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is offering alligator hunters a free class from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Florida Center to help them prepare for the upcoming statewide alligator harvest period from Aug. 15-Nov. 1.  Reservations are not required to attend the class.  Attendance is not mandatory for licensed hunters, but the FWC recommends participants attend, especially if they have not experienced alligator hunting. Parking is complimentary for this event only courtesy of the Fairgrounds. Visitors should enter the Fairgrounds via the Orient Road entrance. The seminar is also an opportunity for hunters who have never participated in the state's alligator hunts to learn what hunting alligators is all about. Class topics include preparing for the hunt, hunting techniques and safety, harvesting and processing, caring for your alligator hide, and hunting rules and regulations.  Alligator harvest equipment vendors will be on-site for persons that may want to purchase supplies.For more information on alligator hunting, visit online http://myfwc.com/gators or call Steve Stiegler at 850-488-3831.

Aug. 8: Concert - Kenny Chesney
Kenny Chesney will perform in concert with special guests Miranda Lambert and Lady Antebellum on Saturday, August 8 at the Ford Amphitheatre. The gates will open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $80 for reserved seating and $39.50 for each lawn area ticket. The lawn area is general admission; no specific area is assigned for seating. There will be a parking fee and service charge added to the price of each ticket unless otherwise noted if tickets are bought during an "All-In or No Fees" special. All dates, times, and acts are subject to change or cancel without notice. Rain or shine. Tickets to all Ford Amphitheatre events can be purchased in person at the Ford Amphitheatre Box Office or online exclusively at http://www.livenation.com/. Tickets can also be charged by phone by calling 877-598-8698. Concert guests should enter the Fairgrounds via U.S. Hwy. 301 or the M.L.K., Jr. Blvd. entrance. Only guests with VIP parking access should enter through Orient Road. For the latest concert information about Ford Amphitheatre events, call 813-740-2446 or visit http://www.livenation.com/.

Aug. 8-9: Suncoast Gun Show & Sale
One of Florida's premier gun shows returns to the Charles M. Davis Special Events Center for two days. The Suncoast Gun Show and Sale features firearms-related accessories including gun parts, gun-related tools, knives, cases, locks, cartridge boxes and belts, and ammunition for collectors. Show hours are Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults, children 12 and younger are admitted free. All persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. The Concealed Weapons/Firearms Safety Course fee is $45 per person. The classes are offered on both days at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and last approximately 2 hours. All students must attend the range training and the range fee is $5. Appointments are not needed for these classes, nor are firearms. Parking is $5 per car or $10 per RV or bus for each time a vehicle enters the grounds. Visitors should enter the Fairgrounds via the M.L.K., Jr. Blvd. entrance. For more information and online admission coupons, visit http://www.suncoastgunshows.com/ or call Suncoast Gun Collectors at 330-963-6964.

Aug. 8-9: Southeast Hunter Jumper Horse Show
The Southeast Hunter Jumper (SEHJ) Association will host a two-day horse competition held in the Gran Prix Ring and Pony Ring at the Bob Thomas Equestrian Center.  The show starts at 8 a.m. each day.  Competitions will be held in hunter and jumper divisions for children and adult categories with prizes to be awarded.  Entry fees vary based on the entry category.  Participants must pre-register and fees must be paid with entry submission.  Admission and parking are free for spectators.  Participants and visitors should enter the Fairgrounds via the Orient Road entrance.  For more information, visit online http://www.sehj.com/ or call Eric Lavin at 352-797-7469 prior to the event. Please call the show grounds office number at 813-740-3500 for questions during the event.

Aug. 9: Concert - Coldplay
Coldplay will perform in concert on Sunday, August 9 at the Ford Amphitheatre. The gates will open at 6 p.m. and the concert begins at 7 p.m. Ticket prices are $104.33 and $85.07 for reserved seating, $104.33 for the PIT area,  $37.45 for lawn area seating and $99 for a 4-pack of lawn tickets. Both the PIT area and lawn area are general admission; no specific area is assigned for seating. There will be a parking fee and service charge added to the price of each ticket unless otherwise noted if tickets are bought during an "All-In or No Fees" special. All dates, times, and acts are subject to change or cancel without notice. Rain or shine. Tickets to all Ford Amphitheatre events can be purchased in person at the Ford Amphitheatre Box Office or online exclusively at http://www.livenation.com/. Tickets can also be charged by phone by calling 877-598-8698. Concert guests should enter the Fairgrounds via U.S. Hwy. 301 or the M.L.K., Jr. Blvd. entrance. Only guests with VIP parking access should enter through Orient Road. For the latest concert information about Ford Amphitheatre events, call 813-740-2446 or visit http://www.livenation.com/.

