I love going to the Florida State Fair and I love not spending loads of money. Luckily, this is possible. Here are the 19 free things I’m most looking forward to at the 2020 Florida State Fair.
Free Parking – There’s nothing I hate more than paying for tickets to an event and then having to pay $25+ for parking. Parking at the 2020 Florida State Fair is free, so do not pay $25 to park in somebody’s driveway!
Sea Lion Splash – Featuring three sea lions that love to put on a show and get fishy treats. M-Th: 12:30, 2:30, 6:30; F-Su: 12:30, 2:30, 6:30.
Ripley’s Believe It Or Not Odditorium – Who knows what crazy things Ripley’s will be putting in their odditorium, but I’m sure it will run the spectrum from gross to incredible. M-Th: 10:00 – 9:00; F-Su: 9:00 – 9:00.
Circus Hollywood – Circus Hollywood is a classic circus with a “new modern, twist.” Should be fun. M-F: 12:15, 2:30, 5:30; Sa-Su: 12:15, 2:30, 5:30, 7:30.
SOAR by Natural Encounters – Close encounters with live animal demonstrations. I’m going to be sure to bring my kids to this one. M-Th: 11:00, 1:00, 3:00; F-Su: 11:00, 1:00, 3:00, 4:30.
Team Big Air – Remember the NBA Jam video game? Team Big Air is like that in real life, with trampolines and fun tricks. M-Th: 12:00, 2:30, 6:30; F-Su: 12:30, 2:30, 4:00, 6:30.
Xpogo – Extreme pogo stick performances! It will blow your mind! M-Th: 12:00, 2:30, 6:30; F-Su: 12:30, 2:30, 4:00, 6:30.
Demolition Derby – Nothing adds a touch of class to a state fair better than a bunch of cars smashing into each other! I would guess you need to arrive a bit early to snag a seat. Feb 8 – 7:00; Feb 9 – 2:00.
Pony Rides – My kids will like this one. This will definitely be on my itinerary. M-Th: 10:00 – 8:00; F-Su: 9:00 – 8:00.
Ranch Rodeo – Watch four cowboys and a cowgirl as they compete against each other in ranch games to find out who is the best. Feb 14 – 7:00; Feb 15 – 3:00 & 6:00.
Dueling Pianos – Watch as they battle it out on two baby grand pianos! They’ll sing too! M-Th: 12:00, 3:00, 6:30; F-Sa: 12:00, 3:00, 5:30, 7:30; Sun: 12:00, 3:00, 5:30.
Daredevil Daze – A motorcycle show filled with tricks and daring stunts! M-Th: 12:00, 4:00, 8:00; F-Su: 12:00, 4:00, 8:00.
Extreme Dogs – The dogs will put on all the classic dog show tricks. Another one that kids will love. M-Th: 11:00, 3:00, 7:00; F-Su: 11:00, 3:00, 7:00.
Hollywood Racing Pigs – It’s a pig race. M-Th: 11:00, 1:30, 4:30, 7:00; F-Su: 11:00, 1:30, 4:30, 7:00.
Kids Can Cook – Yup, pretty much what it sounds like. The kids will have a chance to cook some food! M-Th: 11:30, 2:00, 5:30; F-Su: 11:30, 2:00, 5:30.
Antwan Tower – Magician and mind-reading shows! Should be interesting! M-Th: 11:00, 1:30, 4:30; F-Su: 11:00, 1:30, 4:30, 6:30.
Funny Little People – A comedy dance act with people in costume that wander around the state fair grounds. Daily: 11:30 2:00, 4:00, 6:00.
Live Music – There is a ton of live music by local talent, from country, bluegrass, classic rock cover bands and even a one man band.
Exhibits – Then, of course, you can’t have a state fair with a bunch of agricultural exhibits! On the docket this year is a petting zoo that includes a giraffe that you can feed, Cracker Country (a 19th century FL town), Florida Fish and Wildlife Exhibit, Livestock Barns, Milking Parlor, and more.
So, in conclusion, there are a ton of fun, free things to do at the FL state fair. The 19 things above are just the things I’m looking forward to. There are a bunch of other free stuff too.
Remember to buy tickets online or from participating Publix, as those tickets are cheaper than the tickets at the gate.
