Marion County Fair

Enjoy a carnival with thrilling rides and games for all ages and favorite fair food, and family entertainment including live music, magic shows, a petting zoo, and alligator wrestling with Jimmy and Sara from the Gator Boys Road Shows.

Fair admission is free.

Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36 inches and taller) are $35 on site or online pre-sale (before 4 pm Feb. 23) for $20 each, 2/$35 or 4/$60.

Ride tickets are also available at the carnival for $1.50 each, $30/20 tickets, or $60/50 tickets plus 1 free ride. (Rides take 2 or more tickets each.) Pre-sale special: $45/50 tickets + 1 free ride

Fair hours: 4-11 pm Wednesday - Friday and noon-11 pm Saturday - Sunday

Wednesday is Autism Awareness Night. First responders receive free VIP parking on Thursday, First Responders Night.

Please check the website for event updates.

More information: 866-666-3247

The Marion County Fair is sponsored by Florida Kids Helping Kids, a non-profit organization run entirely by volunteers.

Host or Publisher Caron Conway