The 2026 Florida State Fair is finally here, taking over the Florida State Fairgrounds from Feb. 5 through Feb. 16.From rides and games, to fair food, to live entertainment, the annual event is packed with fun for all ages.Here' s everything you need to know before heading to the Fairgrounds, located at 301 U.S. Highway 301 North, Tampa.FAIR HOURS Monday Thursday Gates open: 11 a.m. -9 p.m. Midway opens: 1 p.m. Friday Sunday and Presidents Day Gates open: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Midway opens: 10:30 a.m. PARKING There are three entrances to the Fairgrounds parking facilities: Orient Road Martin Luther King US 301 Parking prices: Advance (through Feb. 4): $8 Online (Feb. 5-16): $10 On-site: $15Tampa Bay 28 Meteorologist Ally Blake breaks down all the new changes on parking at the State Fair. TICKET PRICES Monday Thursday: Adult: $12 Child (6-11): $7 Seniors (55+): $11 Midway Ride Armbands (any age): $35 Friday Sunday and Presidents Day: Adult: $16 Child (6-11): $11 Midway Ride armbands (any age): $45 Purchase your tickets online here.FLORIDA STATE FAIRGROUNDS MAP 1: MidFlorida Amphitheater 2: Bob Thomas Equestrian Center 3: TECO Arena 4: Cracker Country 5: Expo Hall 6: Entertainment Hall 7: Florida Center 8: Special Events CenterNEW 2026 FAIR FOOD Birria Street Taco Pizza Located at: Pizza Emporium Candy Grapes Located at: The Candi Queen Deep Fried Cuban Burrito Located at: Chester's Gators Taters Cinnamozza Korean Corn Dog Located at: Goldenkdog Dill Devil Located at: The Pickle Jar Grilled Campfire S'more Sandwich Located at: Sunshine Concessions Dubai Chocolate Funnel Cake Located at: Wade Shows Funnel Cake Reese's Pieces Donut Burger Located at: DeAnna's Donut Burger For pictures of what these new menu items look like, click here. ...read more read less