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Slamfest 35 trucks and cars at Florida State Fair.

Oct 11

Multiple Dates

Slamfest 35: Truck & Car Show

Special Events Center

Car Show, Trade Shows & Expos

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Description

Get ready for one of the Southeast’s premier custom vehicle events as Slamfest 35 rolls into the Florida State Fairgrounds! Celebrating its 35th anniversary, Slamfest brings together thousands of automotive enthusiasts for a weekend showcasing some of the nation’s top custom trucks, cars, lowriders, classic vehicles, and specialty builds.

Visitors can explore hundreds of meticulously crafted show vehicles, connect with fellow automotive fans, browse vendor exhibits, and enjoy exciting competitions and live attractions throughout the weekend.

Date & Time

October 10, 2026: 9:00am – 5:00pm
October 11, 2026: 9:00am – 4:00pm

Where to Enter

Cost

Admission
$25 per person gets you in both days!
Kid’s 12 & under are FREE
You pay at the gate with cash or card

Parking
$10 online | $12 onsite

Address

4800 U.S. Hwy 301 N
Tampa, FL 33610 United States

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Slamfest 35: Truck & Car Show

October 10 @ 9:00 am Special Events Center
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All About Tampa

Fairgrounds Map

MidFlorida Amphitheater US Hwy 301 Entrance
Bob Thomas Equestrian Center Orient Road Entrance, Gate 4
TECO Arena MLK Blvd Entrance, Gate 3
Cracker Country MLK Blvd Entrance, Gate 2
Expo Hall US Hwy 301 Entrance, Gate 1
Entertainment Hall US Hwy 301 Entrance, Gate 1
Florida Center MLK Blvd Entrance, Gate 2
Special Events Center MLK Blvd Entrance, Gate 3

Jul 15

Today

Chicago & Styx: The Windy Cities Tour

7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

All amphitheatre shows are hosted by Live Nation, our partner for premium performances in the heart of Tampa Bay.

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Jul 19 Jul 18

This Weekend

Multiple Dates

SharkCon 2026

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

SharkCon returns in 2026 bigger and better, bringing together shark experts, celebrities, photographers, and ocean enthusiasts for an unforgettable experience.…

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Jul 19 Jul 18

This Weekend

Multiple Dates

TCG Trade & Play

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

TCG Trade N Play brings collectors together to buy, sell & trade Pokemon, MTG, One Piece, Gundam & more. Family-friendly…

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Jul 18

This Weekend

Lynyrd Skynyrd with Loverboy

6:30 PM - 11:00 PM

All amphitheatre shows are hosted by Live Nation, our partner for premium performances in the heart of Tampa Bay.

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Jul 26 Jul 25

Multiple Dates

Florida Gun Show Tampa – July

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The Florida Gun Show Tampa is your one-stop shop where you will enjoy an enormous array of new, used &…

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Jul 26 Jul 25

Multiple Dates

Tampa Christmas in July

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Get ready to jingle all the way to the most festive shopping event of the summer! Join us for the…

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Aug 2 Aug 1 Jul 31 Jul 30 Jul 29

Multiple Dates

SFRHA Futurity & Derby

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Get ready for elite competition at the SFRHA Futurity & Derby! This premier reining event brings together top riders and…

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Aug 2 Aug 1

Multiple Dates

Tampa Bay Home Show

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Transform Your Space at the Tampa Bay Home Show! Looking to renovate, redecorate, or get inspired? The Tampa Bay Home…

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Aug 9 Aug 8

Multiple Dates

Brick Fan Event Tampa

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Explore incredible LEGO® creations, interactive build zones, games, contests, and meet special LEGO® guests at the South’s premier LEGO® fan…

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Aug 16 Aug 15

Multiple Dates

FitFest

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Welcome to FitFest, formerly known as the Tampa Bay Strength And Fitness Expo, now re-imagined and expanded to become the…

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Aug 15

Fairgrounds Flea

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

The Fairgrounds Flea returns August 15 with Florida’s premier vintage and Y2K clothing market—just in time for back-to-school. Shop curated…

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Aug 23 Aug 22

Multiple Dates

Florida Gun Show Tampa – August

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The Florida Gun Show Tampa is your one-stop shop where you will enjoy an enormous array of new, used &…

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Sep 12

Totally Rad Vintage Fest

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Step into a throwback shopping experience featuring vintage clothing and accessories from the 80s, 90s, and Y2K—plus toys, records, and…

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Sep 12

Tampa Bay Women’s Expo

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Empower, inspire, and connect at the Tampa Bay Women’s Expo! Spend the day discovering inspiring speakers, hands-on workshops, and a…

