Name: Sarasota County Fair
Address: 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL, 34237, US
Telephone: (941) 365-0818
Rating: 3.67

The Sarasota Fairgrounds and Robarts Arena are operated by the Sarasota Agricultural Fair Association, Inc., a 501c3 not-for-profit with a 25-member board of directors. The association produces the annual Sarasota Agricultural Fair with an annual attendance of over 140,000. The Sarasota Fair moves into the 21st Century dedicated to continue showcasing the agricultural industry, commerce, customs and cultures of Sarasota County while sustaining and developing family entertainment and enhancing economic vitality.

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Welcome Report

We invite you to enjoy our website and discover all the wonderful events that use our facilities. This is a secured site so any personal information sent to us is private. The Fairgrounds features our annual Sarasota County Agricultural Fair, which is a 10-day event each March and features Rides, Entertainment, Crafts, Horticulture, Science Fair, Livestock and Auction.

Concerts Report

Plan on an evening of fun! Beer and wine served as well as dinner and food options for sale. Early arrivals can join for some entertainment as we kick off the Shake, Rattle and Soul Fest! The festival box office will be open for those looking to pick up their tickets at the Welcome Reception.

We are kicking off this year's fest with a show that features the very best of the King's catalog, with the performers stripped of the King's dazzling costumes.Join your host for the weekend, Dwight Icenhower, along with Robert Washington, Matt King, Dan Barrella and more as they perform music from all ears of the King's storied career.

Trade Shows Report

Our Home Show events are designed for homeowners - such as yourself - who are in all stages of remodeling, landscaping and decorating their homes. Many of our exhibitors go to great lengths to provide you with visual, interactive experiences designed to stimulate your creativity and dreams for your home improvement plans.

Robarts Arena Report

Robarts Arena is home to a variety of events. The building's 15,000 square foot floor provides room for a variety of sporting events, home shows, banquets, gun shows, concerts, graduations and more. The maximum capacity for the building is 5,000 depending on the floor configuration. The newly renovated chair seating holds 2,696 with hand rails and photo-glo strips on the stairs for extra safety.

Fairgrounds Report

The Sarasota Fairgrounds features 65 acres within the City of Sarasota. Conveniently located on Fruitville Road and less than 2 miles from the Bayfront, our facility provides easy access and ample parking for large events.

We are home to annual, memorable events such as the Sarasota Medieval Fair, Thunder by the Bay, Highland Scottish Games, Sarasota Native American Indian Festival, Suncoast Blues Festival, Sarasota Hungarian Festival and the annual Sarasota Agricultural Fair.

Reviews (6)

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Deb R.

Mar 18, 2019

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The ride employees are very nice. Looking out for kids, checking seat belts, telling kids to put away the phone while on the ride and very proffesional. The game attendants are friendly, not pushy, and inviting people to play in a nice way. Prices very fair. Really nice. Definitely recommend.

Rory D.

Mar 24, 2018

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Have gone to this fair many years over the past 20 years. If you get past the "carni" people, food, rides, & midway games, there are some great livestock & 4-H exhibits, which Sarasota has a rich history of. These include rabbits, poultry, swine, cattle, and more. There are also 4-H project exhibits, science fair winners, a plant exhibit, a commercial vendor hall, a cracker craft and building exhibit, and several animal and other shows. There is also live music and more. Sarasota throws a pretty respectable fair, and much of it is a great learning exhibit for children and families

John A.

Jun 02, 2017

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I had a great time there I would like them to change it up a bit year after year. The event is huge and has a lot of options.

John L.

Mar 25, 2014

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SO boring! The fair was tiny, you were confined to a small pen/tent to drink beer, it was the most quiet I've ever heard any fair. Must've been depression or funeral day. Even though the cheese curds were pretty amazing and there were lots of booty shorts, I can guarantee I'll never be back!

Olga G.

Apr 30, 2013

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Fair is a fair. Some cool foods, tried deep fried cheesecake, it was yumm, some animals to see, our daughter had a blast on the rides. It is a pretty big one, so that's a plus. We would come back for sure

Francesco C.

Mar 22, 2013

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77th Annual Sarasota County Fair (March 15-24)2013
It's been a tradition to take my son to the fair every year, his mom takes him one day and I take him on another day.

So, if you like deep fried Oreo's or Elephant Ears this place has it. I myself always grab a hold of the Italian Sausage sandwich with sweet peppers!

Many rides to choose from, entertaining children from 5 - 55!
I like the way the grounds separates the rides by age limits and heights. You know where to take your 5 year old and where to take your 18 year old.

Also entertaining, the Pot Belly Pig races and the Livestock