Florida State Fairgrounds Reviews

It a nice fair. I think it's pretty well organized and there are a lot of fun things to do here.

Saw Brand New's "final concert" was such a great concert. Oh yeah Modest Mouse was there, too. The venue was good, we sat on the lawn, was comfortable. They have low chairs you can rent, we went the blanket route. The grass is so well taken care of, and so soft. The sound system is great.

This is Cracker country located in the Florida State Fair grounds. They are open even after the fair has left town, they host several events, check their website. It's like stepping back in time.

Its a huge fair. Its on for a couple weeks, it doesn't change & for me it gets old. They gave nothing I cant make at home & the shows dont change. After youve seen them a few times.....

The state fair was really fun. Kinda expensive for a family if the kids want to ride all the rides the bands were 30 each so close to 100 with 3 kids. Seemed safe. The food wasn't ridiculously overpriced, you could get tea for a dollar. Worth the time and drive.

Its OK...to charge $13 just 2 get in is absolutely ridiculous...
A family of 4 or 5 has 2 spend almost $100 just 2 walk into the place...UNACCEPTABLE...
Food is way overpriced....had a sausage sandwich and it was $9
Call me crazy but thats crazy!
Not worth the money!

Everything was great with the venue except for one thing! In the seats above Orchestra, Row one is metal chairs and wheelchair handicap seating and they don't tell you that online but everything else was perfect!

We were looking for a mate for our Female Amber Corn snake. Rapticon fair. Unsuccessful but we recieved so much information

Florida State Fair: Cool folk festival, many rides, many food stalls and absolutely cracker country

Always a good time at the Florida State Fair!! Plenty of vendors, rides and games. And of course, every food you can think of. Love the fact you are allowed to conceal carry here as long as you let the Sherrif run your CCWP.

My husband and I are 15 Year veterans when it come to attending the Annual State Fair. As always had a great time. There hundreds of unique food options.

Many of the seats need replaced. But looks like they are in the process of updating them

Love all the shows they offer here, like Repticon, Florida state fair, etc.

Tried all the food available and kids enjoy the rides

Different venues offer a great selection of different items throughout the year.

It was over priced $3-$5 per ride or more and the same with the games on top of the ticket price. The kids did have fun though, so that was good.

Fun for the entire family. Bad food just like we like it. There are good places to eat but it is the fair. Lots to see and do.

Lots of fun things to do but some of the rides were kind of dull. But otherwise I had the moment of a lifetime

The Florida State Fair is a great way to spend a day. Just make sure to take some sunblock so you don't get roasted.

Difficult to find show locations. Be prepared to walk, a lot!

My husband and I always go to the gun shows. Never have parking problems beings we need a handicap spot. They moved the gun show into the bigger building and it has more room to move around. Bathrooms are always clean. Never had any problems with the fair grounds for any event.

It's the FAIR. Food, rides, and animals. Lots to see and do.

Big big place, parking its a nightmare especially if it's raining.

Disappointed at the RV show but no fault of the Fairgrounds.

Had a great time Two years in a row. Cracker Country is real hit, enjoyed the bluegrass bands

Great venue for a state fair. Ample parking. Lots to do and see. Very clean and well organized. I wish there were more original food choices, but it was still fun. My 38" tall daughter could ride enough of the rides alone that we got by with just one ride wristband for her. The craft fair had some unique offerings. Stop by the fair for a few hours, if you have any interest. Only $13 to get in!

Fun packed event with everything for everyone. From Turkey leg to Demolition Derby, from Ferris wheel to Alligator show, from fresh Doughnuts to delicious Gyros. If you want to go buy something from the expo or just want to have some gator kabobs or just want enjoy all the rides all day it's your jam. No matter who you go with family, friends or a date, you will come out with a smile on face and delicious food in your belly. Classic Fair with so much more.

Visited there to see the RV Super Show this January 2019.

The stay was very pleasant and the parking lot at the entrance and the exit was very organized.

Nice, clean fair. Good food and lots of great rides for the kids

Always love this fair for the attractions and fair food.

We have attempted to go to four events at the Tampa Fairgrounds since moving to Tampa 2 years ago. Every event was a challenge to get to due to multiple options for entrances but only one OPEN entrance. Each of the events ended up being a disappointment.

Yesterday we attempted to go to the balloon glow event. The fairground only had one entrance open...again... we were at the turn for the MLK entrance when we realized that people were pulling in and making u-turns because the gate was closed. 3 lanes of traffic were backed up on MLK as people tried to figure out where they needed to go. The sign for the fairgrounds flashed an image with the balloons stating that the entrance was on 301. US 301 was backed up to the point that it was shut down.

We gave up however we followed the facebook event page where many people said that they were let into the event after an hour and a half wait in traffic, directed to a parking lot that was a half hour walk away from the event, and when they finally made it to the event area all balloons had been taken down due to weather. They took people's money for the event even though the event was being shut down. No refunds were issued. Communication REALLY needs to improve and adjustments need to be made by opening other entrances when entire roads are being shut down due to traffic.

They have the Strawberry Festival there every year , fun place to take the whole family . Through the year they have other attractions .

Nice.. Been for Florida fair.. Nice n good.. Enjoyed alot..

Be sure to check out Cracker Country with docents in period dress.
Huge fairgrounds. Maps are a must for getting around on your first visit to this state fair.
Too much space devoted to carnival rides and "junk food - fair food" for me.

It was promoted as the largest home show in Florida! It wasn't

We attended Repticon here. Parking was very unorganized but once we got in, it was good. Event was huge and set up nicely.

Smaller than I thought but ok. Not crowded on the weekday

Well organized with police directing traffic. Great food, exhibits and entrainment!

Very organized in seating area ...accommodates large crowd

At a women expo lots of things too look at very informative

Good venue to watch concerts. FFDP , Breaking Benjamin , Nothing More.

This is an awful facility, they take your money and over book events. The parking lot is a nightmare to enter and exit. The expo hall is filthy.

Good entertainment for every age but foods over there were really pricey but peach tea is tastes gud and refreshing and affordable as well

Done a few things here at the fairgrounds. So far I am only moderately enthused, as a music venue its "good" but not great. And the parking charges are way too high for the events they host.

Possibly the best fair in Central FL. Maybe some better entertainment options like concerts would top it off.

Nice faculty for a boat show. Plenty of clean bathrooms and food vendors. Facility is dated and could use a remodel.