TAMPA, Fla. — The Florida State Fair will make its return to Tampa on Thursday. Attendees can enjoy plenty of fun at the fairgrounds, including entertainment, rides, agriculture, food and more, with many new offerings this year.

Here is everything you need to know about the 2025 fair.

When is the Florida State Fair? ⏰ 

The Florida State Fair is scheduled to take place from Feb. 6 through Feb. 17.

Fair Hours:

Monday - Thursday:

• Entry Gates: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
• Ride Midway: Opens at 1 p.m.

Friday - Sunday and Presidents' Day:

• Entry Gates: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
• Ride Midway: Opens at 10:30 a.m.

Fair Ticket Prices 🎟️

Child (Ages 6-11):

• Monday - Thursday: $7
• Friday - Sunday and Presidents' Day: $11

Adult (Ages 12-54):

• Monday - Thursday: $12
• Friday - Sunday and Presidents' Day: $16

Senior (Ages 55+):

• Monday - Friday: $11

Ride Armband (All Ages):

• Monday - Thursday: $35
• Friday - Sunday and Presidents' Day: $45

Additionally, the Florida State Fair will offer discounted tickets on the following days:

• Heroes Day (Feb. 6, all day): Free admission for law enforcement, first responders, active or retired military and veterans with valid ID.
• Super Savings Sunday (Feb. 9): Free admission for law enforcement, first responders, active or retired military and veterans with valid ID all day. Free admission with purchase of an Anyday Ride Armband after 3 p.m.
• Senior Days (any Monday - Friday): $11 admission for seniors 55+ online or at the gate.
• Hospitality & Service Industry Day (Feb. 10, all day): $5 admission all day for service and hospitality staff with ID. Food and drink specials.
• $3 Thursday (Feb. 13, after 3 p.m.): $3 admission, $3 select food items and games, and rides for just 3 ride credits each after 3 p.m.
• Family Day (Feb. 14, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.): People ages 17 years of age or younger will receive free admission until 6 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 people 17 years of age or younger. View additional information.
• Kid's Day (Feb. 17, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.): People 17 years of age or younger will receive free admission until 6 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 people 17 years of age or younger. View additional information.

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Rides at the Florida State Fair Midway (Spectrum News)

Fairgrounds Location 🗺️

The Florida State Fairgrounds are located at 4800 U.S. Hwy. 301 North, Tampa, FL 33610.

Fair Parking 🚗

The Florida State Fairgrounds has three entrances:

• U.S. Highway 301
• MLK Boulevard
• Orient Road

Parking is free for the Florida State Fair.

New Fair Food 🍟

A new year at the Florida State Fair means new food to try. Here’s a list of some of this year’s additions...

View more information on this year's new food at the Florida State Fair. Scroll down for a food location map.

Baked ziti on a stick	BBQ Stuffed Waffle
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: All American Concessions	Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Low-N-Slow Catering
Chicken & Waffle Funnel Cake	Chili Cheese Corndog
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Ryals Sweet Shop	Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Levy Restaurants
Chocolate Dunked Bavarian Doughnut	Cotton Candy Tea
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Peachey's Baking Co	Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Tiki Tea
Crack Mac	Dad Bod
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Holy Macaroni	Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Our Noire Kitchen
Fried Pickle Mac & Cheese	Gourmet Chocolate Bacon Cheesecake on a Stick
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Chester's Gators & Taters	Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Funky Flamingo
Hot Honey Chicken Grilled Cheese	Jalapeno Popper Fries
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Sunshine Concessions	Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Lemonade And More
Jolly Rancher Creamsicle	Mexican Street Corn Baked Potato
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Apple Fries	Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Spudtastic Potato
Pierogi Slider	Potato Mozzarella Kdog
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Macken's Sliders	Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: GoldenKdog
Pretzel Rolled Corn on the Cob	Salted Caramel Cinnamon Bun
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Miller & Co Concessions	Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Cinnamon Saloon
Seafood Boil Stuffed Potato	Soul Food Egg Roll
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: DeAnna's Potato	Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Eggroll Love
S'Mores Chocolate Bacon	Strawberries & Cream Cinnamon Roll
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Bacon Stand	Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Grandma Brown's Cinnamon Rolls
Strawberry Lemonade Donut	Strawberry Shortcake Crunch
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Fluffy's Hand Cut Donuts	Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Polar Bear Concessions
The Southern Comfort Funnel Cake	What The Dill-io
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: The Best Around	Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Captain Max
Campfire Burger
Courtesy: Florida State Fair Location: Low-N-Slow Catering

Entertainment 🎶

The Florida State Fair offers a variety of entertainment and acts for the whole family. Attractions include circus shows, magicians, pig racing, eating contests, a Foam Zone, fireworks and more. See the rest of the attractions at the Florida State Fair.

There will also be dozens of live musical acts. Here is this year’s lineup:

• ABBA Nova (ABBA tribute band)
• Andy Heath
• Bits of Grass
• Blank Space (Taylor Swift tribute artist)
• Brothers Walker
• Buffalo Barfield
• Danny Bub Combo
• Dennis Lee Band
• Dusek Brothers
• Frank Dancey
• Frankie Raye
• Jay Taylor
• Jess Kellie Adams
• The Landsharks (Jimmy Buffett tribute band)
• Leon Jacobs, Jr.
• Maiden Cane
• Mark Dobson One Man Band
• Mylon
• Navy Ceremonial Band
• Navy Popular Music Group, Pride
• Navy Windward Brass Quintet
• Phoenix 5
• Risky Business
• Skyler Clark
• Southern Express
• The Supply Chain
• Sweet Fleet (Fleetwood Mac tribute band)
• Tropical Avenue

View Florida State Fair live music schedules and locations.

Agriculture 🐮

The Florida State Fair is known for spotlighting the state’s agricultural history. Here are some of the agriculture attractions and exhibits that guests can look forward to:

• Ag Hall of Fame
• Cattle Ranching Museum
• Camel Rides
• Fish and Wildlife Exhibit
• Forest Discovery Center
• Great American Petting Zoo
• Livestock Barns
• Pony Rides
• Thank a Farmer Experience
• Time Travel Through Florida Agriculture Hologram Show

View more exhibits and competitions at the Florida State Fair.

Animals at the Florida State Fair (Spectrum News/Bobby Collins)