Manatee County Fair

Manatee County Fair 🎡 The Manatee County Fair 🎟️
🐖 A wholesome FAMILY TRADITION celebrating our community & heritage 🌾
🐄 Food • Fun • Faith • Family - all in one place!

The Manatee County fair is a wholesome community tradition. Packed with an endless variety of things to see, do and eat, the fair truly has something for everyone. The eleven day Manatee County Fair is held each January at the Manatee County Fairgrounds in Palmetto, Florida.The City of Palmetto is located in Manatee County on the northern banks of the Manatee River and is approximately 40 miles south of Tampa, and 15 miles north of Sarasota with convenient access to Interstate 75 from S.R. 64 and S.R. 70 in Bradenton and Interstate 275 from U.S. 41 and U.S. 301 in Parrish.

Who makes Manatee County a better place through their service to others? ❤️Nominations are now open for the 2027 Manatee...
09/15/2026

Who makes Manatee County a better place through their service to others? ❤️

Nominations are now open for the 2027 Manatee County Distinguished Citizen Award! This annual award recognizes an individual who has made significant and meaningful contributions to our community through volunteer service.

Help us recognize someone whose dedication deserves to be celebrated. Learn more and download the nomination form at:
www.ManateeCountyFair.com

There’s something special about seeing months of hard work come together in the show ring. 🐄✨The 2026 Dairy Show gave us...
09/14/2026

There’s something special about seeing months of hard work come together in the show ring. 🐄✨

The 2026 Dairy Show gave us so many moments worth remembering - talented exhibitors, incredible animals and another year of Manatee County’s agricultural traditions on full display.

And before we know it, we’ll be back in the ring for the 2027 Manatee County Fair. ❤️
Who’s ready for another Fair season?

🇺🇸 We remember.Today, we pause to honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, the heroes who answered the call, and the ...
09/11/2026

🇺🇸 We remember.

Today, we pause to honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, the heroes who answered the call, and the families whose lives were forever changed.

May we never forget the courage, sacrifice and unity shown on that day and in the days that followed.

9.11.2001 ❤️🤍💙

What’s cooking, Manatee County? 👩‍🍳🍰It’s time to pull out your favorite recipe and prepare to showcase your culinary cre...
09/10/2026

What’s cooking, Manatee County? 👩‍🍳🍰
It’s time to pull out your favorite recipe and prepare to showcase your culinary creativity in the 2027 Manatee County Fair Arts & Crafts Department!
Entries will be accepted on Receiving Day:
📅 January 9, 2027
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–Noon
The Manatee County Fair runs January 14–24, 2027. Visit ManateeCountyFair.com for entry information and competition details.

👑 Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2027 Miss Manatee County Fair Pageant! 🎡✨Young ladies ages 7–22 are invited to compet...
09/09/2026

👑 Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2027 Miss Manatee County Fair Pageant! 🎡✨
Young ladies ages 7–22 are invited to compete in one of four divisions:
✨ Mini Miss: Ages 7–9
✨ Little Miss: Ages 10–12
✨ Junior Miss: Ages 13–16
✨ Miss: Ages 17–22
The pageant will be held on November 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Palmetto High School Auditorium.
Registration closes October 25, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Don’t miss your opportunity to represent the Manatee County Fair! 👑
View the official rules and register today at:
https://www.manateecountyfair.com/.../miss-manatee-county...

A look back at the focus, preparation and hard work behind the 2026 Manatee County Fair Heifer Fitting Competition. 🐮✨Th...
09/09/2026

A look back at the focus, preparation and hard work behind the 2026 Manatee County Fair Heifer Fitting Competition. 🐮✨

These are the moments that make fair week so special - young exhibitors putting their skills to work, caring for their animals and carrying forward an important agricultural tradition in Manatee County. ❤️🌾

And before we know it, we’ll be back in the barn for the 2027 Manatee County Fair! 🎡 Who’s ready?

Mark your calendar: nominations for the 2027 Manatee County Distinguished Citizen Award open in one week, September 15! ...
09/08/2026

Mark your calendar: nominations for the 2027 Manatee County Distinguished Citizen Award open in one week, September 15! 📅

This award celebrates an individual whose volunteer service has made a meaningful impact throughout Manatee County. Start thinking about the dedicated community member you would like to recognize.

Nominations will be accepted from September 15 through November 15, 2026.
Who will you nominate? ❤️
Learn more at www.ManateeCountyFair.com

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day from the Manatee County Fair!Today, we celebrate the hardworking people who keep our community moving...
09/07/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day from the Manatee County Fair!
Today, we celebrate the hardworking people who keep our community moving forward - from our agricultural families and exhibitors to the volunteers, businesses, organizations and neighbors who make Manatee County such a special place to call home.

We’re proud to be part of a community built on hard work, dedication and generations of people willing to roll up their sleeves and make a difference. ❤️🤍💙

Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing Labor Day!

🐷 We’re getting closer to doing it all over again!The 2026 Swine Show was filled with proud moments from our youth exhib...
09/05/2026

🐷 We’re getting closer to doing it all over again!

The 2026 Swine Show was filled with proud moments from our youth exhibitors and plenty of memories made in the livestock barn. Now, we’re looking ahead to a brand-new year of projects, exhibitors and Fair traditions in 2027! 🌾❤️

Who’s already counting down to the 2027 Manatee County Fair? 🎡
📅 January 14–24, 2027

Meet Maebry Paris, our 2026 Miss Manatee County Fair! 👑✨Maebry has represented the Manatee County Fair throughout an inc...
09/04/2026

Meet Maebry Paris, our 2026 Miss Manatee County Fair! 👑✨

Maebry has represented the Manatee County Fair throughout an incredible year - and now we’re looking ahead to who will take the stage next! ❤️🎡

Registration for the 2027 Miss Manatee County Fair Pageant is officially OPEN! Young women ages 17–22 are invited to be part of a tradition that celebrates confidence, community involvement, leadership and the spirit of the Manatee County Fair.

👑 Miss Manatee County Fair | Ages 17–22
📅 Registration deadline: October 25 at 1 PM
✨ Who will wear the crown next?
Learn more + register at ManateeCountyFair.com

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