The Southwest Florida Lee County Fair is HERE!

The Southwest Florida Lee County Fair is back for its 99th season, right here in North Fort Myers! Here is everything you need to know about the SWFL Lee County Fair, before you go!

Planning Tips

• Free parking! Parking is free at the Lee Civic Center. Be sure to lock your vehicle and don't leave valuables in plain sight. 
• Wear comfy walking shoes! Whether you plan to check out the barn, ride some rides or visit the entertainment, you're going to want to be in comfy walking shoes (not heels, flats, flip flops, etc.)
• Check the weather before you go! Wear sunscreen if the sun will be out. Bring a poncho or umbrella if it's supposed to rain. Bring a sweatshirt if it's going to be cold outside.
• Clear Bag Policy! If you plan to bring a bag - you must bring a clear tote no larger than 12"x12"x8" or a one gallon clear plastic bag only (unless it's medically necessary or a diaper bag).
• No Outside food/drink allowed! You can bring your water, but leave the coolers, cans, bottles, and picnic baskets at home.
• No pets allowed! With the exception of true service animals trained to aid a person with a disability (as defined by the ADA), all pets, including emotional support animals, must be left at home (and not left in your cars)!
• No weapons allowed! Leave anything that could set off the metal detectors at home. They will not hold weapons during your visit.
• Be informed! Read over the important fair information prior to your visit.

Entertainment, Shows and Contests

• All daily shows and entertainment are FREE with general gate admission, view the updated schedule, here.
• Livestock show schedules can be found here. Please note: ALL Barns are closed to the public daily from 4pm – 6pm for feeding; they are also closed during certain shows.
• There are lots of fun competitions as well! 

Tickets & Pricing

General Gate Admission

Adults: $10 – General Admission Only ($8 if purchased online, in advance)
Children (4-11): $6 – General Admission Only ($4 if purchased online, in advance)
Children ages 3 and under: FREE General Admission Only
Retired & Active Military: FREE General Admission Only |  Must present military ID (good for service member only)
**General Admission Tickets allow you gate admission and access to all entertainment, livestock shows, competitions, and demonstrations. Rides are not included in the General Admission Ticket. Ride Bands and single tickets can be purchased separately.**
**If you pre-purchased an advance ticket, you can head straight to the metal detectors (don't wait in the ticket booth lines)

Ride Tickets

• Single Ride Tickets can be purchased any day at the following costs:
• Single Ride Coupons – $1.50
• Sheet of 11 Ride Coupons – $15.00
• Sheet of 22 Ride Coupons – $25.00
• Sheet of 55 Ride Coupons – 55.00
• Each ride may be between 5 and 10 tickets

Daily Specials

• Thursday, February 23  |  Gates Open at 4pm
  • OPENING DAY AND DOLLAR DAY
    • $1 Gate Admission
    • $1 Rides (with a $10 minimum purchase)
• Friday, February 24  |  Gates Open at 4pm
  • SENSORY FRIENDLY FRIDAY 4pm – 6pm  |  FREE Gate Admission – Lowered Fair Noise & Light Levels
    • This time is specifically for anyone that wants to enjoy the fair, but needs a time that is a little less stimulating than normal with all of the lights and noise. During this Sensory Friendly time, the Fair will create an environment designed with children and adults with autism or sensory processing disorders in mind. The goal is to enable families who have a member, whether child or adult, with special needs, to explore and enjoy the Fair. At 6pm lights and sounds will resume as normal.
  • 5pm – 6pm only | FREE Rides
  • 6pm – 8pm | Regular Admission & Rides
  • MOONIGHT MADNESS 8pm – 1am  |  $30 includes Gate Admission & Rides
• Saturday, February 25, 2023 | Gates Open at 11am
  • REGULAR GATE ADMISSION
  • $40 Ride Wristband (Does NOT include admission)
• Sunday, February 26, 2023 | Gates Open at 11am
  • REGULAR GATE ADMISSION
  • $40 Ride Wristband (Does NOT include admission)
• Monday, February 27, 2023  |  Gates Open at 4pm
  • HARRY CHAPIN FOOD BANK NIGHT
  • FREE Gate admission with 3 canned goods per person -OR- $5 Gate Admission
  • $2 Rides (with $10 minimum purchase)
• Tuesday, February 28, 2023 | Gates Open at 4pm
  • $20 TUESDAY  |  $20 Ride Wristband (does not include admission)
  • Regular Admission
• Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Gates Open at 2pm
  • GRANDPARENTS / MILITARY DAY – $5 GATE ADMISSION ALL DAY
  • Regular Gate Admission
  • Kiddie Land rides open at 2pm, Adult Midway opens at 4pm**
  • 2pm – 5pm | $10 Kiddie Land Ride Wristband (does not include admission)
  • 4pm | $25 Ride Wristband (does not include admission)
• Thursday, March 2, 2023 |  Gates Open at 4pm
  • $25 PAY-ONE-PRICE Admission & Ride Wristband
• Friday, March 3, 2023 | Gates Open at 4pm
  • Regular Gate Admission & Rides beginning at 4pm
  • 8pm – 1am Moonlight Madness – $30 includes Gate Admission & Rides
• Saturday, March 4, 2023 | Gates Open at 11am
  • REGULAR GATE ADMISSION
  • $40 Ride Wristband (Does NOT include admission)
• Sunday, March 5, 2023 |Gates Open at 11am
  • REGULAR GATE ADMISSION
  • $40 Ride Wristband (Does NOT included admission)

Directions

• Located 3 Miles East of Exit 143 / I-75
• Entry for the Southwest Florida & Lee County Fair is at the Main Gate on of Bayshore Road
• For GPS Directions, click here and enter your starting address.
  **If you are following your GPS, do NOT follow off of Old Bayshore Road, continue on Bayshore to the Main Entry Gate**

The author was offered free fair tickets in exchange for a review.