The Central Florida Fair is returning to Central Florida Fairgrounds on West Colonial Dr. with all the fun of the fair.
The annual Central Florida Fair returns to Orlando for its 113th year! Enjoy 11 days of fun from February 27 through March 9, 2025 and enjoy a midway featuring rides, games, food, live music and entertainment, animals, livestock exhibitions, competitive exhibits, and so much more!
The Central Florida Fair is a 501(c)(3) Not-for-Profit in Central Florida, providing a venue for local Orange, Seminole, Volusia, Lake, Osceola and Brevard County youth to show livestock and participate in creative art projects through its educational programs and community events.
Come celebrate the community and make lifelong memories with your family and friends!
The Central Florida Fair features non-stop entertainment, with this years fair including Zerbini Family Circus, RORRing RC Car Racing, Turnaround Petting Zoo, Sea Lion Splash, Circus Inferno, Pony Rides, Mini Golf, and more.
Plus, the Blockbuster Experience makes a welcome return!
Livestock is always a highlight, including swine, lamb, cattle, poultry, rabbits, cavies and horses, making the Central Florida Fair one of the largest livestock shows in the state.
2025 THEMED NIGHTS, DEALS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Opening Night Can Drive - Thursday, February 27
Join the Central Florida Fair for the opening night of the fair and make a difference in your community by participating in their canned food drive. Enjoy $1 entry into the fair with a canned food donation from 4 pm - 8 pm.
501 Band - Thursday, February 27
Join the Central Florida Fair for a night of music with 501 Band in the Beer Garden from 6 pm - 10 pm! It's free to join in with purchase of fair admission.
Battle of the Bands - February 28 - March 2
Join the Central Florida Fair at the Beer Garden for Battle of the Bands! Only 8 bands will be chosen to compete. Two bands from each of the two preliminary rounds will face off in the finals, where it's winner takes all!
Stars & Stripes Night - Monday, March 3
Join the Central Florida Fair for Stars & Stripes Night at the Central Florida Fair! All military and first responders receive FREE admission into the fair with a valid ID.
Pizza Eating Contest - Monday, March 3
Join the Central Florida Fair for a pizza eating contest at the Beer Garden, starting at 7 pm! Showcase your appetite and you could win a $50 bar tab (21+) OR 2 ride wristbands. It's free to enter, but make sure to sign up by 6pm at the Beer Garden!
$2 Tuesday - Tuesday, March 4
Enjoy $2 entry into the fair, $2 ride options, $2 food options and $2 drink specials at the Beer Garden on Tuesday, March 4. No promo code needed!
Karaoke at the Beer Garden - Wednesday, March 5
Join us for Karaoke Night in the beer garden at the Central Florida Fair from 5 pm - 10 pm! Sing your heart out, enjoy cold beers, and immerse yourself in the upbeat fair vibe. It's free to join in!
Pride Night - Wednesday, March 5
A celebration of the LGBTQ+ community featuring a variety of food, games, live music and entertainment for all to enjoy. The fair will also be hosting informational booths from local LGBTQ+ organizations to learn more about the community and how you can get involved.
Educator Night - Thursday, March 6
Join the Central Florida Fair for Educator Night! Show your school employee ID at the gate for FREE admission into the fair.
Bingo & Brews at the Beer Garden - Thursday, March 6
Join the Central Florida Fair for Bingo and Brews in the Beer Garden from 6 pm - 10 pm! Try your luck at bingo, enjoy a selection of craft beers, and soak in the lively fair atmosphere. With great prizes up for grabs, it's free to play and perfect for a fun evening out!
Lovechild at the Beer Garden - Friday, March 7
Join the Central Florida Fair for a night of live music with Lovechild in the Beer Garden from 6 pm - 10 pm! It's free to join in with purchase of fair admission.
The Creamy Scoops at the Beer Garden - Saturday, March 8
Join the Central Florida Fair for a night of live music with The Creamy Scoops in the Beer Garden from 6 pm - 10 pm! It's free to join in with purchase of fair admission.
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