how late is the florida state fair open

The Florida State Fair is generally open until 9 p.m. on all fair days in 2026, with entry gates listed as closing at 9 p.m. as well.

Quick Scoop: Today’s Hours

For the 2026 Florida State Fair in Tampa (Feb 5–16, 2026):

• Monday–Thursday:
  • Entry gates: 11 a.m.–9 p.m.

* Event listings show fair hours as 11 a.m.–9 p.m.

• Friday–Sunday & Presidents Day:
  • Entry gates: 10 a.m.–9 p.m.

Most public listings (including Visit Tampa Bay’s event page) show the fair running from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on the dates you can attend, which lines up with the 9 p.m. closing time.

Important Fine Print

• The fair authority notes that hours are “subject to change” without notice.

• Weather or special events (like concerts) can lead to occasional adjustments or later activity in specific areas, even if the official published closing remains 9 p.m.

Practical Tip

If you’re planning an evening visit and want maximum time:

1. Aim to arrive no later than 7 p.m. so you can get through parking, security, and still enjoy rides and food.
2. Double-check the official Florida State Fair website or their social channels on the same day you go, in case of weather or schedule changes.

Bottom note: Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.