Hernando County Fairgrounds

05/01/2026

🚨💥 SATURDAY NIGHT IS GONNA BE ABSOLUTE MAYHEM!!! 💥🚨

The engines will roar… the metal will CRUNCH… and the crowd will go WILD at the DEMOLITION DERBY tomorrow night at 7PM at the Hernando County Fairgrounds!!! 🚗💨🔥💥

Get ready for:
💥 MASSIVE crashes
🔥 Flying dirt & twisted metal
🚘 Cars getting DESTROYED
😱 Nonstop edge-of-your-seat action
🎉 Loud crowds & BIG derby energy

Only ONE driver will survive the chaos!!! 🏁💨💪

🎟️ GATE PRICES:
🚨 $25 • Ages 13 & Up
🚨 $12 • Ages 4–12
🚨 FREE • Ages 3 & Under

Save money and buy advance tickets! Advance tickets must be purchased before Sat. May 2nd at 1pm.
https://buytickets.at/hernandocountyfairassociationinc

✅ FAIR ADMISSION IS INCLUDED
✅ FREE PARKING

PLUS enjoy:
🎡 Carnival rides
🍔 Crazy good fair food
🍋 Lemonade, funnel cakes & fair favorites
🎶 Entertainment
🐄 Animals & exhibits
🎠 Fun for the whole family

🔥 THIS EVENT PACKS OUT EVERY YEAR!!! Come early, grab your fair food, and get ready for the SMASH-UP of the summer!!! 🔥🚗💥

Tag your derby crew below 👇🔥🏁🚘

Buy tickets – Hernando County Fair Association Inc.

04/26/2026

04/25/2026

🚗💥 CAR LOAD DAY = THE BEST DEAL OF THE FAIR 💥🚗

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, April 28th at the Hernando County Fair… because this deal is 🔥

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Up to 6 people in ONE vehicle
🎟️ Admission + Ride Armbands INCLUDED
💲 ALL for just $65

That’s about $10 per person with a full car 🤯🎢

🎡 Unlimited rides
🎶 Live entertainment & shows
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A full night of family fun

🍿 Don’t forget to eat ALL the yummy fair food — funnel cakes, pickle lemonade, gator bites & more 😋

This is hands-down the CHEAPEST way to experience the fair — so load up the car and make it a night to remember 🙌

🚨 ONE DAY ONLY — don’t miss it!

👉 Grab your crew, fill the car, and head to the fairgrounds! 🎡🔥

04/25/2026

🚨💥 DEMOLITION DERBY NIGHT AT THE FAIR💥🚨

Get ready for the SMASH-HIT event of the fair! 💣🚗

📅 May 2nd
🕖 7PM
📍 Hernando County Fair

Watch the action as cars crash, collide, and battle it out until only ONE is left standing! This is one event you do NOT want to miss! 🔥

🎟️ BUY EARLY & SAVE 💸
✔️ Online Tickets:
👉 Adults (13+): $20
👉 Kids (4–12): $10
👉 3 & under: FREE
https://buytickets.at/hernandocountyfairassociationinc
💥 PLUS… your ticket includes FAIR ADMISSION! 💥

⏳ Wait until the fair? You’ll pay more:
➡️ Adults: $25
➡️ Kids (4–12): $12

🔥 Skip the lines. Save money. Lock in your seats NOW!

👉 Grab your tickets online before they’re gone!
https://buytickets.at/hernandocountyfairassociationinc

Who are you bringing to the Derby?! Tag them below 👇🔥

Buy tickets – Hernando County Fair Association Inc.

04/24/2026

🎡 IT’S OPENING DAY at the Hernando County Fair 2026 🎡

Today is FRIDAY, APRIL 24TH and we’re kicking things off BIG! 🙌

🎓 STUDENT DAY SPECIAL
👉 18 & under get FREE admission with an armband purchase!

