<div id="c3be0912bb716eee4ca644c1dfc4ecde4"></div>The Hillsborough County Fair is back this year from October 30 to November 9, 2025!
From yummy fair foods to great activities and rides, the fair is a great spot for a weeknight date with your significant other, and we've got all the details to help you plan a fantastic day out!
Hillsborough County Fair Ticket Details
Parking for the fair is always free! Enjoy $2 entry on Friday, October 31, for $2 Night, and discounted fair admission from Monday, November 3, to Wednesday, November 5.
Carload Night: Thursday, October 30, and Thursday, November 6 are Carload Nights! Pay one flat admission price for everyone who can legally sit inside your vehicle with seatbelts (up to 8 people). This is one of the best deals, as Carload night admission also includes ride armbands!
Available online only: Looking to bring the whole family? Consider a Family 4-Pack of fair tickets starting at $99 on weekdays and $109 on weekends.
Advance Purchase Fair Admission Prices:
Adult admission: $11.32
Senior admission (65 and over): $5.11
Student admission (K-12 grade): $8.21
Gate admission (child 5 and under): Free
Ride Armband Prices: These arm band prices do not include the cost of gate admission.
Weekday (Monday-Friday): $28.87
Weekend (Saturday and Sunday): $34.04
What are the hours for the Hillsborough County Fair this year?
With this year's fair being packed full of fun activities, you may want to come back for more than one day! Here are the details regarding this year's fair schedule.
October 30, 31, and November 6, 7, 2025
Gate hours: 5 p.m.-10 p.m.
Carnival hours: 5 p.m.-11 p.m.
November 3, 4, 5, 2025
Gate hours: 5 p.m.-9 p.m.
Carnival hours: 5 p.m.-10 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays, 2025
Gate hours: 12 p.m.-10 p.m.
Carnival hours: 5 p.m.-11 p.m.
What rides are at the Hillsborough County Fair?
There are a TON of rides and other experiences at the fair, whether you're a thrill-seeker or a chill-seeker, the fair has something for everyone to enjoy!
Merry-Go-Round
Jumbos
Tornado
Rock Star
Starship
Pharaoh's Fury
Scrambler
Bumper Cars
Storybook Fun House
Firehouse
Super Himalaya
Zipper
Samba Balloons
Motocycles
Super Slide
Monster Trucks
Teacups
Helicopters
Fire Engine
Battleship
Dizzy Dragons
Happy Swing
Superman
Orient Express Family Rollercoaster
Patriot Wheel
Cliffhanger
Mardi Gras Glass House
What events are there at the Hillsborough County Fair this year?
There are so many enjoyable Grandstand events every year, so we've gathered this year's events into a handy list so you can decide what you want to see with your special someone!
NOTE: If you buy Grandstand event tickets before October 30 at 4 p.m., your fair admission is included in your Grandstand event ticket. Anyone who purchases Grandstand event tickets after October 30 will also need to purchase a separate fair admission.
Grandstand Events
Thursday, October 30: Goat Yoga Mini Sessions ($30)
Friday, October 31: Deaf Duck Mini Bike Racing
Saturday, November 1: Rodeo Weekend Family Day ($17.53-$22.70)
Sunday, November 2: Rodeo Weekend Live country concert with Jared Turner and Chad Brock ($17.53-$27.88)
Monday, November 3: 4-H and FFA Night with tractor driving contest
Tuesday, November 4: Whip Cracking Contest
Wednesday, November 5: Monster Truck Rides
Friday, November 7: County Fair Truck and Tractor Pull and County Fair Youth Livestock Market Sales ($17.53-$22.70)
Saturday, November 8: County Fair Truck and Tractor Pull and County Fair Youth Livestock Market Sales ($17.53-$22.70)
Sunday, November 9: Demolition Derby ($17.53-$22.70)
Attractions and Shows
Firefighter Show
Riddle Me This
World of Magic
Farm to Fair
Thrill Circus
Cowgirl Circus
Cowboy Camp
Farmer Sydney
America Show Camels
AG Education Area
Hometown Exhibit
Red Schoolhouse
Sydney's Corner
Be sure to check out the exhibit building to view all of the contest entries and the respective winners, and check out the entertainment pavilion for live music.
We're wishing you a happy fall fair season!
If you're looking for more fun in the Tampa Bay Area, check our Top Picks for events, which we update every week!