The weather is BEAUTIFUL here in Tampa, Fl! That means it's time to get outside and have some fun! First, you will need a few things. You're in luck because the Tampa Tribune Outdoor Expo & Boat Show is happening this weekend at the Florida State Fairgrounds. The event will feature the latest in hunting and fishing gear, boats, and plenty of outdoor products and services, as well as how-to demos and seminars. So come on out and get prepared for a full season of outdoor fun!
Hosted by The Tampa Tribune, News Channel 8, and TBO.com
Friday, March 4th 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. FREE FRIDAY!
Saturday, March 5th 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, March 6th 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
It's the Outdoor's Expo 20th Anniversary!
Fishing, Boating, Archery, Hunting, Kayaking, and More
Over 150 Vendors
Friday is FREE Admission
Saturday and Sunday: Admission is $8.00 for age 13 and up
Age 12 and under are FREE
For more information please visit www.TAMPAOUTDOORSEXPO.COM
Monday, February 28, 2011
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
2011 Florida State Fair a Success
The Florida State Fair’s “The Best Time of the Year” came to a close Monday night ending on a high note. Preliminary results indicate that good weather, great value, and a strong turnout of almost 487,000 fairgoers helped to make the 2011 State Fair a huge success. This was the 107th year of the annual State Fair.
“We are extremely pleased with the results of this year’s Fair,” said Charles Pesano, Executive Director of the Florida State Fair Authority. With over 132,000 more attendees than last year (when weather was mostly rainy and cold) Pesano credited the hard work of Fair staff, volunteers, youth and adult agriculture participants, sponsors, vendors, entertainers, and exhibitors for producing an outstanding fair. “Our Fair team works very hard each year to provide a super State Fair that provides special experiences for just about everyone he stated. ”
This year’s preliminary combined total gate admission revenue and midway ride revenue set a new all-time record of $7.797 million. This was approximately $2.550 million higher than last year’s total and approximately $802,000 more than the previous record set in 2009. The financial success of this year’s Fair is a welcome turn-around from the financial disappointment of last year’s fair when attendance was poor due to inclement weather. The Florida State Fair Authority receives no annual appropriation of state or local taxes and must rely on its own operations, which includes the annual State Fair, to fund its ongoing operations, support its educational and agricultural programming, and to maintain and improve its property and facilities.
"The 2011 Florida State Fair provided an opportunity for families to come together for a fun-filled event, rich in the agricultural heritage,” said Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam. “I want to thank the Florida State Fair Authority staff, as well as the volunteers, entertainers, vendors and participants; for it was their hard work and contributions that made this year’s fair better than ever."
The State Fair’s agribusiness department prides itself in providing the opportunity for almost two thousand youth and adults to compete in a large number of agricultural competitions and programs. Almost 4,700 animals were on display during the Fair’s run. From chickens to cattle to hogs to sheep, ten different species were on display. While the final total has not been tallied, an estimated $400,000 in premiums, awards, and scholarships are expected to be paid out this year to agricultural exhibitors and others.
This year’s Fair provided an outstanding value to its fairgoers. Over 100 things to do and see each day were available at no additional charge (other than gate admission) to those attending the Fair. The Fair’s midway offered 106 rides of every type and description. The family friendly midway, separate from the main midway, offered a special selection of rides, food, and seating that was geared primarily to families with young children. Some of the entertainment scheduled throughout the day, included “Celebrate” – a Las Vegas styled show with live singers and dancers, the Dennis Lee Show, the Blues Brothers Tribute Show, Circus Hollywood, the Spanish Lyric Theater, Nock’s Helicopter Trapeze Thrill Show, Kachunga and the Alligator, the Sea Lion Splash, the Welde Bear Show, and the Hollywood Racing Pigs. And, of course, Cracker Country was open each day for fairgoers to experience the life style and crafts of 1890’s rural Florida.
In addition, the Florida Center offered guests the opportunity to view a wide variety of special craft items including hand-made quilts, intricate wood carvings, and mosaic dollhouses. Youth fine art pieces, wines competition, and horticultural exhibits were also displayed there.
“We are pleased that the Florida State Fair continues to offer guests everything a fair should; fun, livestock, great food, rides and entertainment; all at an outstanding value,” Pesano concluded.
