Don’t miss out: This week is your last chance to eat fair food, ride rides and groove to the music at the 2026
Southwest Florida Ag Expo.
The annual expo wraps up Sunday, March 8, at Mike Greenwell Regional Park in North Fort Myers. But before then, there’s plenty of time to have fun.
To see what you’re missing, check out these photos shot Monday, March 2, at the Southwest Florida Ag Expo. And here’s everything else you need to know:
What are the location and hours for the Southwest Florida Ag Expo?
The third annual Southwest Florida Ag Expo takes place at Mike Greenwell Regional Park (formerly known as the Lee County Civic Center Complex), 11831 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers.
Hours are 4-9 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 4-11 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.
How much are tickets to the Ag Expo?
Admission is $10, or $5 for ages 4-11. It’s free for anyone younger.
Retired and active military receive free gate admission every day with a valid Military ID.
Various promotional nights are also available. Parking is free.
For a list of discount and promotional nights, visit swflagexpo.com/pages/promotionalnights
How much do fair rides cost at the Ag Expo?
Rides cost extra. They require three to seven tickets each.
Ride tickets are $3 for two tickets, $15 for 11 tickets, $25 for 22 tickets or $55 for 55 tickets.
What happened to the Southwest Florida & Lee County Fair?
The Southwest Florida Ag Expo is the new name for the former Southwest Florida & Lee County Fair, which was taken over and rebranded by the Lee County Government in 2024. The reason: An impasse over contract negotiations with the Southwest Florida & Lee County Fair Association.
The change required a new name under Florida law. According to Florida statute 616, an annual public fair, by definition, must be held and conducted by a fair association. The county government doesn’t meet that requirement.
How are Lee County kids competing with their plants and animals?
Every year, kids in 4-H, Future Farmers of America (FFA) and other programs raise animals and grow plants and produce all year long. Then they compete for award ribbons and scholarships at the Ag Expo.
The agricultural events often draw big crowds for the livestock judging, auctions and other events.
For the full schedule of animal and plant events, visit swflagexpo.com/pages/livestock or swflagexpo.com/pages/creativeliving.
What bands and music can you hear at the Ag Expo?
Rock. Country. Latin Jazz. Reggae. You’ll find many bands playing many genres of music at this year’s expo.
Here’s the musical lineup for the final week (schedule subject to change):
Learn more about the Southwest Florida Ag Expo
For updates, schedules and more information, visit swflagexpo.com or facebook.com/swflagexpo.
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This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: SW FL Ag Expo: Photos from this week, your last chance at fair fun
Reporting by Charles Runnells and Andrew West, Fort Myers News-Press & Naples Daily News / Fort Myers News-Press
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