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.
These offers are available at the gate only and cannot be purchased online.
★★★ Promo Days ★★★
Feb 05
Heroes Day
Thursday, FEB 05
Free admission for law enforcement, first responders, active or retired military, medical personnel (NEW), and teachers (NEW) with valid agency ID.
Feb 05
Opening Day Bounce Back Deal
Thursday, FEB 05
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.
Feb 06
$5 Freedom Friday
Friday, FEB 06
$5 admission and $5 parking after 5 p.m.
Feb 07
Youth in Ag Day
Saturday, FEB 07
Free admission for FFA, YLPA, and 4-H members with ID, or in official dress or club shirt.
Feb 08
BOGO Bowl Sunday
Sunday, FEB 08
Free admission for law enforcement, first responders, active or retired military, medical personnel (NEW), and teachers (NEW) with valid agency ID.
NEW: Buy One Get One admission and Buy One Get One ride armband after 3 p.m. (Both must be purchased at the gate and used the same day.)
Free admission for Girl Scouts in uniform.
Feb 08
Feeding Tampa Bay Day
Sunday, FEB 08
$1.00 from every ticket redeemed will be donated to Feeding Tampa Bay.
Feb 09
Exceptional Citizens Morning
Monday, FEB 09
NEW: Exceptional Citizens Morning from 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Free admission for the exceptional citizen with an accompanying paid guest.
Designed for guests with lifelong developmental, physical, and sensory disabilities.
Sensory-friendly adjustments (lower sound and lighting).
Midway opens at 1 p.m.
Feb 09
Hospitality & Service Industry Day
Monday, FEB 09
$5 admission all day for service and hospitality staff with employer ID.
Feb 09
College Student Day
Monday, FEB 09
NEW: $5 admission all day for college students with college ID.
Feb 10
One Great Price
Tuesday, FEB 10
$25 admission + unlimited rides (select specialty rides excluded), available all day.
Feb 11
Senior Savings Day
Wednesday, FEB 11
$5 admission all day for seniors 55+.
Seniors also receive weekday admission (Mon–Fri) for $11.
Feb 12
$3 Thursday
Thursday, FEB 12
$3 admission, plus select rides, games, and food items after 3 p.m.
Feb 13
Family Day
Friday, FEB 13
Persons 17 years of age or younger will receive free admission to the Florida State Fair until 5:00 p.m. with an admission paying parent or guardian, 21 years of age or older with a valid ID, for entry to the Florida State Fair. A parent or guardian can supervise up to 4 persons 17 years of age or younger.
Feb 14
Youth in Ag Day
Saturday, FEB 14
Free admission for FFA, YLPA, and 4-H members with ID, or in official dress or club shirt.
Feb 16
Salute to America Day
Monday, FEB 16
Persons 17 years of age or younger will receive free admission to the Florida State Fair until 5:00 p.m. with an admission paying parent or guardian, 21 years of age or older with a valid ID, for entry to the Florida State Fair. A parent or guardian can supervise up to 4 persons 17 years of age or younger.
NEW: Free admission for active or retired military with valid military ID.
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