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For additional information contact Rip Stalvey, Director of Marketing and Museum Operations at 813-477-3138, or by email at rip.stalvey@freshfromflorida.com
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
Florida State Fair Champion of Champions Program
By the time students throughout the state of Florida head off to school, 4-H and FFA students have already had a full morning of caring for their special animal projects. As the primary care givers, students take on the responsibility of feeding, walking and otherwise raising the animals to their full potential. These dedicated young individuals are part of a special program known as the Champion of Champions.
Years ago, the Florida State Fair in conjunction with the University of Florida developed the Champion of Champions program. This program allows for students to participate in a four year rotation in which they learn information related directly to their animal project. Over this four year rotation period students learn about nutrition and reproduction for their animals, how to correctly market the animal as well as useful skills, such as knot tying. Materials for these educational courses are provided to each student by the Florida State Fair. The educational component which is a large part, prepares the students each year to participate as a youth exhibitor in the livestock portion of the Florida State Fair. Participation in this particular program has increased by more than 85 % since its inception, and shows no signs of slowing down.
It is amazing to see a young individual take on a complex project of raising an animal rather than sitting in front of a video game. It takes great determination and dedication to grow these animals to their max potential and to also take on the educational components involved. One youth exhibitor stated, “It is a tremendous learning experience for me. I thought all I had to do was lead an animal around a show ring. I soon found out there was much more to this project”.
The premise of the Champion program is for the youth exhibitors to earn points which are converted to money and Achievement Premiums after the Fair. The youth exhibitors may do this by participating in various educational activities throughout the fair. This is their opportunity to show off the hard work and time they have put into their animals. All activities were designed to give the youth exhibitors a better understanding of their project. Each year there are about nine activities in which they can participate. These activities range from attending educational seminars, creating an educational poster, showmanship competition and the popular Skilathon. In the Skilathon, the youth exhibitors take a timed test covering the knowledge they have learned from the provided Skilathon manual.
Champion of Champions offers a special opportunity for the youth who are mentally or academically challenged by eliminating the time limit on certain activities, as well as providing a mentor to assist. This allows these youths to compete with their friends and still have a chance to win.
At the end, the points are totaled within each species and the top four seniors with the highest number of points are announced as the Champion Youth. They are awarded savings bonds ranging from $1,000.00 for highest point individual to $250.00 for 4th place individual. The Intermediate and Junior high point individuals are also announced and awarded $100.00 savings bonds. At this point the competition the top four senior winners in each of the eight species continue on to the final Champion of Champions competition which is held on the last day of the Fair in the Special Events center. This round robin competition requires these winners to display their skills and knowledge in all eight species of livestock production.
During Champion of Champions awards banquet where exhibitors, sponsors, parents, 4 – H Leaders, FFA Teachers, committee members, and staff join to recognize the winners. At the conclusion of the awards presentations, the top 6 winners of the round robin competition are recognized with trophies and savings bonds as follows: 1st place Champion of Champions - $3,000.00, 2nd place - $2,500.00, 3rd place - $2,000.00, 4th place - $1,500.00, 5th place - $1,000.00, 6th place - $500.00.
At the 2010 Florida State Fair Youth Exhibitors earned more than $150,000.00 in Achievement Premiums and Savings Bonds, in addition to the animal premiums of over $167,000.00.
The Champion of Champions program trains today’s youth to become our agricultural leaders of tomorrow. This program takes a lot of work and support from a large number of people. University staffs, sponsors, parents, volunteers and the dedicated board members of the Florida State Fair Authority, all support the program.
The 2011 Florida State Fair dates are February 10th through 21st. The Florida State Fair – “The Best Time of the Year” – is organized by the Florida State Fair Authority under the leadership of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
For further information on the Champion of Champions program, please contact Vina Jean Banks, Director of Agribusiness, 813-627- 4338 or VinaJean.Banks@freshfromflorida.com.
Years ago, the Florida State Fair in conjunction with the University of Florida developed the Champion of Champions program. This program allows for students to participate in a four year rotation in which they learn information related directly to their animal project. Over this four year rotation period students learn about nutrition and reproduction for their animals, how to correctly market the animal as well as useful skills, such as knot tying. Materials for these educational courses are provided to each student by the Florida State Fair. The educational component which is a large part, prepares the students each year to participate as a youth exhibitor in the livestock portion of the Florida State Fair. Participation in this particular program has increased by more than 85 % since its inception, and shows no signs of slowing down.
