Ready, Set, Cook! The 4-H Food Challenge is a high-stakes, “Chopped-style” competition where youth (ages 8–18) battle it out in the kitchen! Teams of 3 or 4 face off to turn a set of mystery ingredients into a masterpiece while the clock is ticking. It’s not just about the taste—judges are looking for top-tier teamwork, stellar food safety, and a winning 5-minute presentation to seal the deal.
- Visit
- Fair 2026
This year, the tradition you love is back with new surprises and the classic fun you can only find at the Florida State Fair. Don’t miss out on all the rides, delicious food, and unforgettable moments waiting for you!
- Equestrian
Experience Tampa’s premier, full-service equestrian facility at the Florida State Fairgrounds, with tranquil, oak-lined grounds right next to the excitement of the city.
- Cracker Country
Learn about Florida’s pioneering past at Cracker Country, Tampa’s only living history museum, located at The Fairgrounds, featuring structures from the late 1800s.
- Fair 2026
- Join the Fun
- Fair Participants
- Agriculture Programs
Agriculture at The Fairgrounds celebrates the industry that feeds our state and shapes our world. Here we champion the hardworking farmers, innovative students, and incredible livestock that make Florida unique.
- Agriculture Programs
- Fair Participants
