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From llamas to dogs to rabbits, we host a wide range of agriculture shows. Check out the individual pages below for more information.

VIP Parking for the 2026 Florida State Fair

Secure your premium parking spot inside the Fairgrounds!

Sales open January 1 at 6:00 PM — limited availability, first come, first serve.

All proceeds support the Champion of Champions program.
Thank you for uplifting Florida’s youth exhibitors!

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Contact Team Members Directly

For specialized or official business matters, media inquiries, or complex departmental questions, you may contact our leadership and key staff directly. Please use the general contact form above for all general fair, ticket, or basic visitor questions.

Executive Leadership & Operations

Cheryl Flood, Chief Executive Officer (813) 627-4221
John Prestianni, Chief Financial Officer (813) 627-4219
Michael Rogalsky, Chief Operations Officer (813) 627-4224

Department Directors & Managers

Scott Baker, Director of IT (813) 740-4656
Cynthia Burgos, Sales Manager (813) 663-3405
Patty Chandler, Director of Marketing & Partnerships (813) 627-4227
Clay Crosby, Director of Equestrian (813) 627-4217
Cindy Horton, Director of Museum Operations (813) 627-4225
Lynann Hudson, Director of Agribusiness (813) 627-4339
Brooke Hart, Event Services Manager 813.740.4293
Shannon Dixie, Corporate Sponsorship & Sales Executive (813) 957-7385
Kimberley Moritz, Camping Coordinator (813) 740-4642
Dianne Stahl, Volunteer Coordinator (813) 404-5839

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Events & Tickets
Fairgrounds Map
  • MidFlorida Amphitheater US Hwy 301 Entrance
  • Bob Thomas Equestrian Center
    Bob Thomas Equestrian Center Orient Road Entrance, Gate 4
  • TECO Arena
    TECO Arena MLK Blvd Entrance, Gate 3
  • Cracker Country
    Cracker Country MLK Blvd Entrance, Gate 2
  • Florida State Fairgrounds - Expo Hall
    Expo Hall US Hwy 301 Entrance, Gate 1
  • Florida State Fairgrounds - Entertainment Hall
    Entertainment Hall US Hwy 301 Entrance, Gate 1
  • Florida State Fairgrounds - The Florida Center
    Florida Center MLK Blvd Entrance, Gate 2
  • Florida State Fairgrounds - Special Events Center
    Special Events Center MLK Blvd Entrance, Gate 3