It is amazing to see a young individual take on a complex project of raising an animal rather than sitting in front of a video game. It takes great determination and dedication to grow these animals to their max potential and to also take on the educational components involved. One youth exhibitor stated, “It is a tremendous learning experience for me. I thought all I had to do was lead an animal around a show ring. I soon found out there was much more to this project”.
The premise of the Champion program is for the youth exhibitors to earn points which are converted to money and Achievement Premiums after the Fair. The youth exhibitors may do this by participating in various educational activities throughout the fair. This is their opportunity to show off the hard work and time they have put into their animals. All activities were designed to give the youth exhibitors a better understanding of their project. Each year there are about nine activities in which they can participate. These activities range from attending educational seminars, creating an educational poster, showmanship competition and the popular Skilathon. In the Skilathon, the youth exhibitors take a timed test covering the knowledge they have learned from the provided Skilathon manual.
Champion of Champions offers a special opportunity for the youth who are mentally or academically challenged by eliminating the time limit on certain activities, as well as providing a mentor to assist. This allows these youths to compete with their friends and still have a chance to win.
At the end, the points are totaled within each species and the top four seniors with the highest number of points are announced as the Champion Youth. They are awarded savings bonds ranging from $1,000.00 for highest point individual to $250.00 for 4th place individual. The Intermediate and Junior high point individuals are also announced and awarded $100.00 savings bonds. At this point the competition the top four senior winners in each of the eight species continue on to the final Champion of Champions competition which is held on the last day of the Fair in the Special Events center. This round robin competition requires these winners to display their skills and knowledge in all eight species of livestock production.
During Champion of Champions awards banquet where exhibitors, sponsors, parents, 4 – H Leaders, FFA Teachers, committee members, and staff join to recognize the winners. At the conclusion of the awards presentations, the top 6 winners of the round robin competition are recognized with trophies and savings bonds as follows: 1st place Champion of Champions - $3,000.00, 2nd place - $2,500.00, 3rd place - $2,000.00, 4th place - $1,500.00, 5th place - $1,000.00, 6th place - $500.00.
At the 2010 Florida State Fair Youth Exhibitors earned more than $150,000.00 in Achievement Premiums and Savings Bonds, in addition to the animal premiums of over $167,000.00.
The Champion of Champions program trains today’s youth to become our agricultural leaders of tomorrow. This program takes a lot of work and support from a large number of people. University staffs, sponsors, parents, volunteers and the dedicated board members of the Florida State Fair Authority, all support the program.
The 2011 Florida State Fair dates are February 10th through 21st. The Florida State Fair – “The Best Time of the Year” – is organized by the Florida State Fair Authority under the leadership of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
For further information on the Champion of Champions program, please contact Vina Jean Banks, Director of Agribusiness, 813-627- 4338 or VinaJean.Banks@freshfromflorida.com.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Eat.Ride.Laugh....and Shop Till Ya Drop!!
With only 1 day left (after today) of "The Best Time of the Year" you have limited time to fit in all your favorite fair foods, rides and free shows!! Oh! And don't forget the shopping!!! That's right, no need to hit the mall, you can buy everything from homemade goods over at the Special Events Center, to pots, lottery tickets, make up, jewelry, and products you didn't know existed over in Expo Hall. Also, pick up the official Florida State Fair Cookbook for sale over at the Florida Center. So before you hit the gates, shop till ya drop!
Friday, February 18, 2011
Why it is “The Best Time of the Year”
Why do you think the Florida State Fair is “The Best Time of the Year”? Here is what the Florida State Fair’s Facebook Fans said.
“The Florida State Fair is the best time of the year since you can spend a fun day with family and friends. You've got rides, food, shopping, entertainment, animals, agriculture, art and some much more! There is no better time and value anywhere else then the Florida State Fair”.-Gary C Riggs Jr.
