The Florida Legislature created the Florida State FairAuthority in 1975, naming Tampa as the official location. The current location at I4 and US Highway 301 opened in 1977. This years fair runs from February 12-19. Admission prices are Mon-Fri adults $10-Children $5. Admission on Sat-Sun is $12 for adults and $6 for children.Livestock events will take place each day, consisting of 4H/FFA, rodeos, pigmy goats,Youth poultry, Youth Llama Show, Registered sheep show,Youth dairy show and much, much, more.
The Bob Thomas Equestrian Center is a 9,000 SF indoor pavilion, which includes warm-up rings and exercise grounds. Five barns with 471 stalls and a 314'x165' arena for the competitions are available on the grounds.
The State Fair Authority brings in classic county singers. Leroy Van Dyke, Bobby Bare, Jim Ed Brown, Helen Cornelius just to name a few.
Alltrust Insurance presents a great firework display on Friday and Saturday.
Of course, every fair has the Midway section, and this one will not disappoint you. Midway rides are only $1 each on February 19.
Bring the family and stay the weekend, there are plenty of local hotels. Attend the fair and check out other area attractions, such as the Seminole Indian Casino, Ybor City, Busch Gardens, Channelside, downtown St. Petersburg, or the beaches.
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