FGF Youth Livestock – Hogs & Wethers LATE Entry Due Date
2025-07-11
For Additional information on the Youth Livestock Show, visit the links below.

Register Here

Livestock Rules

Schedule of Events

Download Record Books

FGF Youth Livestock – Hogs & Wethers Tag In
2025-07-12 07:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Livestock Barn
UPDATED TIME! TAG IN WILL START AT 7:00 AM IN AN EFFORT TO BEAT THE HEAT!
For Additional information on the Youth Livestock Show, visit the links below.

Register Here

Livestock Rules

Schedule of Events

Download Record Books

Runnin’ For the Ca$h – Barrel Race
2025-07-19 | RODEO ARENA
For more information: https://www.facebook.com/RunninForTheCash

City Church Back to School Bash
2025-08-02 | RECEPTION HALL
City Church and other Community Partners are coming together to provide FREE School Supplies & Haircuts for elementary students in our community followed with a morning of fun with waterslides.

For more Information: City Church Facebook

FGF Youth Livestock – Open Scales
2025-08-02 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-08-23 08:00 - 09:00 | Livestock Barn

North Florida Cornhole | Cornhole Tournament benefiting Florida Gateway Pink Crisis Fund
2025-08-02 10:00 - 17:00 | BANQUET HALL
Cornhole Tournament hosted by North FL Cornhole on August 2nd 2025, at the Florida Gateway Fairgrounds! The tournament will benefit the Florida Gateway Pink Crisis Fund. Registration will take place before the event and Buttman’s Seasoning & Catering will be out as well! Come out and support the crisis fund!

The Florida Gateway Pink Crisis Fund is a nonprofit organization, that helps cancer patients of Columbia County, Florida, and surrounding counties with medical expenses. For more information, please visit our website www.fgpink.com

Location: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds, Banquet Hall, Building D
Registration: 10:00am
Tournament Starts: 11:00am

2 Tournaments
Bring a Partner $50 per Team
Blind Draw $20 per player (Following Partner Tournament)

$10 Cooler Fee

FGF Youth Livestock – Heifers(Beef & Dairy) & Does Entry Due Date
2025-08-22

FGF Youth Livestock – Heifers(Beef & Dairy) & Does LATE Entry Due Date
2025-08-29

Swim & Splash Expo with South East Spas
2025-09-05 - 2025-09-07 | Exhibit Building B
Interested in buying a hot tub? Want to test a swim spa? Brave enough to cold plunge AND try the sauna? Stop by to test out our full product range.
September 5-7, 2025In Lake City, Florida, at the Florida Gateway Fairgrounds! 164 SW Mary Ethel Lane, FL, United States, Florida 32025

Off R Rocker B3 Rodeo
2025-09-05 19:00 - 2025-09-06 00:00 | RODEO ARENA
Get Ready for the Off R Rocker B3 Rodeo!
Mark your calendars for September 5th & 6th and join us at the Florida Gateway Fairgrounds in Lake City, FL for two action-packed days of rodeo thrills, family fun, and community spirit!
What to Expect:• Heart-pounding bull riding, barrel racing, and bronc riding• Top pro rodeo athletes from across the country• Food trucks, vendors, mechanical bull• Music, dancing, and a whole lot of Western hospitality
This isn’t just a rodeo — it’s a movement. Off R Rocker is proud to support and sponsor the next generation of rodeo athletes. Come cheer the cowboys and cowgirls on and be part of something bigger.
🎟️ Tickets
Location: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds, Lake City, FL Dates: Friday & Saturday, September 5–6 Time: Gates open at 5:30PM – Rodeo starts at 7:00 PM
Bring the whole family for a weekend you won’t forget. Whether you’re a die-hard rodeo fan or just looking for a good time, the B3 Rodeo has something for everyone!
Let’s Ride. Let’s Cheer. Let’s Get Off R Rocker!