“It’s the best time of the year for all your new family members to be able to experience the fair, this year my children ages 5 -4 - 3 are coming along to enjoy the rides, animals, food, and music. We love the state fair”!!-Jamie Wilson
“Sometimes you want to be a responsible adult. Other times you want to eat things on sticks and ride in the Batcopter. It's the best time of year because it's the best time to let out your inner squealing five year old who just wants to wear footie pajamas and eat candy for breakfast, no matter what your actual age is”.- Dora Breckinridge
“For me and my twin sister, it's the best time of the year because it always falls around our birthday! We gather all our friends and go every year to celebrate our birthday. There's no better way to celebrate than with all sorts of rides and fried foods. No matter how old you get, it's the best reminder that everyone is still really a kid”.-Holly Hood
“It is the best time of the year because every one of ALL ages, backgrounds and lifestyles can come together to one place and have a blast! Whether you like animals, crafts, Elvis impersonators, carnival games, thrilling rides or interesting fair-unique food, you can come and share great memories at the fairgrounds every year! (Oh and it always falls on Valentine’s Day, which is really romantic!)”-Kassy Leasure
“My birthday usually corresponds with the state fair. This year will be the big 30, and we'll be celebrating going on all the rides one day and the next going to all the shows and junking out on all the delicious but bad for us fair food! I couldn't believe how much there is to see and do at the fair! Such a great value! Always something to do for ANYONE in your family! (young and old alike!)”-Allison Whitcomb
“So much to love! Fun rides, fantastic animals, and the food - we literally eat our way through the Fair! We spend hours there! Plus, it's close to home! All-around WINNER”!-Diane Dunphy Radtke
“Going to the Florida State Fair has been a tradition in my family for as long as I can remember! Even now that I'm married and living away from Tampa I am still meeting my family for the annual tradition, I can't wait”!-Cristina Rodriguez
“The Florida State Fair is the best time of the year since you can spend a fun day with family and friends. You've got rides, food, shopping, entertainment, animals, agriculture, art and some much more! There is no better time and value anywhere else then the Florida State Fair”.-Gary C Riggs Jr.
“It’s the best time of the year for all your new family members to be able to experience the fair, this year my children ages 5 -4 - 3 are coming along to enjoy the rides, animals, food, and music. We love the state fair”!!-Jamie Wilson
“Sometimes you want to be a responsible adult. Other times you want to eat things on sticks and ride in the Batcopter. It's the best time of year because it's the best time to let out your inner squealing five year old who just wants to wear footie pajamas and eat candy for breakfast, no matter what your actual age is”.- Dora Breckinridge
“For me and my twin sister, it's the best time of the year because it always falls around our birthday! We gather all our friends and go every year to celebrate our birthday. There's no better way to celebrate than with all sorts of rides and fried foods. No matter how old you get, it's the best reminder that everyone is still really a kid”.-Holly Hood
“It is the best time of the year because every one of ALL ages, backgrounds and lifestyles can come together to one place and have a blast! Whether you like animals, crafts, Elvis impersonators, carnival games, thrilling rides or interesting fair-unique food, you can come and share great memories at the fairgrounds every year! (Oh and it always falls on Valentine’s Day, which is really romantic!)”-Kassy Leasure
“My birthday usually corresponds with the state fair. This year will be the big 30, and we'll be celebrating going on all the rides one day and the next going to all the shows and junking out on all the delicious but bad for us fair food! I couldn't believe how much there is to see and do at the fair! Such a great value! Always something to do for ANYONE in your family! (young and old alike!)”-Allison Whitcomb
“So much to love! Fun rides, fantastic animals, and the food - we literally eat our way through the Fair! We spend hours there! Plus, it's close to home! All-around WINNER”!-Diane Dunphy Radtke
“Going to the Florida State Fair has been a tradition in my family for as long as I can remember! Even now that I'm married and living away from Tampa I am still meeting my family for the annual tradition, I can't wait”!-Cristina Rodriguez
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Free fair admission today after 4pm!
Yes you read that right. The Florida State Fair is granting anyone that has a craving for a deep fried slice of pizza, an ice cream cheeseburger, or a love of animals in to the grounds for an evening they will never forget. Yes! Free night at the fair is back!
As a fair employee, I haven't tried everything here, so if you have already been to the fair, you definitely haven't seen it all. With over 100 things to do for free, you can easily get lost in the moment on any of the rides, eating any of the foods, and watching any of the entertainment acts.
If you haven't "liked" us on facebook, make sure you do that before you come out for some very special ways to experience the fair on your mobile device. Our staff likes to to do special things for our fans, like give out coupon value books with hundreds of dollars in savings bound into a small wallet of coupons. Some of our vendors will even give you free things if you like there page as well!
The possibilities are endless to have a good time tonight! Parking is free, and admission is free after 4pm? What other entertainment venue of our size does that? And offers more?
We love you Tampa Bay! So come and enjoy some fun on us!
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
2011 BATON TWIRLING CHAMPIONSHIPS AT THE FLORIDA STATE FAIR FEBRUARY 19th
More than 200 twirlers from across Florida will travel to Tampa to showcase their twirling talent in the 2011 Florida State Fair Baton Twirling Championships.
