Collier County Florida Fairgrounds Events

The Collier County Fairgrounds sit just off Immokalee Road on the east side of Naples, on 39th Avenue Northeast. Every March the grounds fill with a full county fair, with rides, livestock shows, a 4-H program, and a crowd that locals say reaches around 90,000 across the run. The fair is also one of the few things in Southwest Florida that is privately funded. This guide covers the fairgrounds, the fair, the youth programs behind it, and the events that keep the grounds busy the rest of the year.

Overview of Collier County Fairgrounds

Location

The fairgrounds are at 751 39th Avenue Northeast in Naples, Florida 34120. The grounds sit just past Immokalee Road in Naples, which is also the road that leads to the UF/IFAS Extension office. Naples is the county seat and the largest city in Collier County, so most visitors come from Naples, Bonita Springs, and the Marco Island area.

Acreage and layout

I could not verify the total acreage or a current site map. Known features include a midway, exhibit and livestock barns that were reorganized for recent fairs, and areas used for concerts and shows. Ask the fair office for a layout before you plan booth placement or livestock trailer access.

Governing organization

The Collier County Fair & Exposition, Inc. runs the annual fair. It is a privately funded 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and a 2020 report said the fair is the fairgrounds’ main source of year-round revenue. The fair manager in 2025 was Rhonda Ward.

How long it has operated

Recent coverage describes the 2025 fair as the 49th annual Collier County Fair, and a 2026 image caption refers to a 50th annual fair. The 2020 report described the fair as having run for 44 years at that time. Those counts point to a start in the mid-1970s, but I could not verify the founding year from a primary source.

Why it matters to residents

The fair is one of Collier County’s biggest annual events, and the 4-H livestock program is a big part of it. It is also one of the few places where Naples residents can see livestock shows, poultry showmanship, and a goat and pee-wee show in person.

Upcoming Events at Collier County Fairgrounds

Event types

The grounds host the Collier County Fair, livestock and 4-H shows, rodeos, shooting and pig events, and seasonal festivals. Recent listings tie the fairgrounds to a Collier County Extreme Rodeo, a Swine in the 239 event that drew more than 250 pigs to the grounds in one report, and a Farm-City BBQ and hot air balloon festival listed for late fall. I could not verify the years or current status for the rodeo, pig show, and balloon festival, so confirm them before planning.

Seasonal patterns

The fair runs in March. The 2025 fair ran through March 30, and listings show the 2026 fair running March 19 through March 29. Late-fall events, including rodeos and a Farm-City BBQ, have been listed at the grounds in other years.

I could not verify the 2027 fair dates. Expect the association to announce them in the months before the fair.

Finding the current schedule

The Collier County Fair & Exposition’s official website and its Facebook page are the best sources for dates, gate hours, and show schedules. The UF/IFAS Extension Collier County office is the best source for 4-H and youth livestock events. Its 4-H program posts events on its Facebook page.

Private rentals

I could not verify whether the fairgrounds rent space for private events, expos, or weddings. Contact the fair association directly. Recent festival listings show the grounds are rented to outside organizers for certain events, so ask about availability and rates.

The Collier County Fair Itself

Name and dates

The annual event is the Collier County Fair, held at the Collier County Fairgrounds in Naples every March. The 2026 fair ran March 19 through March 29. I could not verify the 2027 dates, so check with the fair association.

Livestock judging categories

Livestock is a central part of the fair. Recent fairs included a goat and pee-wee show, a rabbit and cavy show, and poultry showmanship. Swine and steer exhibits are also part of the youth program. I could not verify the full 2026 judging list, including beef cattle, dairy, sheep, or the complete poultry divisions, so check the premium book or the extension office for the current classes.

Crop, home economics, and art exhibits

I could not verify this year’s exhibit categories for crops, photography, art, woodworking, floriculture, canning, or baking. The fair association publishes exhibit rules each year, so ask for the current guide.

Carnival rides and midway

The 2025 fair featured 30 big rides, including seven high-thrill “super rides,” and more than a dozen smaller rides for children. Organizers said the rides were set in a different area that year to make room for a new layout. Festival listings also mention a carnival and petting zoo.