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Sep 16

Pioneer Tots: Museum Toddler Event

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Toddler Event Tampa Bay: where little ones can celebrate and explore history! Age: 12 months - 4 years Get ready…

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Sep 18

Cracker Country Homeschool Day: Pioneers & Cowhunters

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Discover what life would have been like for a child growing up in a Florida farming and ranching community over…

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Sep 20 Sep 19 Sep 18

Multiple Dates

Jurassic Quest

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Embark on a journey where North America's largest moving, roaring, and breathing dinosaurs come alive in a fully immersive walk-through…

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Sep 20 Sep 19 Sep 18

Multiple Dates

Tampa Sports Collectors Expo

2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Calling all sports fans and collectors! The Tampa Bay Sports Collectors Expo brings together sports cards, memorabilia, trading cards, Pokémon…

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Sep 23

Cracker Country Homeschool Day: Pioneers & Cowhunters

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

HS Day Sept 23 2026Discover what life would have been like for a child growing up in a Florida farming…

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Sep 27 Sep 26 Sep 25

Multiple Dates

Tampa Bay Boat Show

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Ahoy Mates! The largest boating event in the Tampa Bay area showcases area boat dealers and manufacturers, from yachts to…

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Oct 4 Oct 3 Oct 2

Multiple Dates

Scaradise! Florida’s Horror Convention

1:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Prepare for a weekend packed with thrills, chills, and unforgettable encounters at Scaradise: Florida’s Horror Convention. Bringing together horror fans…

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Oct 10 Oct 9

Multiple Dates

Navratri: Opening Garba Weekend

8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Experience the vibrant Navratri celebrations in Tampa, Florida with energetic Garba, Dandiya, music, and cultural performances. Join the community for…

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Oct 11 Oct 10

Multiple Dates

Slamfest 35: Truck & Car Show

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Get ready for one of the Southeast’s premier custom vehicle events as Slamfest 35 rolls into the Florida State Fairgrounds!…

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Oct 10

Time Travelers Vintage Expo

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Time Travelers Vintage Expo is the vintage event of your dreams, currently visiting 17 cities from coast to coast across…

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Oct 17 Oct 16

Multiple Dates

Navratri

8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Experience the vibrant Navratri celebrations in Tampa, Florida with energetic Garba, Dandiya, music, and cultural performances. Join the community for four nights…

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Oct 18 Oct 17

Multiple Dates

Florida Extravaganza Toy Show

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Florida Collector Extravaganza... is back! We are Back in Tampa for Fall 2026! New vendors = New Inventory! 150+ Tables…

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Oct 18 Oct 17

Multiple Dates

Florida Gun Show Tampa – October

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The Florida Gun Show Tampa is your one-stop shop where you will enjoy an enormous array of new, used &…

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Oct 18

Florida Bridal & Wedding Expo

12:30 PM - 5:00 PM

The Bridal & Wedding Expo showcases an amazing selection of wedding professionals ready to help couples find the perfect gown,…

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Oct 24

Tampa Bay Coffee & Art Festival

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The Tampa Bay Coffee & Art Festival (TBCAF) is the first craft coffee festival of its kind in the South…

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Oct 25 Oct 24

Multiple Dates

Tampa Guitar Show

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The MVG Guitar Shows is a trade show that features many vendors displaying all types of stringed instruments (new and…

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Oct 31

India Festival

9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

India Festival Tampa is Florida's largest celebration of Indian culture, proudly organized by the Gujarati Samaj of Tampa Bay. Held…

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Dec 12

Cracker Country’s Christmas In The Country

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Bring the family for a great day experiencing the sights, sounds, and smells of an old-fashioned country Christmas. Learn how…

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Mar 9

Maintenance Labs

8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

In collaboration with the Bay Area Apartment Association, the Florida Apartment Association proudly presents Maintenance Labs — a new event featuring education…

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Mar 23

Cracker Country Homeschool Day: Florida’s Industries

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Homeschool Day - Learn about Florida's Industries What do commercial fishing, tourism, cattle ranching and citrus farming have in common?…

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Apr 28

Indigo Dyeing Workshop for Homeschoolers Ages 10-18

11:00 AM - 12:45 PM

Indigo Dyeing Workshop Learn the traditional art of indigo dyeing—fold, twist, or bind your fabric to create unique patterns, then…

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May 6

Paper Making Workshop for Homeschoolers Ages 10-18

11:00 AM - 12:45 PM

Paper Making Workshop Learn the art of traditional papermaking—filtering paper fibers, molding your sheet, and pressing it into shape. After…

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May 11

Cracker Country Homeschool Day: Music & Art

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Homeschool Day: Music & Art Designed specifically for homeschool groups & families Experience Florida’s vibrant music and art history at…

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