Enjoy carnival rides, fun, food, crafts, livestock show and sale, exhibits, entertainment, petting zoo and more at the Southwest Florida Ag Expo.

Daily Shows:

Agricadabra:

The Agricadabra Magic Show is filled with fun and even some education.  We use 12 volunteers during the show and even have a live rabbit!  The show combines magic and agricultural education specific to the great state of Florida.

Hypnosis Show:

The comedy hypnosis show is always a big hit at our events. It runs for about an hour, and we use around 16-20 volunteers. During the show, Grayson hypnotizes participants who are given a variety of suggestions while under hypnosis, such as singing and dancing like a pop star, becoming a member of an orchestra, meeting their favorite celebrity, and so much more.

Cowboy Camp with Les McDowell:

Stop by Cowboy Camp and learn to rope, listen to Cowboy Poetry and stories of early Florida.  

Learn to spin a rope and find the inter Cowboy in all of us.

Trinity Heritage Ranch:

This live exhibit contains an old-time creamery where patrons participate in preparing a cow for milking by hand. Through their bilingual demonstrations they show that agriculture has no barriers.  Kids get hands-on experiences with the process of making, butter, ice cream and soap using historic tools and machines in these processes, and they learn the concept of “Home Made”.  

East Knoll Pottery:

Reggie the potter has been potting for over 50 years!  I have been owner of a small pottery company and have taught adults and children. I specialize in Early American History of clays, bricks, pottery, tiles and other uses. I teach how to find “wild” clay, how to process it, fire it in primitive and modern kilns, how and why glazes are used and much, much more!

I will be demonstrating making pots on a reproduction of a 1700s wooden treadle wheel. I can make large pottery, but when I travel, I demonstrate forming miniature pottery in a variety of clays on my foot powered wheel. Come and see how miniatures are made and ask any questions on clays and glazes.  

With anecdotes, stories and jokes, pottery has never been so informative and fun.

Eudora Farms:

Experience our interactive, hands on exotic animal petting zoo; it has been a popular attraction at many fairs and festivals throughout the southeast.  They have 40-50 animals which include 15-20 rare and exotic species from around the world!  The exhibit places the highest priority in cleanliness and professionalism which has helped to build a reputation of quality that's hard to find.  Camel and/or Pony rides are also available throughout the day.

The Kid's Foam Zone:

The Most Fun Your Family Will Ever Have!

Fill your Fair with a mountain of foam and watch everyone have the time of their lives! The Foam Zone is guaranteed to make your Fair even more unforgettable.

- Perfect for all ages!

- Fun "New" addition to your Fair Entertainment

- Unique, interactive and engaging!

Michael Felk's Tinsmithing:

Sit back and be amazed as original contrivances from the 18th thru the 19th centuries are produced right before your eyes! Participate and play on three game levels by figuring out what the Tinsmith is making with clues provided!

Join in to play the mystery case challenge game, by simply guessing three items out of many period medical, military, or domestic items of the past, plus potentially winning a prize made exclusively for you worth $30.00!

Moogician:

An Act of Magical Cow-medy and Moo-steries. The Moogician will butter his way into your hearts as he performs one "cheezy" trick after the other as he "milks" it for everything he can. A show that is udderly entertaining and absolutely Bovine.

Pirate Man Dan:

Pirate Man Dan offers a high energy nautically themed show that includes magic, danger, unicycling and escape thrills that will have all ages sitting at the edge of their seats. The show uses numerous volunteers to be a part of the family friendly variety attraction and creates memories you want to be a part of. Catch him around the fair in between shows on his one of a kind electric land moving ship!

It is easy know when this pirate is around as thousands of bubbles, sea shanty music and Pirate Man Dan himself changes the ambiance like magic. Get a chance to get on the boat and take a photo as a pirate, pop a bubble while you are amazed by the thousands of them that surround you, and get down with some catchy tunes. Don't forget to say Arr, or Aye, or tell a pirate joke as Pirate Man Dan has a collection of  pirate jargon and nautical lore to answer with.

Pork Chop Revue:

The Pork Chop Revue is an unforgettable family show filled with comedy and an entertaining cast of lovable performing pigs and hogs - swine of all kind. Performed in a barnyard atmosphere, our performing porkers and barnyard buddies delight audiences with a display of amazing stunts and laughable antics that leave spectators in side-splitting laughter. You won’t be able to help but smile as you watch these bundles of bacon jump hurdles, waltz and even sing! Highlighting each performance is Oink the Singing Pig, a memory creating critter that brings joy to the young and old alike! But these pigs don't race; they're too smart for that.

Marc Dobson - The One Man Band:

The One Man Band, Marc Dobson puts on an inspiring performance playing instruments Marc has created. He performs on event grounds in multiple locations using a motorized and self-powered wagon loaded with 3,000 watts of modern sound equipment. His repertoire aims at every age covering songs from the 60’s thru to today with a mix of Rock, Country, Pop and more. With improv comedic antics, no two shows are alike which maybe is why Marc has been performing yearly at many fairs since the inception of his One Man Band.

Roger Abrahamson - Bowl Turner:

Roger the Giant Bowl Turner has been turning wooden bowls on foot-powered lathes for more than 35 years!

I teach and demonstrate at fairs, festivals and folk schools around the county, making traditional wooden bowls using ancient techniques.

