Florida State Fairgrounds — Attraction in Temple Terrace

Really enjoyed the fair this year (I've gone for 5 years in a row now, sometimes 2-3 times a year). Lots of food\drinks, animals, rides, games, arts\crafts, trade show items, education & entertainment. The fair can be costly, if you choose to indulge. Animals, education, browsing ("windowing shopping"), & entertainment are all Free.

GAMES; range from 25 cents (to toss one ring to get it attop a bottle neck) to $3, or more, each attempt to accomplish various feats. Usually first you have to WIN a small prize (pay cost), then retry, hopefully WIN again, to get medium prize (& pay again), then repeat for a large prize (& pay again), & so on. Expect to pay $10 minimum for a larger prize (if you're lucky), $20 or more is not uncommon.

RIDES; Ride tickets are; 10 for $12 24 for $25 All day bracelet $35 ea. Ride express pass $15 additional ea. Usually 3-6 tickets (per person) per ride Worlds largest traveling ferris wheel = 7 tickets or $7 per person

FOOD; Most food cost is $4-6 per item High end is $12 (Turkey leg for ex.) low end is $2.50 (hamburger @ 1 stand only) (The exception is $2 Tuesday, but portion sizes are usually cut in half & only one item offered, the rest of the menu is at full cost).

DRINKS; Average $4-6 per item High end $15 (real pineapple filled w/drink) Beer\Spirits $7 & up Low end $1 (20 oz. Cup of tea) Water bottle $3 Refills $2-$3 depending on beverage (The exception is $2 Tuesday, which does offer some beverages at that price)

Over the years I've found staying until just before close is the best time to purchase last minute food\drink & get a deal. Most venders would rather sell it at a loss, then throw it out & get nothing. A lot of "two for ones" or giant portions/sizes is not uncommon (IF you ask, AND they're slow). *Don't ask in a group of people, go to ones that have no customers. Don't wait too late or they'll close, it's a...

Parking is completely disorganized. I'm not sure if they use day workers that were just trained that day but it looks like it. Prepare to arrive two hours before doors open because you'll have to figure things out on your own. Same goes for leaving. They have people towards the entrance of the venue but nothing else this is not the entrance of the parking I mean literally the building. The traffic police on the street are there just to make sure no one crashes into each other they are not really doing anything as far as directing. Getting out at a blinking red light and seeing the police 50 feet away just looking at the cars can be frustrating. The venue is nice, it's an open venue. Prices go along with any venue, expensive. They are cashless also if that matters. The bathrooms, well just like the parking very little monitored. I do not know if the vip trailer bathrooms are any better I didn't venture to spend the premium after the parking was such a mess. They do rent chairs for the people in the lawn but you have to literally know where to go to find them. It's a nice place just poorly run. The employees and outside vendors are always smiling so that's a plus but just the management of the location which is probably done by office people that don't regularly attend shows low-key meaning they probably come in as VIP and only stay in the premium area. They should come in regular parking, look at the common areas, see how things are run preferably during a sold out show so they can see what it's really like. I really like the venue, like the employees, I just think it could be...

Florida State Fairgrounds played host to the 40th Annual RV Supershow 1/15-19/2025. It's one of the largest RV events East of the Mississippi, with virtually every RV manufacturer represented along with dozens of dealerships and 100's of industry-related vendors. With 10's of thousands attendees over the 5-day event, the FS Fairgrounds is a good choice of venue. Easily accessible just a short distance off Interstates I-4/I-75, there's plenty of open-field parking for cars, trucks and RV's; there's additional off-site parking areas w/free shuttle service. There are several huge enclosed arenas, several more smaller show halls, tent-covered display areas, and acres of open-air grounds filled with every type of RV imaginable. There are food vendors for every taste, indoor & outdoor seating, and well-marked restrooms in plenty--most of which are handicap-accomodating. No matter what the event, attendees should dress casually, wear comfortable footwear, and be prepared to walk--a lot! This, like most events hosted on-site, is largely and outdoor event, so weather will be a factor in your access to displays, choice of attire, and personal comfort. While food for every taste can be found, families should also bring a full wallet--water is $5 p/bottle, funnel cakes $10, and a majority of menue items $10 and up. All-day parking was a reasonable $10 (no in/out option) and entry tickets for the RV show were $15 (discounts available for seniors, military & emergency...