FAM Tampa

Where's the beef? It's at the Florida State Fair, held annually at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa. You'll be attending the official state fair where the Sunshine State shows off its agricultural might. For 11 days, there's a corral full of indoor and outdoor exhibits, rides, craft shows, musical acts and wild foods like chocolate-covered bacon to taste. You won't want to miss this experience.

Meet a koala bear, discover a Primate World and adopt an animal at Tampa's Lowery Park Zoo. Listen to tigers roar at the Asian Domain, watch black panthers prance at the Native Florida Wildlife Center and discover the best vantage point to hang out with the monkeys. The zoo also features rides, shows and hands-on interactive exhibits and attractions.

Interested in something unique to do with family? Stand-Up Paddleboarding by Urban Kai brings smiles to the young and old. You don't have to be an athlete or a water sports expert to enjoy the fine art of paddleboarding and the staff at Urban Kai will patiently guide you and yours through a day of nature-filled entertainment.

Set sail at eBoats Tampa Tours. Sit back and relax on a three hour trip from the heart of downtown Tampa to the beautiful open waters of Tampa Bay. Picture a sunset, music and good conversations with family and friends. Each tour comes with food and refreshments served by the first mate.