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!
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.
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.
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.
The Florida State Fairgrounds embodies the idea of working hard and playing hard. We’re a diverse team of 60+ year-round employees and 800+ seasonal employees who value teamwork, consistency, and a desire to create amazing experiences. Every team member plays an important part in bringing the fun of the Florida State Fair and more than 250 year-round experiences to life.
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We build the spirit of the Florida State Fair Authority upon the dedicated people who power our year-round events. We embody these core values:
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We don’t just bring the fun to Tampa - we work in it!✨
💛 Proud to be named one of Tampa Bay’s Top Workplaces for 2026!
Huge shoutout to our hardworking crew who keep the fun running year‑round. We couldn’t do it without you.
@tampabaytimes #flstatefair #flstatefairgrounds #tampaflorida #topworkplace
Mar 27
👋What`s happening at the fairgrounds!
SFRHA Horse Show
@southfloridareining
March 27 - 29
📍Equestrian Center
Starpower National Talent Competition
@starpowertalent
March 27 - 29
📍Special Events Center
Tampa Extreme Rodeo
@doublekrodeopro
March 27 - 28
📍TECO Arena
FuelFest Tampa 2026
@fuelfest
March 28
📍Outside Grounds
March Mayhem Volleyball
@jvctournaments
March 28 - 29
📍Expo & Entertainment Hall
Suncoast Dressage Festival I & II
March 28 - 29
📍Equestrian Center
👉For more info on upcoming events, visit the link in bio!
#tampafl #floridastatefairgrounds #thingstodointampa
Mar 25
Happy National Ag Day! 🌾
Today we’re celebrating the farmers, ranchers, and exhibitors who keep Florida growing.
👨🌾 Supporting thousands of ag families
🐄 Powering youth programs like FFA & 4‑H
🌽 Feeding our communities
🎡 And shaping so much of what you experience at the Florida State Fair
Proud to honor the people who bring agriculture to life year‑round. 💚
#flstatefair #tampafl #nationalagday
Mar 24
🙋🖐️😍Raise your hand if you love corndogs! Specifically at the Florida State Fair!
#NationalCornDogDay
Mar 21
Thousands of fairgoers. One incredible night sky💙
Sky Elements delivered a drone show at the 2026 Florida State Fair in celebration of America’s 250th birthday - and it’s one we’ll be talking about all year!
*Sponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture.
#flstatefair #tampafl #droneshow
Mar 20
👋What`s happening at the fairgrounds!
DroneArt Show Tampa
March 20 - 21
📍Outside Grounds
@droneart_show
March Mayhem Volleyball
March 21 - 22
📍Entertainment & Expo Hall
@jvctournaments
PCHA Horse Show
March 21 - 22
📍Equestrian Center
Fossil Fest
March 21 - 22
📍Special Events Center
@tampabayfossilclub
👉For more info on upcoming events, visit the link in our bio!
#tampafl #floridastatefairgrounds #thingstodointampa
Mar 18
☘️Feeling lucky today! Be honest: would you try these?
Happy St. Patrick`s Day! #flstatefair #stpatricksday☘️
Mar 17
The hunt is ON at the Fairgrounds! 🛍️✨
@thegreatjunkhunt is here this weekend, with aisles and aisles of vintage treasures, home decor, and one-of-a-kind finds. Don’t miss it!
⏰ March 13: now until 9:00pm
⏰ March 14: 9:00am - 4:00pm
📍 Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall
Mar 13
We had the opportunity to chat with 2025 Youth Ag Ambassador, Zach Mosley, at this year`s fair! 👋🌾
Zach speaks on the platform he and his fellow ambassadors have, using their voices to represent agriculture as a whole and highlight why it matters. It’s more than time in the barns or the show ring; it’s about sharing the story of the industry and the people behind it. 🐄🏅
Agriculture feeds communities, fuels innovation, and shapes the future, and leaders like Zach are helping make sure that message is heard! 🇺🇸
Show him some support in the comments! 👏
#florida #youthambassador #flstatefair #flagriculture
Mar 12
👋What`s happening at the fairgrounds!
UPHA Gasparilla Charity Horse Show
March 10 - 14
📍Equestrian Center
Tampa Bay Sports Collectors Expo
March 13 - 15
📍Florida Center
The Great Junk Hunt
March 13 - 14
📍Expo Hall
Hurricane Taekwondo Cup
March 14
📍Special Events Center
StarQuest Dance Competition
March 14 - 15
📍Entertainment Hall
👉For more info on upcoming events, visit the link in bio!
#tampafl #floridastatefairgrounds #thingstodointamp
Mar 11
We heard you miss the fair. Here’s a baby goat to make your day better🫶
#flstatefair #tampafl
Mar 9
Did we get to be part of your weekend?
We want to see it!👏🎉
#thingstodointampa #FloridaStateFairgrounds
Mar 8
👏From the quietest days to the busiest nights, our staff is the heartbeat of these grounds. Happy Employee Appreciation Day to the team that makes it all look easy - all year long!
#floridastatefairgrounds #EmployeeAppreciation
Mar 6
👋What`s happening at the fairgrounds!
UPHA Little Gasparilla Charity Horse Show
March 6 - 7
📍Equestrian Center
Tampa Bay Boat Show
March 6 - 8
📍Expo Hall
@tampabayboatshow
Dream Asia Food Fest
March 6 - 8
📍Outside Grounds
@dreamasiafestival_fl
👉For more info on upcoming events, visit the link in our bio!
#tampafl #floridastatefairgrounds #thingstodointamp
Mar 4
Today, we were thrilled to be joined by Commissioner Wilton Simpson and our Fair Authority members to present a check for $25,000 to @feedingtampabay. 🙌💙
A special promotional day was held during this year’s Fair, where $1 from every ticket redeemed was dedicated to combating food insecurity in our region.
We’re so proud to support the incredible work Feeding Tampa Bay does for our community. A huge thank you to everyone who attended to help make this happen!
#FLStateFair #FeedingTampaBay #CommunityImpact
Mar 2
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