TAMPA, Fla. — As 2024 wraps up, many are looking ahead to what 2025 has to offer. That includes upcoming events, such as the Florida State Fair.
The popular staple happens right here in the Tampa Bay area each year on the Florida State Fairgrounds off of U.S. 301 in Tampa.
Here's what you should know about the 2025 Florida State Fair.
When is the Florida State Fair?
The Florida State Fair will be from Feb. 6 through Feb. 17, 2025.
Where is the Florida State Fair?
The Florida State Fair takes place at the Florida State Fairgrounds on U.S. 301 in Tampa.
How much are tickets for the Florida State Fair?
During the holidays, there are some special ticket deals where you can get an unlimited rides armband at a discount.
But don't worry if you miss out on those — you can still get advanced admission tickets and ride armbands.
Advanced prices range from $11 for adults just for admission to $57 for an unlimited rides armband and fast pass. For complete ticket information, click or tap here.
Otherwise, tickets at the door are as follows:
Kids, ages 5-12
- Monday-Thursday: $6
- Friday-Sunday & Presidents Day: $11
Adults, ages 13-54
- Monday-Thursday: $12
- Friday-Sunday & Presidents Day: $16
Seniors, ages 55+
- Monday-Friday: $11
Midway ride armbands (all ages)
- Monday-Thursday: $27
- Friday-Sunday & Presidents Day: $45
What are the hours at the Florida State Fair?
Monday - Thursday
- Entry gates: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; the Midway opens at 1 p.m.
Friday - Sunday & Presidents Day
- Entry gates: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; the Midway opens at 10:30 a.m.
Parking at the Florida State Fair
There are three entrances to the Florida State Fairgrounds:
- Orient Road
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard
- U.S. HWY 301
