The short answer: The best-value Florida fairs for seniors in early 2027 are the Miami-Dade County Fair, where people 65 and older get in free every day from March 18 to April 11, and the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City, where people 60 and older pay $10 on Senior Citizens Days, March 4 and March 11. Both Renaissance festivals give a senior price, and the Mount Dora Arts Festival and Gasparilla parades are free.
Which Florida fairs have senior discounts in 2027?
For early 2027, the Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition lets people 65 and older in free every day, and the Florida Strawberry Festival charges people 60 and older $10 on its two Senior Citizens Days. The Florida Renaissance Festival takes $3 off for people 65 and older, and the Bay Area Renaissance Festival lists a $22.95 senior gate price for ages 65 and up.
Senior Prices at a Glance
| Event | 2027 dates | Senior deal | Regular adult price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami-Dade County Fair, Miami | Mar 18 to Apr 11 (closed Mar 29-30, Apr 5-6) | Free every day, 65+ | $18 at the gate |
| Florida Strawberry Festival, Plant City | Mar 4 to 14 | $10 for 60+ on Mar 4 and Mar 11 | $15 |
| Florida State Fair, Tampa | Feb 4 to 15 | Senior advance ticket $10.75 | $11.75 advance |
| Florida Renaissance Festival, Deerfield Beach | Weekends, Feb 6 to Mar 28 | $3 off at the gate, 65+ | $41 |
| Bay Area Renaissance Festival, Dade City | Weekends, Feb 20 to Apr 4 | $22.95 at the gate, 65+ | $26.95 |
| Mount Dora Arts Festival | Feb 6 and 7 | Free for everyone | Free |
| Gasparilla parades, Tampa | Jan 23 and Jan 30 | Free to watch | Free (reserved seats extra) |
Prices checked on each organizer's site on November 11, 2026. Prices and senior days can change, so check the official page before you go.
January
Florida Manatee Festival, Crystal River: January 16 and 17
Downtown Crystal River hosts the festival near the manatees' winter home, Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Adults pay $10 and children 12 and under are free. There is no senior price. Festival site
South Florida Fair, West Palm Beach: January 15 to 31
At 9067 Southern Blvd. Advance tickets are $12 through January 14; at the gate it is $15 on weekdays and $20 on weekends. In 2026 the fair held a Senior Day with free entry for people 60 and older until 4 p.m., but the 2027 Senior Day had not been announced when we checked. Fair FAQ
Gasparilla, Tampa: January 23 and 30
The Children's Gasparilla parade runs along Bayshore Boulevard on Saturday, January 23, and the Pirate Fest and Parade of Pirates fill downtown Tampa on Saturday, January 30. Watching is free. Reserved seats and parking cost extra, which can be worth it if standing is hard; call Gasparilla Treasures at 813-251-8844. Gasparilla FAQ
February
Florida State Fair, Tampa: February 4 to 15
At the Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 US Highway 301 North, open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The fair's online ticket store lists a senior advance ticket at $10.75 against $11.75 for adults, and advance parking is $8. In 2026 the fair ran a Senior Savings Day with $5 admission for people 55 and older; a 2027 date had not been posted when we checked. Fair information
Mount Dora Arts Festival: February 6 and 7
Artists fill the streets of historic downtown Mount Dora, Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Festival page
Florida Renaissance Festival, Deerfield Beach: weekends February 6 to March 28
At Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Road, from 10 a.m. to sunset. Adults pay $41; people 65 and older save $3 when they buy at the box office with ID. The senior discount cannot be combined with other offers. Tickets
Edison Festival of Light, Fort Myers: February 20
The Grand Parade of Light runs Saturday, February 20, from 7 to 11 p.m., with a Junior Parade on Sunday, February 14. Festival site
Bay Area Renaissance Festival, Dade City: weekends February 20 to April 4
At 12838 Auton Road, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., rain or shine. The gate price is $22.95 for people 65 and older, against $26.95 for adults. Early-bird tickets ($15 for seniors) are sold until January 5, 2027. Ticket prices
March and April
Florida Strawberry Festival, Plant City: March 4 to 14
At 303 BerryFest Place. Thursday, March 4 and Thursday, March 11 are Senior Citizens Days: people 60 and older pay $10 at the gate. Seniors must be at the 11:45 a.m. prize drawing on the Wish Farms Soundstage to win. Regular admission is $15 for adults. Call the ticket office at 813-754-1996 to confirm. Special days and discounts
Central Florida Fair, Orlando: March 4 to 14
At 4603 W. Colonial Drive. Prices and any senior day had not been posted when we checked. Fair site
Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition: March 18 to April 11
At 10901 Coral Way, Miami. People 65 and older and children 5 and under get in free every day. Others pay $12 online until March 17, $14 online after that, or $18 at the gate, and $5 on March 18, March 31 and April 7. The fair is closed March 29 and 30 and April 5 and 6. Tickets
Collier County Fair, Naples area: March 18 to 28
The 51st annual fair. Call 239-455-1444 for prices. Fair site
Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival: March 19 to 21
In Central Park and along Park Avenue, Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Festival site
Tips for a Good Day at the Fair
- Bring ID. Senior prices need proof of age, usually at the gate only.
- Go on a weekday morning. Crowds are smaller and it is cooler.
- Ask about wheelchairs and scooters. Large fairs often rent them near the main gate; call ahead.
- Plan your ride. Parking can be a long walk. See transportation services for seniors.
- Drink water and wear a hat. Florida sun is strong even in February.
More Things to Do
See our free holiday events for seniors through mid-January, winter races for runners and walkers 50+, and Florida senior perks by age. Every event we verify is on our Florida senior events calendar.
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