The primary purpose of the Fair is to provide a place to display livestock, agriculture, crafts and the like in a safe, family-oriented environment. The Southwest Florida & Lee County Fair is a special annual event of limited duration, with a specific objective of providing thousands of attendees an educational and entertainment experience, serving a main audience of family and youth, in a safe, family-oriented environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the dates of the 99th Annual Southwest Florida & Lee County Fair?
Thursday, February 23 - Sunday, March 5, 2023
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Do you rent wheelchairs, scooters, & strollers? Yes, rental rates are: (Rentals are first come, first served - no reservations taken)
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Item |
Cost |
Deposit: |
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Electric Scooter |
$35 – 4 hours or less |
DL or keys |
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$55 – more than 4 hours |
DL or keys |
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Manual Wheelchair |
$10 daily |
DL or keys |
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Strollers |
$8 daily |
DL or keys |
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When do tickets go on sale?
Tickets go on sale the end of November.
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Can I purchase tickets online?
Yes, You can purchase the MEGA PASS and Advanced General Admission tickets by clicking on any "Get Tickets" button on any page. Or you can click HERE . The Mega Pass and Advanced General Gate Admission Tickets will go on sale the end of November.
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When do ONLINE ticket sales end?
The MEGA PASS and the reduced rate Advanced General Admission ticket sales end Wednesday, February 22nd at 11:59pm. After February 22nd the MEGA PASS will not be on sale. You must purchase the Mega Pass prior to the deadline as it is a PRE-EVENT sale item only.
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I can't print my tickets, what should I do?
Click HERE and then click on LOGIN and put in the email address you used to purchase the tickets and the random password that was sent to your email. If you did not receive a random password, click on the "Forgot Password" and follow the steps. We will email you a new password to obtain your tickets.
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Can you scan my ticket from my mobile device?
Yes, as long as it is the PDF that was sent to your email. Taking pictures of your ticket with your smart phone sometimes will not work. Please remember that you cannot use only the bar code, you will need to be able to view the entire ticket.
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Can you leave and re-enter the Fairgrounds on the same day?
No. Once you have entered the Fairgrounds and scanned your ticket you will not be able to re-enter without purchasing another entry ticket. There is no re-entry on any night of the Fair.
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Who and where are the outlets that sell the Fair tickets?
We have four (4) partner outlets listed below and they accept cash only for ticket sales.
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First Bank - all locations 11741 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33905 239-437-8191 |
Hayloft Western Wear 4300 Lexington Ave. Fort Myers, FL 33905 239-694-4916 |
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Mary Lou's Western Wear 8050 Bayshore Rd. North Fort Myers, FL 33917 239-731-0001 |
Williams Hardware 4519 Palm Beach Blvd Fort Myers, FL 33905 239-694-2358 |
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What Specials are offered?
We offer various specials through the 11 days of the Fair. Please see our Gate and Ride Specials tab for the list of the specials by day.
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When is Moonlight Madness?
Moonlight Madness happens on both Friday nights of the Fair. This year those dates are Friday, February 224th and Friday, March 3rd. Moonlight Madness starts at 8pm and runs until 1am on both Friday nights. Tickets are sold at the gate only - $25.
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Can I use my Mega Pass during Moonlight Madness?
YES, you can use your Mega Pass during Moonlight Madness. The Mega Pass IS VALID FOR MOONLIGHT MADNESS!
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How much does it cost to park at the Fair?
Parking is always FREE at the Southwest Florida & Lee County Fair !
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How much does it cost to get in?
General Gate Admission Only for an Adult - $10.00 (ages 12 and up)
General Gate Admission Only for a Child - $6.00 (ages 4-11)
General Gate Admission does not include rides.
Moonlight Madness - $25.00 (Friday nights only, 8pm-1am, includes admission & rides. Mega Pass - $25.00 (On sale until February 24th at 11:59pm, Click HERE to get yours before its to late! (Includes admission and rides)
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Do I get a price break by purchasing my tickets in advance?
YES! Purchase your General Gate Admission tickets by February 22nd for a discounted price!
Advanced Adult - $8.00 (ages 12 and up) - General Admission only - rides not included
Advanced Child - $4.00 (ages 4-11) - General Admission only - rides not included
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What kind of Ride, Gate Specials and Promotions do you have?
Be sure to see our Ride & Gate Specials page for our 2023 lineup.
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How much are individual ride tickets when there are no specials on a given day?
Ride ticket prices are different every year. We will update this section as soon as we recieve the pricing information.
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What are the ride height requirements?
Click on the Gate & Ride Specials page for the rides and ride height requirements.
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What attractions will be at this year's Fair?
Be sure to see our Free Shows page for our 2023 line up of FREE SHOWS AND ENTERTAINMENT
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I would like to be a vendor, who do I contact?
Vendor space is limited, not guarenteed, and our policy is to give returning vendors preference. We do not place our applications online, as we select our vendors from year to year. If you are interested in being considered, we require a photograph of your unit, on all four sides, set up at an event, the total unit dimensions, and a product/service list be submitted to the Fair Manager at fcrone@leeciviccenter.com
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What are the hours of the Fair?
Be sure to see our Daily Hours and Admissions page on the Home tab for opening hours.
- Where can I find the schedule of what's happening each day?
Tickets
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Where do I purchase tickets to the Fair or other events?
You can purchase tickets by clicking on any "Get Tickets" button on any page. Or Click HERE
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You can also purchase tickets at any of our outlets:
Williams Hardware, Hayloft Western Wear, All First Bank Locations, Mary Lou's Western Wear.
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I did not make an account, how do I get my tickets from the website?
Click HERE and put in the email address you used to purchase the tickets and the random password that was sent to your email. If you did not receive a random password, click on the "Forgot Password" and follow the steps. We will email you a new password to obtain your tickets.
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I purchased tickets online, my card was charged and did not receive my tickets via email... How do I get my tickets?
Click HERE and put in the email address you used to purchase the tickets and the random password that was sent to your email. If you did not receive a random password, click on the "Forgot Password" and follow the steps. We will email you a new password to obtain your tickets.
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Do you have a will call?
No. we currently do not have a will call. You can either purchase tickets online by clicking on any "Get Tickets" button or Click HERE
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Can I purchase tickets when I get to the Civic Center or Fair Grounds?
Yes, you can purchase general admission tickets and daily special tickets at the ticket booths located in-front of the Civic Center. You will not be able to purchase a MEGA PASS at the Fair, as they are a pre-sale ticket only. Mega Passes are sold until February 24th at 11:59pm, and can also be purchased at one of our outlets: (Hayloft Western Wear, Williams Hardware, Mary Lou's Western Wear and 1st Bank) or you can Purchase them Online by clicking here. Be sure to check the Gate & Ride Specials page for deals!
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Is there a transaction fee for tickets purchased online?
Yes.
Contact us at
Phone: 239-543-8368 Fax: 239-543-4110
11831 Bayshore Road / SR 78
(3 Miles East of Exit 143 / I-75)
North Fort Myers, FL 33917