🎶 TONIGHT’S ENTERTAINMENT:
🎤 Draw 4 LIVE at 7PM
💃 Barn Dance from 6PM – 9PM

🐅 SHOWS & ATTRACTIONS:
✨ Tiger Show
🎩 Magic Show
🦋 Butterfly Encounter
🐎 Horse Trainer Show

🍿 FAIR FOOD LINEUP (aka the real reason you’re coming 😋):
Pickle pizza 🥒🍕
Pickle lemonade 🥒🍋
Funnel cakes 🍰
Candy apples 🍎
Gator bites 🐊
Corn dogs 🌽
Street corn 🌽🔥
…and SO much more!

🎟️ Grab your crew, come hungry, and don’t miss the FIRST night of all the fun!

👉 Tell us below… what are you going for first — FOOD, RIDES, or SHOWS?! 👇🔥

04/22/2026

🍋🍟 FAIR FOOD CRAVINGS ARE ABOUT TO GET REAL 🍟🍋

April 24th thru May 2nd, the Hernando County Fair is bringing the kind of food you wait ALL year for 🤤🔥

What are YOU trying first?! 👇

🐊 Gator Bites
🍕 Pickle Pizza
🥒 Pickle Corn Dogs
🍋 Pickle Lemonade (don’t knock it till you try it 👀)
🍟 Loaded Cheese Fries
🍹 Ice Cold Lemonade & Smoothies
🍰 Fresh Funnel Cakes
…and SO MUCH MORE!!

Whether you’re all about sweet treats or savory bites… this is your moment 😎🍴

💬 DROP IT BELOW:
Team SWEET 🍰 or Team SAVORY 🍟… or are you going ALL IN?!

📅 April 24th – May 2nd
📍 Hernando County Fairgrounds

Come hungry… leave VERY happy 😏🎡

04/21/2026

🐟 GOLDFISH CONTEST 🐟

Think you’ve got the luckiest little swimmer? It’s time to find out!

Join us for a fun and unique Goldfish Contest — perfect for all ages and guaranteed laughs!

🏆 Prizes for:
• Most Unique
• Showmanship Skills

📅 Date: April 29
⏰ Time: 5PM
📍 Location: Hernando County Fair

Bring your goldfish and your competitive spirit — it’s going to be a splash! 💦

👉 Tag someone who needs to enter their fish 😂
Rules-->https://www.hernandofairgrounds.com/2026fairforms

04/21/2026

🎉 KID RAVE 🎉

Glow sticks, music, and nonstop fun — it’s time for a Kid Rave! 🕺💃

Bring the kids out for a high-energy night filled with dancing, lights, and awesome vibes in a safe, family-friendly atmosphere.

✨ What to expect:
• Fun music & dance party
• Glow vibes & lights
• Tons of energy and smiles

📅 Date: April 29
⏰ Time: 7PM
📍 Location: Hernando County Fair

Let the kids burn off that energy and have a blast on the dance floor!

👉 Tag a parent who needs this night out 🙌

04/21/2026

🏇 HOBBY HORSE RACE 🏇

Saddle up… or at least pretend to! 🤠

Get ready for a night of laughs, friendly competition, and some seriously creative “riding” at our Hobby Horse Race! Whether you’re in it to win it or just here for the fun, this is one event you don’t want to miss.

🏆 Prizes for:
• Fastest Rider
• Crowd Favorite

📅 Date: April 30th
⏰ Time: 6:00pm
📍 Location: Hernando County Fair

Grab your hobby horse, bring your crew, and let’s race!

👉 Tag your competition 🐎😂
Rules--> https://www.hernandofairgrounds.com/2026fairforms

04/21/2026

🔥 BEARD & MUSTACHE CONTEST 🔥

Handlebars, full beards, goatees, or something totally wild — it’s time to show off your facial hair greatness! 🧔

Join us April 30 at 9PM for a night of bold styles, fierce competition, and serious bragging rights.

🏆 Prizes for:
• Best Beard
• Best Mustache
• Best Groomed Whisker Face
• Most Unique Style

📅 Date: Thursday April 30
⏰ Time: 9PM
📍 Location: Hernando County Fairgrounds

Bring your best look and your crew to cheer you on — this is one hairy competition you don’t want to miss!

👉 Tag someone whose beard deserves the spotlight 👀
Rules Here---> https://www.hernandofairgrounds.com/upcoming-events