Held from October 30 through November 9, 2025, the 32nd annual Hillsborough County Fair takes place at the Fairgrounds on Sydney Washer Road in Dover, just east of Brandon, FL.
Ticket Info
– Advance Gate Admission (one-day): Adults $11.32; Students (K–12) $8.21; Seniors (65+) $5.11. At-the-gate prices are slightly higher: Adults $13.39; Students $10.28; Seniors $7.18. Children under 5 are free
Special Deals:
- $2 admission on Oct 31
- $6.18 discounted admission from Nov 3–5
- Carload Nights (Oct 30 & Nov 6): Up to 8 people per vehicle get gate admission plus ride armbands for $56.50.
- Ride Armbands: Unlimited rides per day. Weekday advance: $28.87, Weekday regular: $34.04. Weekend (Sat/Sun) advance: $34.04, Weekend regular: $39.22
Parking
Parking is free, with dedicated handicap spaces in the main lot
Top Family Attractions
– Grandstand Events: Grandstand tickets include gate admission when purchased in advance
- Goat Yoga on opening night (Oct 30): 45-minute mini sessions
- Rodeo Weekend (Nov 1): Family Day at the Rodeo with kids’ arena activities and behind-the-scenes access
- Bulls, Barrels & Boogie (Nov 2): Bull riding followed by a live concert with Jarrod Turner & Chad Brock
- Truck & Tractor Pull (Nov 7–8), and Demolition Derby (Nov 9): Thrilling arena favorites.
– New Interactive Attractions:
- Farm to Fair highlights local agriculture.
- Riddle Me This? offers puzzles, optical illusions, games, and riddles.
- Daily free entertainment includes a thrill circus, magic shows, firefighter demos, and roaming characters like Farmer Sydney and the Cowgirl Circus
– Livestock Exhibits: Over 1,000 youth participants showcase their projects—great for educational, immersive fun
This fair offers a perfect blend of rides, shows, agricultural exhibits, and family-friendly fun, plus smart ticket promotions and free parking—ideal for parents planning an unforgettable outing. Don't forget to download your FREE Fair Scavenger Hunt to take with you while you're there!
