Sarasota Fairgrounds

Category: Fairground

Address: 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34237, USA

Phone: +19413650818

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 9AM–5PM

Tuesday: 9AM–5PM

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 9AM–5PM

Friday: 9AM–5PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Jen Pecarina

Mar 23, 2022

We had a fantastic time today at the fair! My grandson loved the rides and the pig races and getting his face painted! Lived the $2 Tuesday! Weather was perfect. Everyone running a ride were pleasant and helpful to my young grandson. This was very much appreciated! Thank you for a great fair!

Dan Kaser

Mar 21, 2022

Always dusty, always hot, but hey..its Florida. A fun time for all ages and police presence makes you feel safe. Over priced food and games and plenty of things to look at. A very good time if you can afford it.

Bill Cromie

Mar 21, 2021

Old time fun. Simple and still carney fun. Great eats when you need a cheat night. The little ones live it for a family afternoon

Sheri Bennett-styckiewicz

Feb 17, 2019

Absolutely a great time today at the thunder on the bay event. Every kind of biker paraphernalia you could possibly want or ask for. People there can put new seats on your ride, put new lights on you ride, paint it pinstripe it ,you name it as well as all the fancy clothing and fixings for your lady and you that you could possibly want or ask for. Great drinks, great bands and shows bikers doing trick jumping, just a great venue all the way around.. All kinds of different bike designs to see . I have taken many pictures enjoy it's open again tomorrow I highly recommend you go it's only $5 to get in and all the money goes to charity

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Questions & Answers

Does the fair rent eletric wheel chairs or scooters?

Gina McLeod | Apr 18, 2018
Douglas MacGregor | Apr 19, 2018

No

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What time do they stop selling the armbands?

Tana Allen | Apr 18, 2018
Joshua Heitman | Apr 19, 2018

9pm

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Can you bring your dog

David Buselli | Apr 18, 2019
Joell Slaybaugh | Apr 19, 2019

Yes I seen little dogs walking around with the owners

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do you have to buy tickets

Infinite_ Animations | Apr 18, 2018
Lun Crazed | Apr 19, 2018

Yes. Tickets cost 8$ for adults, 4$ for active military, 4$ for senior citizens(55+) and 4$ for kids 6-17. Anyone 5 and under free. On friday march 16th: 2pm-5 pm is 1$ admition for anyone. 1$ admision is also available on monday march 19th, from 5-10pm, and Friday march 23rd from 2-5 pm. You'll also have to pay to ride any rides (i suggest the arm band if you wanna ride more then 2 rides.) And youll have to pay for food. (I suggest bee's dinner) but the shows on the main stage and the pig races and other entertainment like the art gallery are free after you get inside.

iS THE FAIR GOING TO BE OPEN TONIGHT?

Cliff Bloodsworth | Mar 27, 2022
Anthony Keller | Mar 28, 2022

Yes, no concealed carry. Because of some gunfire,last year and now again this year.

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Is the fair going to be shutdown I heard there was a shooting last night.

Brittany Ehlert Star | Apr 17, 2021
Jason Bock | Apr 18, 2021

Yes its open

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Is the fair still open

Eli Delgado | Apr 17, 2021
John Therasse II | Apr 18, 2021

Yes the fair is open. Come out and enjoy the food, games and rides.

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Are you guys open right now?

Marely Montes | Apr 17, 2021
Cynthia Blair | Apr 18, 2021

The Suncoast Renaissance festival starts Saturday.

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Is this event cancelled

DAN SHUDA | Apr 17, 2020
CURTIS CARTER | Apr 18, 2020

CHECK WEB PAGE TO CONFIRM. IT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. The management feels that they need to shut down to protect the community. happen Friday afternoon. Check the web site and listen to local Sarasota/Bradenton news and radio.

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Can you camp overnight?

Nancy Clendenning | Apr 17, 2020
William Rafferty | Apr 18, 2020

I don't think they're going to have overnight camping at the fairgrounds.

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Is the haunted house at sarasota fair grounds

Peggy Shanahan | Apr 17, 2020
Jeanie Strickland | Apr 18, 2020

No it is no longer there. Call the Chamber of Congress in Sarasota and they have all the information you will need.

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Do you need to have wristbands in order to ride rides???

Em Lewis | Apr 18, 2019
Joell Slaybaugh | Apr 19, 2019

Yes or buy tickets it was cheaper to buy The Wristband then to get the tickets you can ride all the rides you want then

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Best handy cap place to park

mary cox | Apr 18, 2018
Lun Crazed | Apr 19, 2018

There's like 5 handy cap spots honestly. But id say In front of robarts arena. They have a wheel chair exessable ramp. Unless you have a wide wheel chair, in which case id suggest the side of the building instead of right up front

How many people does this fair bring in

Janet Wender | Apr 18, 2018
Sue Stephens | Apr 19, 2018

Depends from day to day. But definitely worth attending!

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Is the fair still going on

Valid ZaZa- | Apr 17, 2021
Willie Reddin | Apr 18, 2021

Sarasota fair will not be back here until next year the same time!🙏🙉

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How tall must you be to ride rides

michael brennan | Apr 17, 2021
Norma g | Apr 18, 2021

36" , 42" and 52"

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Is the fair open now ?