The competition begins at 9:00 A.M. February 19th in the Charles M. Davis Special Events Center, marking the eighth time the Florida State Fair hosts the championships. Participants range in age from five to adult and will be competing in various twirling categories, including fancy strut straight line, super X-strut, basic strut, military, solo, 2-baton, 3-baton and duets.
Entrants will be able to compete individually, or as members of a twirling group, and all middle and high schools are invited to bring their twirling teams to the competition.
“The twirling competition is open to the public and we hope to make people more aware of twirling as a sport,” said Lynann Hudson, committee member for the 2011 Baton Twirling Championships. “Because baton twirling is growing World-wide, hosting the competition at the Florida State Fair is a great way to let the public experience a very exciting event.”
The top three twirlers will be awarded gold, silver and bronze medals, and a special award will be presented to the Solo Twirl-Off Champions in the novice, beginner, intermediate and advance divisions. The top two groups competing will also receive trophies.
For more information on the 2011 Florida Baton Twirling Championship please log on to www.floridastatefair.com, or call 1-800-345-3247.
The competition begins at 9:00 A.M. February 19th in the Charles M. Davis Special Events Center, marking the eighth time the Florida State Fair hosts the championships. Participants range in age from five to adult and will be competing in various twirling categories, including fancy strut straight line, super X-strut, basic strut, military, solo, 2-baton, 3-baton and duets.
Entrants will be able to compete individually, or as members of a twirling group, and all middle and high schools are invited to bring their twirling teams to the competition.
“The twirling competition is open to the public and we hope to make people more aware of twirling as a sport,” said Lynann Hudson, committee member for the 2011 Baton Twirling Championships. “Because baton twirling is growing World-wide, hosting the competition at the Florida State Fair is a great way to let the public experience a very exciting event.”
The top three twirlers will be awarded gold, silver and bronze medals, and a special award will be presented to the Solo Twirl-Off Champions in the novice, beginner, intermediate and advance divisions. The top two groups competing will also receive trophies.
For more information on the 2011 Florida Baton Twirling Championship please log on to www.floridastatefair.com, or call 1-800-345-3247.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
14 Romantic things to do at the Fair on Valentines Day
1 - Eat chocolate covered strawberries
2 - Get your hearts pounding together on the "Big Sling"
3 - Take Salsa Dance Lessons together anytime from 10-5
4 - Have a steak dinner at Pickle Barrel Sirloin Tips
5 - Get a couples portrait! Have a caricature done!
6 - The sky glider.....a sunset view of the fair
7 - Sneak away together to have your shoes shined
8 - Footsie Tootsie massage!
9 - Show your skills and win a stuffed animal for your sweetheart
10 - Get a smooch from a giraffe at "Giraffic Park"
11 - Ride the "Giant Wheel" at sunset
12 - Share a red velvet funnel cake or bacon maple cupcake with your sweetheart
13 - What's your number? Find out what number you are at the sleep number booth inside expo hall.
14 - Share a "Strawberry Shortcake" on a stick at Mamma Mia's in the World Village. Battered, fried, and topped with whipped cream of course.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Midway Power Hour
The Florida State Fair puts together a great new program for its guests, where they can save on Midway rides. During “Power Hour”, each ride only costs one dollar, and will take place on Saturday the 12th and Saturday the 19th, between 10 am and 11am on the Midway.
This program was designed to let Fair guests experience more rides for a discounted rate. During the week, tickets are priced at a dollar each, and most rides require 3-6 tickets. Even the Family Friendly Midway on the east side of the property will be participating in this discount program. This will allow the Fair’s younger audience to take advantage of the savings.
Rip Stalvey, Director of Marketing and Museum Operations for the Florida State Fair Authority, comments, “For us, the Power Hour is a way to give back to our Fair ride fans. The most important thing to experience when you come to the Fair is fun, and the Midway Power Hour helps fair goers achieve that at a good value”.
The Fair ride enthusiast must choose wisely, for there are over one hundred rides that are included in the program. Attractions and Thrill Zone rides, will not participate in “Power Hour”.
The Florida State Fair, “The Best Time of the Year,” takes place at the Florida State Fairgrounds February 10th – 21st. For more information on tickets, rides, food, and free entertainment, visit floridastatefair.com.