Aug. 11: Concert - Mayhem Festival
ROCKSTAR Energy Drink presents the Mayhem Festival on Tuesday, August 11 at the Ford Amphitheatre with performances by Marilyn Manson, Slayer and many more supporting acts. The gates will open at 1 p.m. and concert begins at 2:15 p.m. Ticket prices are $99, $53.25, $43.25, and $27.50 for reserved seating, $53.25 for the PIT area, $25 for lawn area seating and $79 for a 4-pack of lawn tickets. Both the PIT area and lawn area are general admission; no specific area is assigned for seating. There will be a parking fee and service charge added to the price of each ticket unless otherwise noted if tickets are bought during an "All-In or No Fees" special. All dates, times, and acts are subject to change or cancel without notice. Rain or shine. Tickets to all Ford Amphitheatre events can be purchased in person at the Ford Amphitheatre Box Office or online exclusively at http://www.livenation.com/. Tickets can also be charged by phone by calling 877-598-8698. Concert guests should enter the Fairgrounds via U.S. Hwy. 301 or the M.L.K., Jr. Blvd. entrance. Only guests with VIP parking access should enter through Orient Road. For the latest concert information about Ford Amphitheatre events, call 813-740-2446 or visit http://www.livenation.com/.

Aug. 12: Concert - Dave Matthews Band
The Dave Matthews Band will perform in concert with special guest Robert Earl Keen on Wednesday, August 12 at the Ford Amphitheatre. The gates will open at 6 p.m. and the concert begins at 7 p.m. Ticket prices are $75 and $67.50 for reserved seating and $40 for each lawn area ticket. The lawn area is general admission; no specific area is assigned for seating. There will be a parking fee and service charge added to the price of each ticket unless otherwise noted if tickets are bought during an "All-In or No Fees" special. All dates, times, and acts are subject to change or cancel without notice. Rain or shine. Tickets to all Ford Amphitheatre events can be purchased in person at the Ford Amphitheatre Box Office or online exclusively at http://www.livenation.com/. Tickets can also be charged by phone by calling 877-598-8698. Concert guests should enter the Fairgrounds via U.S. Hwy. 301 or the M.L.K., Jr. Blvd. entrance. Only guests with VIP parking access should enter through Orient Road. For the latest concert information about Ford Amphitheatre events, call 813-740-2446 or visit http://www.livenation.com/. 

Aug. 14: Concert - Def Leppard, Poison & Cheap Trick
Def Leppard will perform in concert, with special guests Poison and Cheap Trick, on Friday, August 14 at the Ford Amphitheatre. The gates will open at 6 p.m. and show begins at 7 p.m. Ticket prices are $125, $89, $59 and $39 for reserved seating, $29.50 for lawn area seating and $99 for a 4-pack of lawn tickets. The lawn area is general admission; no specific area is assigned for seating. There will be a parking fee and service charge added to the price of each ticket unless otherwise noted if tickets are bought during an "All-In or No Fees" special. All dates, times, and acts are subject to change or cancel without notice. Rain or shine. Tickets to all Ford Amphitheatre events can be purchased in person at the Ford Amphitheatre Box Office or online exclusively at http://www.livenation.com/. Tickets can also be charged by phone by calling 877-598-8698. Concert guests should enter the Fairgrounds via U.S. Hwy. 301 or the M.L.K., Jr. Blvd. entrance. Only guests with VIP parking access should enter through Orient Road. For the latest concert information about Ford Amphitheatre events, call 813-740-2446 or visit http://www.livenation.com/.

Aug. 15: Concert - Incubus
Incubus will perform in concert with special guest, The Duke Spirit, on Saturday, August 15 at the Ford Amphitheatre. The gates will open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $46, $36 and $26 for reserved seating only. The lawn area is closed for this concert. There will be a parking fee and service charge added to the price of each ticket unless otherwise noted if tickets are bought during an "All-In or No Fees" special. All dates, times, and acts are subject to change or cancel without notice. Rain or shine. Tickets to all Ford Amphitheatre events can be purchased in person at the Ford Amphitheatre Box Office or online exclusively at http://www.livenation.com/. Tickets can also be charged by phone by calling 877-598-8698. Concert guests should enter the Fairgrounds via U.S. Hwy. 301 or the M.L.K., Jr. Blvd. entrance. Only guests with VIP parking access should enter through Orient Road. For the latest concert information about Ford Amphitheatre events, call 813-740-2446 or visit http://www.livenation.com/. 

Aug. 22-23: Buckler's Craft Fair
Held in the Sweetbay Entertainment Hall for two days, the Buckler's Craft Fair offers one-of-a-kind creations and handmade crafts from some of the finest artisans in the nation.  Exhibitors will be selling unique items including country-primitive handmade furniture, homemade fudge, gourmet delights, home accessories, gold and silver jewelry, personalized items, pet merchandise and much more. Show hours are Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Adult admission is $6, children ages four to 12 enter for $1, and ages three and younger are admitted free. A hand stamp re-admits visitors all weekend for the event. Parking is $5 per car or $10 per RV or bus for each time a vehicle enters the grounds. Visitors should enter the Fairgrounds via the U.S. Hwy. 301 entrance. For more information, visit http://www.bucklerpromotions.com/ or call 386-860-0092.