Ride armband prices have changed over the years. Older fair coverage listed armbands at $20 on weekdays, $25 on Fridays, and $35 for Saturday, and a 2023 report listed new rides including a Wave Swinger and The Hulk. I could not verify current armband prices, so check the fair’s website before you go.

Food and vendors

The 2025 fair had nearly 100 vendors, offering food, games, and other goods. A 2023 report counted more than 150 vendors and specifically named funnel cake as a fair favorite. I could not verify which local nonprofits run food stands this year.

Entertainment

Recent fairs have featured live music on multiple stages, including bluegrass, country, gospel, rock, and beach music. Older fairs included demolition derby contests, wrestling, racing pigs, motorcycle shows, and an educational grizzly bear exhibit. I could not verify this year’s grandstand acts, pageants, talent shows, tractor pulls, or demolition derbies.

Youth programs

The youth livestock program is the fair’s main youth event. More details follow in the 4-H section.

Admission and parking

Recent coverage said parking at the fair is free. A 2023 report listed admission at $10 for adults and $5 for children, and an older report said active-duty military with a military ID could enter for free any day. Other older discounts included free admission for people who brought two cans of pet food on a set Wednesday evening. I could not verify current admission, senior, child, or season pass prices, so confirm them with the fair association.

Facilities and Grounds

Exhibition buildings

The fairgrounds include exhibit buildings and barns, and the 2025 fair mentioned reorganized barns and a new layout. I could not verify the number or purpose of each permanent building.

Livestock barns and stall rental

I could not verify the number of livestock barns, species-specific barns, or stall rental procedures. Youth exhibitors should contact the extension office, which coordinates livestock entries.

Grandstand and arena

The grounds have hosted rodeos and swine events, and they are used for concerts and shows. I could not verify seating capacity or the arena’s current configuration.

Commercial vendor spaces

The fair had nearly 100 vendors in 2025, which shows a sizable commercial vendor area. I could not verify booth sizes or the buildings used for vendors.

Camping and RV

I could not verify whether the grounds offer camping or RV spaces.

Accessibility and amenities

The 2025 fair association said it planned field trips for special-needs children and added an interactive garden, which suggests the grounds have been adapted for family and accessibility programs. I could not verify ADA parking, paved pathways, restroom accessibility, first aid stations, or ATMs. Contact the fair association before your visit.

Parking

Parking at the fair has been free in recent years. I could not verify parking capacity or overflow lots.

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Vendor and Exhibitor Information

Commercial vendor booths

Commercial vendors and food booths are a major part of the fair, with nearly 100 vendors in 2025. Contact the Collier County Fair & Exposition for booth applications, fees, and deadlines. I could not verify the current application process.

Competitive exhibits

Youth exhibitors enter livestock and poultry through the UF/IFAS Extension Collier County 4-H program. Adult exhibitors and non-livestock entries go through the fair association. Ask for the exhibit handbook and entry forms.

Entry deadlines and premium book

I could not verify entry deadlines or premium book availability for the 2026 or 2027 fair. Request the premium book from the fair association early.

Contact information

• Collier County Fair & Exposition, Inc.: contact through the fair’s official website for booth, exhibitor, and general questions. Mailing and office details were not verified.
• UF/IFAS Extension Collier County: the office sits at 14700 Immokalee Road in Naples, according to recent listings. Another listing shows the Collier County Extension Office at 14700 County Road 846. Confirm the current address before visiting.

Getting to Collier County Fairgrounds

From Naples

The fairgrounds are on the east side of Naples, just past Immokalee Road. Drivers from downtown Naples can head east toward Immokalee Road and turn toward 39th Avenue Northeast. I could not verify the best route against a current map.

From Fort Myers and Bonita Springs

Visitors from Fort Myers and Bonita Springs would typically reach the fairgrounds from Interstate 75 and then east to Immokalee Road. I could not verify the exit number, so use a navigation app.

From Marco Island and Immokalee

Drivers from Marco Island and Immokalee can reach the fairgrounds from the county’s main east-west roads. Confirm the route before you leave.

Transit and shuttles

I could not verify public transit or shuttle service during fair week.

Rideshare

I could not verify rideshare drop-off points at the fairgrounds.

