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.
NEW: Every guest who enters with a paid admission ticket on opening day (Feb 5) will receive an additional admission ticket at no charge, valid for a single-day entry February 6–16, 2026.
*These offers are available at the gate only and cannot be purchased online.
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Thursday, Feb 5