Aug. 22-23: Suncoast Sunburn Classic I & II
Suncoast Dressage hosts a two-day, USEF/USDF recognized horse show at the Bob Thomas Equestrian Center.  Event hours vary daily for each competition. Entry fees and stall charges apply for participants. Admission and parking are free for spectators. Visitors should enter the Fairgrounds via the Orient Road entrance. For more information, visit online http://www.sdcta.com/ or call Mary Henglein Mobley at 813-245-9444.

Aug. 28: Concert - Crue Fest 2
Motley Crue headlines the Crue Fest 2 concert with special guest performances by Godsmack, Theory of a Deadman, and Drowning Pool on Friday, August 28 at the Ford Amphitheatre. Doors open at 4 p.m. and concert begins at 5 p.m. Ticket prices are $95, $65, $39.50 and $25 for reserved seating, $95 for the PIT area, $29.50 for lawn area seating and $60 for a 6-pack of lawn tickets. Both the PIT area and lawn area are general admission; no specific area is assigned for seating. There will be a parking fee and service charge added to the price of each ticket unless otherwise noted if tickets are bought during an "All-In or No Fees" special. All dates, times, and acts are subject to change or cancel without notice. Rain or shine. Tickets to all Ford Amphitheatre events can be purchased in person at the Ford Amphitheatre Box Office or online exclusively at http://www.livenation.com/. Tickets can also be charged by phone by calling 877-598-8698. Concert guests should enter the Fairgrounds via U.S. Hwy. 301 or the M.L.K., Jr. Blvd. entrance. Only guests with VIP parking access should enter through Orient Road. For the latest concert information about Ford Amphitheatre events, call 813-740-2446 or visit http://www.livenation.com/.

Aug. 29-30: World's Largest Garage Sale
Rock the Mike Productions presents a two-day, huge garage sale event showcasing more than 400 booths of merchandise inside the Expo Hall and outdoor displays with assortment of vehicles and water crafts.  There will be a business trade show area, a health and wellness section with free screenings and exhibitors, a music stage with live celebrity karaoke, and free giveaways every hour. Business owners will be liquidating inventory at discounts up to 75% off regular prices for items including jewelry, adult and kids clothing, appliances, tires, electronics, computers, furniture, collectibles, antiques, paintings, hobby toys, bicycles, motorcycles, sporting gear, walkers and wheelchairs, records, CDs, musical equipment and much more. A portion of the proceeds will benefit a local organization -- Somebody Cares Tampa Bay. Event hours are Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The live celebrity karaoke will be held on Saturday only from 11 a.m to 2 p.m. and the health and wellness speakers will be there from 3 to 5 p.m. on the same day. Adult admission is $5 for ages 18 and older or free for ages 17 and younger when accompanied by an adult. Parking is $5 per car or $10 per RV or bus for each time a vehicle enters the grounds. Visitors should enter the Fairgrounds via the U.S. Hwy. 301 entrance. For more information, visit http://www.rockthemikes.com/ or call 877-290-5665.

OTHER FAIRGROUNDS NEWS:  The 2010 Florida State Fair will take place on February 4-15, 2010 for twelve consecutive days. Vendor space applications for the next Florida State Fair are now available online at http://www.floridastatefair.com/vendor-application. All interested applicants are advised to print, complete and send in their applications immediately as space is limited for new vendors!

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For more information on these and other events taking place at the Fairgrounds, please call the main office number at 813-621-7821 or visit www.floridastatefair.com and click on the Events Calendar.  Media are welcome at all events held at the Florida State Fairgrounds.  Media wishing to cover a Fairgrounds event should contact Denise Shreaves at 813-627-4314 or e-mail shreavd@doacs.state.fl.us.  To cover Ford Amphitheatre events only, please call David Harb with Live Nation at 813-600-1003.  Media should enter the Fairgrounds via the Orient Road entrance and check in with the security guard to notify the appropriate contact person. 

The Florida State Fair Authority (FSFA) is not responsible for any incorrect or misprinted information regarding events held on the Fairgrounds property which are not organized or managed by the FSFA.  The event organizer, not the FSFA, is solely responsible for the advertising and management of exhibitors, vendors, or sponsors participating at an event held at the Fairgrounds.  All scheduled times, prices, and any other advertised information is subject to change and/or cancel without notice.  
  
The Florida State Fair Authority is a non-profit organization which operates primarily from revenues generated from the annual State Fair and other ongoing operations during the year.  Presently, the FSFA does not receive any state tax appropriations from Hillsborough County, City of Tampa, nor the State of Florida.  The FSFA operates the Florida State Fairgrounds year-round in association with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.  Agriculture Commissioner Charles H. Bronson leads the Fair Authority Board, which oversees the Florida State Fairgrounds and the annual Florida State Fair.
 
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