4-H and FFA at Collier County Fairgrounds

The extension office’s role

UF/IFAS Extension Collier County runs the 4-H program, and its office is located on the same road as the fairgrounds. The extension office manages 4-H enrollment, livestock weigh-ins, and exhibit rules, and it coordinates the youth livestock program for the fair. The 4-H agent and outreach coordinators are listed on the office’s staff page, though that list is undated.

4-H clubs

Collier County’s 4-H program has included livestock clubs. A 2017–2018 club list named Immokalee Livestock 4-H Club, Naples Livestock 4-H Club, and County Line 4-H Club, among others. Club meetings were held at the extension office. I could not confirm the current number of clubs.

FFA chapters

I could not verify which high school FFA chapters participate in the fair.

Youth livestock show

The Collier County 4-H Livestock Show has been held in Immokalee each January, according to a 2022 extension post, and it includes a livestock weigh-in that helps youth prepare for the fair. I could not verify whether the show still takes place in Immokalee or at the fairgrounds, so check with the extension office.

Youth livestock auction

I could not verify whether Collier County holds a youth livestock auction, the rules for bidders, or how proceeds are split. Ask the fair association and extension office before bidding.

Youth fundraisers

The 4-H program has held a Farm-City BBQ fundraiser to support youth programming. A 2018 post placed that event at Cambier Park in Naples. Confirm whether the event still runs and where.

Special Events Beyond the Annual Fair

Rodeos

The Collier County Extreme Rodeo was listed at the fairgrounds for November 10 and 11, 2023, as its fourth annual event. I could not verify a current rodeo.

Horse shows

I could not verify horse shows at the fairgrounds.

Gun shows, swap meets, and flea markets

I could not verify gun shows, swap meets, or flea markets at the grounds.

Motocross and ATV events

I could not verify motocross or ATV events at the fairgrounds.

Seasonal festivals

Listings show a Farm-City BBQ on a Wednesday in late November and a Naples Hot Air Balloon Festival on a Friday in early December, both associated with the fair association. I could not verify the year or the location of either event.

Community fundraisers

The 4-H Farm-City BBQ fundraiser and the 2025 fair’s silent auction are examples of community fundraisers tied to the fair. I could not verify other current fundraisers at the grounds.

Concerts and touring acts

Recent fairs have featured music on multiple stages, and the grounds have hosted concerts. I could not verify the current year’s touring lineup.

History of Collier County Fairgrounds

Establishment

I could not verify the year the fairgrounds opened or when the county or association acquired the land.

Early roots

The fair has grown from a local agricultural and youth event into a multi-day festival with rides, vendors, and entertainment. The 4-H livestock program is a long-standing part of that tradition.

Notable events

The 2025 fair was the 49th annual event and drew around 90,000 visitors, according to local coverage. The 2026 fair was billed as the 50th annual fair. Recent fairs have featured new rides and expanded vendor areas.

Cancellations

In March 2020, the fair closed partway through its run because of the COVID-19 pandemic, shutting down on March 15. Fair officials said at the time that they planned to hold the next fair the following year. The fairgrounds rely on the fair for much of their annual income, so the closure was a serious financial blow.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Collier County Fair in 2026 and 2027?
The 2026 Collier County Fair ran March 19 through March 29, according to listings. I could not verify the 2027 dates, so check with the fair association.

What time does Collier County Fairgrounds open?
I could not verify gate hours for the 2026 fair. Check the fair’s official schedule.

Is there camping at Collier County Fairgrounds?
I could not verify camping or RV availability.

How do I enter livestock in the Collier County Fair?
Youth enter livestock through UF/IFAS Extension Collier County and its 4-H program. Contact the extension office for enrollment and entry rules.

Are dogs allowed at Collier County Fairgrounds?
I could not verify the pet policy. Confirm with the fair association before bringing a pet.

Where do I park at Collier County Fairgrounds?
Parking has been free at recent fairs. I could not verify parking capacity or overflow areas.

Who do I contact to rent Collier County Fairgrounds?
Contact the Collier County Fair & Exposition, Inc. I could not verify rental rates or availability.

How much does it cost to get into the Collier County Fair?
A 2023 report listed admission at $10 for adults and $5 for children. Confirm current prices with the fair association.