Open Scales | FGF Youth Livestock
2025-09-13 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-10-04 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-10-11 08:00 - 09:00 | Livestock Barn

Bring Back Care | Florida Voices for Health
2025-09-15 18:00 - 20:00 | RECEPTION HALL
Tired of traveling long distances for medical care? We’re listening. Share your concerns at our Health Care Speak Out to help bring back care to North Florida. Hosted by For Florida’s Health and the Columbia County Wellness Collaborative.

Tickets

Uplift Columbia | Living Hope, Inc.
2025-09-18 09:00 - 15:00 | BANQUET HALL
Last year about 200 people and more than 20 different churches gathered with health providers and community leaders toshare vision and action!Connect with others to have a big impact and be part of the solution,Reserve your seat and register today, to join this movement of churches and leaders working toward one purpose,Click to register and click vendor if your group or organization would like to reserve a table to share information. Click here

Gun Show | Cliffhangers
2025-10-04 09:00 - 2025-10-05 15:00 | BANQUET HALL
Gun, Knife, and Military collectors show bringing you the best Northeast Florida has to offer. We have an assortment of both new and old for every collector and sporting enthusiast around. Come see for yourself! BUY*SELL*TRADE*
SATURDAY: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
SUNDAY: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Admission: $10

Barrel Race | NBHA (National Barrel Horse Association)
2025-10-04 16:00 | RODEO ARENA
The National Barrel Horse Association, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, is the largest barrel racing organization in the world. In 1992, the NBHA revolutionized the barrel racing industry by pioneering the divisional format, which allows riders of all skill levels a chance to win money and prizes in barrel racing competition.

Friends of the NRA Annual Banquet
2025-10-07 17:30 | BANQUET HALL
Join other champions of the Second Amendment for dinner, games, auctions, and fun with a chance to win exclusive NRA guns, gear, décor, and collectibles!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flfnra/

Final Weigh-in | FGF Youth Livestock
2025-10-23 15:00 - 19:00 | Livestock Barn
Today is the day we’ve all been waiting for! Weigh-in will start at 3 pm

For Additional information on the Youth Livestock Show, visit the links below.

Register Here

Livestock Rules

Schedule of Events

Download Record Books

The 71st Annual Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock show will start on Friday, October 24, 2025, and run through Sunday, November 2, 2025. Have fun on the midway with its games and rides! Visit the food court for all of your favorite vendors and stop in to see local businesses in the exhibit hall. Don’t forget to visit the livestock barn to see cows, goats and pigs, and the kids that have diligently worked with these animals.

Purchase your tickets in advance: Coming Soon
Calling all Artists and Crafters! We want to see your work at the fair. Visit the link below and read over the guide for more information.Arts and Crafts Contest – Rules and Information: coming soon
Monday – Friday: Gates open at 5:00pmSaturday Gates open at 2:00pm
Sunday: Gates open at 12:00pm (noon)
You can check out the Florida Gateway Fairgrounds Facebook page to stay up-to-date: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds FacebookOr visit our website for more information: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds

71st Annual Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock Show
2025-10-24 - 2025-11-02 | MIDWAY
The 71st Annual Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock show will start on Friday, October 24, 2025, and run through Sunday, November 2, 2025. Have fun on the midway with its games and rides! Visit the food court for all of your favorite vendors and stop in to see local businesses in the exhibit hall. Don’t forget to visit the livestock barn to see cows, goats and pigs, and the kids that have diligently worked with these animals.

Purchase your tickets in advance!
Calling all Artists and Crafters! We want to see your work at the fair. Visit the link below and read over the guide for more information.Arts and Crafts Contest – Rules and Information
Monday – Friday: Gates open at 5:00pmSaturday Gates open at 2:00pm
Sunday: Gates open at 12:00pm (noon)
You can check out the Florida Gateway Fairgrounds Facebook page to stay up-to-date: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds FacebookOr visit our website for more information: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds

Judging | FGF Youth Livestock
2025-10-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Livestock Barn
The 71st Annual Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock show will start on Friday, October 24, 2025, and run through Sunday, November 2, 2025. Have fun on the midway with its games and rides! Visit the food court for all of your favorite vendors and stop in to see local businesses in the exhibit hall. Don’t forget to visit the livestock barn to see cows, goats and pigs, and the kids that have diligently worked with these animals.

