​Celebrate the magic of the holidays in the middle of summer at one of Florida’s most unique shopping events at the Florida State Fairgrounds! Get ready to jingle all the way to the most festive shopping event of the summer, and it all happens indoors this weekend! Join the holiday fun at the first ever Tampa Christmas in July Arts & Craft Show, where holiday magic meets summertime fun. Taking place on Saturday,July 25 from 10 am – 5 pm, and Sunday, July 26 from 10 am – 4 pm,

SharkCon has something for everyone who loves the ocean, and of course, sharks. The event, features guest speakers, celebrities, mermaids, presentations, and more! SharkCon, sponsored by National Geographic, brings the stars of the shark world to Tampa. With celebrities, speakers, vendors, activities and more, with lots of fun for all ages. SharkCon returns fr its 12th year to the Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall on Saturday, July 18 - Sunday, July 19, 2026. When you exper

The boating and fishing event of the season returns to the Florida State Fairgrounds on June 26, 27 and 28, showcasing the latest boats available in the area. Ahoh Mates! The Tampa Bay Boat Show returns to the Florida State Fairgrounds this weekend, taking from Friday, June 26 - Sunday, June 28, 2026. The largest boating event in the Tampa Bay area, the popular event showcases the area's best boat dealers and manufacturers, offering a great way to see and compare all availabl

The Tampa Bay Summer RV Show showcases the adventurous outdoor and camping lifestyle, allowing visitors to the show to experience the latest trends in the market. The Tampa Bay Summer RV Show returns to the Florida State Fairgrounds from June 18 - 21, 2026, showcasing the latest trends in the outdoor and camping industry. Offering attendees the opportunity to explore hundreds of recreational vehicles from the nation’s leading manufacturers. The four-day event will bring toget

Shop the very best vintage, Y2K, 1/1 clothing makers and small businesses all under one roof. The Fairgrounds Flea, Floridas biggest vintage market returns to the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa on Saturday, April 25th and Sunday, April 26th at the Florida State Fairgrounds, featuring 30,000 square feet of indoor, A/C-cooled thrifting. No digging in the Florida heat. Just straight treasure hunting. This in-person event is an absolute paradise for fashion enthusiasts and tr

Get ready for a unique experience that brings together the world’s best tattoo artists, vibrant entertainment, diverse vendors, live and so much more! Get ready for the most dynamic tattoo and cultural celebration in the Sunshine State! Ink Mania Fest returns to the Florida State Fairgrounds for a high-octane weekend dedicated to the artistry of ink, the thrill of competition, and the pulse of urban culture. Taking place this weekend, from Friday, April 24 - Sunday, April 26,

The largest home show on Florida's west coast, with over 600 vendors is back, with ideas and inspiration forr home remodeling, upgrades, products and services. Big ideas start at the Tampa Bay Home Show! A two day event at the Florida State Fairgrounds that attracts thousands of attendees from throughout the Bay area. Taking place this weekend, April 25 and 26, explore the latest in home design, renovation and outdoor living. You can view a wide variety of home products and s

The Tampa Oddities and Art Market features 100+ incredible artist & vendorsoffering oddities, crystals and gems, handcrafted art, fossils, and more! The Oddities & Art Market returns to Tampa this weekend for its 2nd annual show on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 11 am - 6 pm at the Florida State Fairgrounds in the Florida Center, located at 4800 US Hwy 301 North Tampa. Step into a fully indoor, all-ages marketplace featuring 100+ incredible artist & vendors offering oddities,

The Great Junk Hunt is packing up all the vintage magic, cocktails, and junkin’ treasures it can pack and are bringing them straight to the Sunshine State! The Great Junk Hunt is having its first ever market in the state of Florida! The Great Junk Hunt is rollin' into the Florida State Fairgrounds on March 13-14, and it's gonna be epic! Think live music, cocktails, and a whole lotta junkin' treasure, with over 87,000 sq. ft. of vintage, rustic, farmhouse, and all sorts of re-

The largest Asian food and culture festival in the U.S. comes to Tampa, Mar 6 – 8 at Florida State Fairgrounds. Step into a three-day celebration of Asian culture, cuisine, creativity, and community at Tampa's Florida State Fairgrounds. Dream Asia hosted their first festival in Las Vegas in Spring 2025, and now expanding across the U.S., Dream Asia Festival brings together flavors from across Asia, live cultural performances, immersive workshops, family-friendly activities, a

The Tampa Bay Boat Show drops anchor at the Florida State Fairgrounds , showcasing the latest boats available in the area. Chart your course to the Florida State Fairgrounds as the Tampa Bay Boat Show returns from March 6 - 8, 2026. The largest boating event in the Tampa Bay area showcases area boat dealers and manufacturers, and offers a great way to see and compare all available makes and models in one location. Pontoons, Cruisers, Center Consoles, Jet Skis, exhibits and m

Scaradise - Florida's latest Horror Convention is back to haunt Florida State Fairgrounds from February 27 - March 1, 2026. Get ready! Scaradise , the ultimate destination for horror fans, fright seekers, and pop culture enthusiasts is back this spring, and it's coming to the Florida State Fairgrounds for three days of spooky fun. Formerly known as Spookala , this reimagined event has leveled up to bring guests an even bigger and bolder experience with the spring edition tak

The Florida State Fair features a massive midway, tons of free entertainment, mouthwatering fair food and more! Get ready for 12 unforgettable days of thrills, entertainment, and mouthwatering delights at the 2026 Florida State Fair — America’s Sunniest Celebration , returning this year from February 5 - 16. The Florida State Fair boasts the largest Midway in the USA, together with a robust agricultural program, live entertainment, crazy fair foods, crafts, competitions, an

Among the new weird and wacky new food coming to the 2026 Florida State Fair is a Reese's Pieces Donut Burger, Mexican Street Corn Funnel Cake, Hot Honey Jalapeño Popper Donuts, and more! The 2026 Florida State Fair is back will all the fun of the fair, returning to the Florida State Fairgrounds from February 5 through 16, boasting the largest Midway in the USA, together with a robust agricultural program, a circus, interactive animal exhibits and tons of new attractions, an

The greatest RV Show in the country, the Florida RV SuperShow returns to The Florida State Fairgrounds with hundreds of RVs on display. The biggest RV Show in Florida, the Florida RV SuperShow rolls into The Florida State Fairgrounds from January 14 - 18, 2026. The show will feature hundreds of RVs on display. You’ll find all types of RVs from small travel trailers to bus conversion luxury motorhomes, with r epresentation from every major RV manufacturer in the country. Plus