Admission
Can I purchase tickets for Military & First Responders in advance?
Military & First Responders must be present at the ticket booth at the time of purchase. Advanced tickets can not be purchased for Military & First Responders.
Active and Retired Military
First responders are considered those who arrive first at the scene of an emergency to provide initial medical or evacuation assistance. This includes professionals like police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics, who have specialized training and skills to handle critical situations. We follow the ID.Me qualifications for Military and First Responders.
How does my student get in for free on Student Day?
A student coupon is provided to your Columbia County School. The student must be present at the time of ticket purchase for free admission. The coupon must be presented to the Midway ticket booth to redeem $2 off your wristband. All other students must provide a valid school I.D. or report card for free admission.
Parking
How much is parking?
Parking at the Florida Gateway Fairgrounds is free for all attendees. It is first come first serve. Donations are accepted and benefit Police Explorers, Boys and Girls Scout Troops 85, and Citizens Police Academy Alumni.
We are proud to have local charities and organizations that volunteer as parking attendants during our events. Your cooperation with their guidance helps support community causes while ensuring a smooth parking experience for everyone.
Do you have disabled parking?
Parking is first come, first serve.
There are disabled parking spaces at the East Gate. The address to this parking lot is 438 FL-247, Lake City, FL 32025.
There are disabled parking spaces at the Main Entrance. The parking lot is located on the corner of SW Bascom Norris Dr and SW Mary Ethel Ln in Lake City, FL 32025.
Map of the Fairgrounds
Rides
What are the Height Requirements for the rides?
32" – May ride with an adult on select rides
36" – May ride alone on a few smaller rides
42" – May ride with an adult or alone on several rides
48" – May ride alone on most rides
Please Note:
All riders, including adults riding with children, must have a ticket or wristband to board any ride.
Policies
Will there be trick or treating and can I wear a costume on Halloween?
Most of our booth vendors are local businesses and offer trick-or-treating on Halloween, so don't forget to go check them out! Costumes are welcome and encouraged. However, since this is a family-oriented event, we ask that all costumes be appropriate for all ages. For safety and security reasons, masks or full face coverings are not allowed. Let’s keep it festive and fun for everyone!