Purchase your tickets in advance: Coming Soon
Calling all Artists and Crafters! We want to see your work at the fair. Visit the link below and read over the guide for more information.Arts and Crafts Contest – Rules and Information: coming soon
Monday – Friday: Gates open at 5:00pmSaturday Gates open at 2:00pm
Sunday: Gates open at 12:00pm (noon)
You can check out the Florida Gateway Fairgrounds Facebook page to stay up-to-date: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds FacebookOr visit our website for more information: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds

Doe Show | Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock Show
2025-10-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Livestock Barn

Beef Heifer Show | Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock Show
2025-10-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Livestock Barn

Barnyard Olympics | Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock Show
2025-10-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Livestock Barn
The 71st Annual Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock show will start on Friday, October 24, 2025, and runs through Sunday, November 2, 2025. Have fun on the midway with its games and rides! Visit the food court for all of your favorite vendors and stop in to see local businesses in the exhibit hall. Don’t forget to visit the livestock barn to see cows, goats and pigs, and the kids that have diligently worked with these animals.

Purchase your tickets in advance: Coming Soon
Calling all Artists and Crafters! We want to see your work at the fair. Visit the link below and read over the guide for more information.Arts and Crafts Contest – Rules and Information: coming soon
Monday – Friday: Gates open at 5:00pmSaturday Gates open at 2:00pm
Sunday: Gates open at 12:00pm (noon)
You can check out the Florida Gateway Fairgrounds Facebook page to stay up-to-date: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds FacebookOr visit our website for more information: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds

Steer Show | Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock Show
2025-10-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Livestock Barn

Hog Show | Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock Show
2025-10-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Livestock Barn

Wether Show | Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock Show
2025-10-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Livestock Barn

Livestock Sale | Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock Show
2025-10-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Livestock Barn
The 71st Annual Florida Gateway Fair and Livestock show will start on Friday, October 24, 2025, and run through Sunday, November 2, 2025. Have fun on the midway with its games and rides! Visit the food court for all of your favorite vendors and stop in to see local businesses in the exhibit hall. Don’t forget to visit the livestock barn to see cows, goats and pigs, and the kids that have diligently worked with these animals.

Purchase your tickets in advance!
Calling all Artists and Crafters! We want to see your work at the fair. Visit the link below and read over the guide for more information.Arts and Crafts Contest – Rules and Information
Monday – Friday: Gates open at 5:00pmSaturday Gates open at 2:00pm
Sunday: Gates open at 12:00pm (noon)
You can check out the Florida Gateway Fairgrounds Facebook page to stay up-to-date: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds FacebookOr visit our website for more information: Florida Gateway Fairgrounds

Pre-Register as a Livestock Buyer

2026 Florida Sunshine Classic DOUBLE POULTRY SHOW
2026-01-09 - 2026-01-11 | Exhibit Building B
The Florida Sunshine Classic is held to promote the hobby of breeding, raising and showing purebred poultry. We also wish to join in a worthy effort to elevate this hobby to the highest standard of competition, honor, sportsmanship and fair dealing.
Friday, January 9th
1:00 pm Showroom opens to receive birds
8:00 pm Showroom PROMPTLY closes

Saturday, January 10th
6:00 am Showroom will open
9:00 am Judging will begin
12:00 pm Free lunch for all exhibitors and guests
5:00 pm Showroom PROMPTLY closes

Sunday, January 11th
7:00 am Showroom opens
8:30 am Final judging
9:00 am Award presentation
