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2026 Florida State Fair
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Come Celebrate With Us!

Get ready for America’s Sunniest Celebration and the best of Florida for twelve days of unforgettable food, rides, attractions, animals and fun!

Join us this year for special red, white and blue surprises around every corner as we celebrate
America’s 250th Birthday
in our own Florida way.

 

Buy Tickets Online Buy at Walgreens Deals & Promos

Plan Your Day

Make the most our of your 2026 Florida State Fair experience by scheduling your adventure, buying tickets, and planning your fun.

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    Hours of Operation

    Friday to Sunday
    & President’s Day
    Entry Gates: 10 am-9 pm
    Midway Opens: 10:30 am

    Tonight’s Drone Show is planned for 7pm with the Fireworks to follow.

    When experiencing inclement weather, there could be periods where rides, attractions, and operations are affected.
    Please keep this in mind when making your purchases as there are
    NO REFUNDS OR RAINCHECKS.
     
    Hours of operation subject to
    change at the discretion of the
    Florida State Fair Authority without notice.

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    Pricing Details

    Friday to Sunday
    & President’s Day
    Child (6-11): $11
    Adult (12+): $16
    Midway Ride Armbands (any age): $45

    President’s Day
    Senior (55+): $11

    Everyday
    Children 5 and under are FREE admission

    CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO SAVE WITH DEALS & PROMOS!

    DEALS & PROMOS
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    Location & Parking

    Address
    4800 U.S. Highway 301 North
    Tampa, FL 33610

    Entrances
    Get directions to our 3 entrances:
    Orient Road
    Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd.
    U.S. Highway 301

    Parking Pricing:
    Online (Feb 5-16): $10
    Onsite: $15

    Pre-Purchase Parking Here

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2026 Florida State Fair

2026 Florida State Fair

Join us Feb 5-16, 2026

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Agriculture

Agriculture

Celebrate the best of Florida horticulture, forestry, dairy, livestock, poultry, aquaculture and more.

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Cracker Country

Cracker Country

Step back in time at Tampa’s only authentic, living history museum. Featuring life in rural Florida at the turn of the century.

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Equestrian Center

Equestrian Center

Enjoy the tranquil, oak-lined grounds of Tampa’s premier full-service equestrian facility.

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Know Before You Go

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Fairgrounds Map
  • MidFlorida Amphitheater US Hwy 301 Entrance
  • Bob Thomas Equestrian Center
    Bob Thomas Equestrian Center Orient Road Entrance, Gate 4
  • TECO Arena
    TECO Arena MLK Blvd Entrance, Gate 3
  • Cracker Country
    Cracker Country MLK Blvd Entrance, Gate 2
  • Florida State Fairgrounds - Expo Hall
    Expo Hall US Hwy 301 Entrance, Gate 1
  • Florida State Fairgrounds - Entertainment Hall
    Entertainment Hall US Hwy 301 Entrance, Gate 1
  • Florida State Fairgrounds - The Florida Center
    Florida Center MLK Blvd Entrance, Gate 2
  • Florida State Fairgrounds - Special Events Center
    Special Events Center MLK Blvd Entrance, Gate 3

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