This program was designed to let Fair guests experience more rides for a discounted rate. During the week, tickets are priced at a dollar each, and most rides require 3-6 tickets. Even the Family Friendly Midway on the east side of the property will be participating in this discount program. This will allow the Fair’s younger audience to take advantage of the savings.
Rip Stalvey, Director of Marketing and Museum Operations for the Florida State Fair Authority, comments, “For us, the Power Hour is a way to give back to our Fair ride fans. The most important thing to experience when you come to the Fair is fun, and the Midway Power Hour helps fair goers achieve that at a good value”.
The Fair ride enthusiast must choose wisely, for there are over one hundred rides that are included in the program. Attractions and Thrill Zone rides, will not participate in “Power Hour”.
The Florida State Fair, “The Best Time of the Year,” takes place at the Florida State Fairgrounds February 10th – 21st. For more information on tickets, rides, food, and free entertainment, visit floridastatefair.com.
Monday, February 7, 2011
Florida State Fair Adds Pinellas County Student Day
When the Florida State Fair Authority learned that school students in Pinellas County were not getting Presidents Day off, it immediately moved to accommodate the students on another day.
“We certainly want Pinellas students to have an opportunity to enjoy the Florida State Fair,” said Charles Pesano, Executive Director with the Fair Authority. “Pinellas County students will be receiving a free ticket to visit the Florida State Fair, just like students in surrounding counties,” Pesano added.
Since Pinellas students are off on February 14th this year rather than Presidents Day, the Fair Authority will designate February 14th as Pinellas County Student Day. Students will now have the opportunity to come enjoy the great rides, delicious food, and fun times and won’t have to buy an admission ticket to do it, just by bringing their provided ticket.
Additionally the Fair Authority will include February 14th in the new Midway Power Hour promotion. The Midway Power Hour will allow guests to experience some great rides for just one dollar from 12 noon until 1pm. Certain thrill and specialty rides are excluded.
“We have always stressed providing good value for our guests, that’s why we added a special Midway Power Hour,” Pesano said. “It was the right thing to do,” he concluded.
“We certainly want Pinellas students to have an opportunity to enjoy the Florida State Fair,” said Charles Pesano, Executive Director with the Fair Authority. “Pinellas County students will be receiving a free ticket to visit the Florida State Fair, just like students in surrounding counties,” Pesano added.
Since Pinellas students are off on February 14th this year rather than Presidents Day, the Fair Authority will designate February 14th as Pinellas County Student Day. Students will now have the opportunity to come enjoy the great rides, delicious food, and fun times and won’t have to buy an admission ticket to do it, just by bringing their provided ticket.
Additionally the Fair Authority will include February 14th in the new Midway Power Hour promotion. The Midway Power Hour will allow guests to experience some great rides for just one dollar from 12 noon until 1pm. Certain thrill and specialty rides are excluded.
“We have always stressed providing good value for our guests, that’s why we added a special Midway Power Hour,” Pesano said. “It was the right thing to do,” he concluded.
Friday, February 4, 2011
Free Tickets for School Students
Attention! Parents of Florida students! The 2011 Florida State Fair has a wonderful way to help you and your family save money during “The Best Time of the Year”. The Florida State Fair presents “Free Tickets for School Students”. Each year the following Florida county schools, Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota, and Polk hand out free Florida State Fair tickets to each student. Each student will receive one ticket for admission to the Fair on their counties assigned day. Check your kid’s backpacks, because these tickets will be handed out soon! Below are the dates in which the tickets may be redeemed:
Hillsborough County Schools- Friday, February 11th
Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota, and Polk County Schools-Monday, February 21st
For more Fair information please visit http://www.floridastatefair.com/. We look forward to seeing you at “The Best Time of the Year”.
Hillsborough County Schools- Friday, February 11th
Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota, and Polk County Schools-Monday, February 21st
For more Fair information please visit http://www.floridastatefair.com/. We look forward to seeing you at “The Best Time of the Year”.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
"Corndogs and Country" Line-Up Change
The Florida State Fair announced a line-up change to the 2011 “Corndogs and Country” Concert scheduled for the 2011 State Fair. Country singer Colt Ford will replace Jake Owen at the pop country concert taking place on February 11, 2011, 6pm at the Live Nation’s 1-800-ASK- GARY Amphitheatre. The other performers for “Corn Dogs and Country” include Craig Morgan, Joe Nichols, Sunny Sweeney and Brett Eldredge. Tickets are $20, plus fees, and are on sale now at LiveNation.com.
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