Egypt Pyramid | Apr 17, 2021
Brian Rentschler | Apr 18, 2021

No

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When does the fair end

Gavin Hyatt | Apr 17, 2021
Araly Jomarron | Apr 18, 2021

28th. This Sunday

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How much today's entrance

Jonathan Lopez | Apr 17, 2021
Theada Mcdowell | Apr 18, 2021

Today it's 2 dollars. 4 till 10PM

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What time do they close

Jj W | Apr 17, 2021
Jen Pecarina | Apr 18, 2021

Closes tonight at 10

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Are yall opening the fair cuz i know it different cuz tge covid-19 🙂👋🏻

mir mason | Apr 17, 2021
LUIS | Apr 18, 2021

Not sure I live in Tampa, I'm sure if you get on the website it'll give you more info I just went for the motorcycle Festival that was there last weekend and everything went without a hitch

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Can I park my tractor trailer here for the night?

Tyler Dallas | Apr 17, 2020
William Rafferty | Apr 18, 2020

I would call the office to make sure

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How much is the admission fee and parking fee for today wednessday

elijah read | Apr 18, 2019
Nessa Rod | Apr 19, 2019

Is free. They just charge inside. Depends of the activity.

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what are the open hours Monday-friday? When can you purchase arm bands? And what time are they good till?

Joy Tilley | Apr 18, 2019
Alan Meudt | Apr 19, 2019

Fri 2 PM to 11 PM Sat Noon to 11 PM Sun Noon 10 PM Mon to Thur 5 PM to 10 PM

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how much are the arm bands

Susie Prater | Apr 18, 2019
Art Damsgaard | Apr 19, 2019

Call Robarts Areana they have the answer

what's the admission price

Susie Prater | Apr 18, 2019
Tina Nixon | Apr 19, 2019

$9 for adults $5 for senior citizens and 6 and under free

Can you rent a wheelchair at the fair??

Mitzi Dumas | Apr 18, 2019
Sheri Bennett-styckiewicz | Apr 19, 2019

No there are no wheelchair rentals. Sounds like a good business to go into.

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The fair is coming up. Why is it that every year I'm verbally harassed and called a "spic" by the clown in the dunking booth. It looks like every year, you guys hire the same old racist bigot.

GOTZ DEAOMA | Apr 18, 2019
Art Damsgaard | Apr 19, 2019

The clowns job is to piss people of to get people to buy balls to get dunked its not a race thing at all

Do they use animals as entertainment in this fair?

Sarah Safi | Apr 18, 2019
Ethanisactive ` | Apr 19, 2019

No

YOUR IN SARASOTA THE OLD PEOPLE CAPITAL AND U PROVIDE NO RENTAL CARTS FOR OLD AND DISABLED WHY WHY WHY ?????????

Art Zechman | Apr 18, 2019
Steve Kennedy | Apr 19, 2019

Hi Art, I agree with you. Some type of plan should be put into action to provide pickup and delivery from your parking spot to wherever you want to go. If you mean golf carts to rent, that would not be a good idea!!! Elderly folks deserve your respect!!!

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WILL THERE B A ELECTRIC CART TO RENT FOR HANDY CAP PEOPLE

Art Zechman | Apr 18, 2019
Sheri Bennett-styckiewicz | Apr 19, 2019

I'm not sure. But you can call their office and find this information out. But I have seen people that has brought their own . In all types and sizes.

When is the last day ? What day are they ganna close

Karina Bernal | Apr 18, 2018
Jon Gillispie | Apr 19, 2018

Closed at 5pm yesterday

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What time do they close today

Cameron Cashmore | Apr 18, 2018
Bill Raymond | Apr 19, 2018

10 pm

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Asking about my little boy, He's 36in tall and wanted to know if its worth going for the amount of rides he can get on.

Rachael Margaret | Apr 18, 2019
casey schiller | Apr 19, 2019

There is a whole kids section and he can ride with an adult in some bigger ones as well

When is it open

Kelly Morales | Apr 18, 2018
Sherri Caldreon | Apr 19, 2018

You have to check their site to see what all is happening (events etc.)at the fairgrounds.

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Is Saturday festival dog friendly

Joe Lucente | Apr 18, 2018
gary squire | Apr 19, 2018

I do not know. Should be REAL SERVICE dogs at all businesses.

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How do you enter a craft in the fair?

Karol Ann Nickerson | Apr 18, 2018
Sherri Caldreon | Apr 19, 2018

Go to site, will probably give you info & how to go about it. I really enjoyed it lots! Good luck!😊

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Does Sarasota Fairgrounds have vip passes

Susan Webber | Apr 18, 2018
Jeffreybreakstone Breakstone | Apr 19, 2018

Yes

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When is the next festival, 2018

Janet Gant | Apr 18, 2018
Charles Urrea | Apr 19, 2018

Every November

What time does it open

Ronald Belcher | Apr 18, 2018
Michael Steverson | Apr 19, 2018

That would depend on what event is there.For example..the Sarasota Highland Games opens at 9am.

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Should I bring cash for purchases or do most vendors accept cards?

Melinda Marton | Apr 18, 2018
Erin Dugan | Apr 19, 2018

Take cash. I had to visit the ATM a couple times while I was there last year and the ATM fee is about double what most ATM's charge.

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Is there discount for buying tickets in advance?

Sally Gabel | Apr 18, 2018
Charles Urrea | Apr 19, 2018

This years online discount code is cheers17 for $3 off.

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