I begin each bowl with fresh green wood, roughing out with an ax, mounting it on my own foot-powered lathe and then carving out a perfect bowl with my own hand-made tools!

I will be demonstrating the use of different woods, traditional turning and carving methods along with discussing ancient and modern equipment. Come see how bowls have been made for thousands of years and talk to me about wood, tools, old and new techniques and your own projects!

My demonstration is an astounding, educational and entertaining experience with anecdotes, stories, jokes and historic musical entertainment thrown in for kids and adults.

Music Entertainment:

February 27th, 2025

6 - 9 p.m: Deb and the Dynamics

Deb & the dynamics are a seven piece rock n soul band that’s been rockn Southwest Florida for the past 20 years.

The band consists of seven artists that bring an individuality to the carefully selected song list that showcases all of the members, keeping the audience entertained throughout the show.

Their styles range from classic r&b, soul, rock, blues, jazz & 70s dance.

Deb & the Dynamics always bring excitement and energy to every performance!

February 28, 2025

7 - 10 p.m: Rosada Project

Rosada Project is a 7-piece Classic Rock band that has been rocking Southwest Florida for over 10 years. They have opened for national performing artists and provide entertainment for festivals, country clubs, corporate and private events.

Their unique brand of entertainment fuses multiple instruments and tight harmonies with high-energy musical and dance favorites. They showcase the talents of all members with set lists that include popular songs from artists like The Eagles, Tom Petty, America, Marshall Tucker, Jethro Tull and Little Big Town. While their music resonates quickly with any audience, they enjoy including songs you won’t hear from other cover bands.

March 1st, 2025

2 - 5 p.m: Thunder Beach

Welcome to Thunder Beach.  Here you will experience something even more than with a tribute band... rock classics from many artists from the 60's - 80's, that you forgot you loved, and performed the way you remember them!

Thunder Beach delivers a musical experience to remember, combining tribute-level quality to every song, while engaging the crowd with our unique personalities - allowing you to feel like you're in the middle of a concert.

The 5 members of Thunder Beach bring their musical and vocal diversity, enabling song selections not often heard but always popular.

It's Classic Dance Rock... Done Right!!

7 - 10 p.m: Pure Country

Pure Country of Southwest Florida is a premier country band that performs the biggest country hits from the 80s and 90s. They play dynamic songs with powerful vocal harmony. The kind of music you loved to hear growing up. The band members are all seasoned musicians who have played both local and national stages over the years. They formed this group because of their love for good country music and their desire to play the classics that you don’t hear on the radio anymore. Artists such as Alan Jackson, George Strait, Garth Brooks, Little Texas, Alabama, Brooks and Dunn and many more.

March 2nd, 2025

2 - 5 p.m: The Eric Von Band

From the tranquil shores of Cortez to stages across the nation, we bring the heart and soul of Florida country rock to life. With over 8 years of electrifying performances, our high-energy shows combine passionate storytelling, unforgettable music, and a family-friendly party atmosphere that guarantees audience engagement every time.

6 - 9 p.m: ICONIC THE BAND

One of South Florida's premier party bands that will get you out of your seat and dancing the night away.

If you are ready to have some fun and love good music then you don't want to miss this show!  With a variety of classic songs from several genres, modern, classic rock and country and even a bit of pop, we've got you covered.

March 3rd, 2025

7-10 p.m: Billy Rice Band

The Billy Rice Band is the end result of a lot of talent and years of experience that make a night of fun for you. Playing songs that we all remember and some of their own originals, they are songs that make you dance or make you listen and enjoy the pure pleasure of music. When you come to a show, you know that it is all about you. When you see him you become part of a big family, because that’s how he makes you feel. That is what has always kept people coming back for more and what makes this band one of Florida’s top party bands.

March 4th, 2025

7 - 10 p.m: Trop Rock Junkies

It's all about the fun when this band performs. From the Midwest to Key West, the Trop Rock Junkies have become known as one of the top Trop Rock (beach/surf/party) bands in the country. Nominated by the Trop Rock Music Association 7 times for Band of the Year, plus 4 Trop Rock Music Award nominations in 2012 and in 2013, and the 2014 winner (Steve Tolliver) for Songwriter of the Year. The band is known by Trop Rock fans nationwide for their high energy tropical themed rock, beach, surf, party favorites. It has been said, "They put the rock in Trop Rock". Their mix of Jimmy Buffett, Zac Brown Band, oldies and danceable covers plus their own acclaimed originals make for a festive, high energy show that pleases all ages.

March 5th, 2025

5 - 7:30 p.m: The Holy Rocka Rollaz

HOLY ROCKA ROLLAZ BIO Get ready to rock the fabulous 50s with Minnesota’s own Holy Rocka Rollaz! If it’s the classic early American rock ‘n’ roll and rockabilly of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash, Chuck Berry, Patsy Cline (and many more!) that you like, played just the way those legends played it, you have found your dream band. The Holy Rocka Rollaz bring back the sound, the look and spirit of one of America’s most treasured eras. Nothing pleases these rock ‘n’ roll veterans more than seeing different generations enjoy this classic music together. The Holy Rocka Rollaz play with such high energy and joy that people of all ages get caught up in the excitement that flies off the stage.

March 7th, 2025

7 - 10 p.m: Hairdaze

Hairdaze performs the best of 80s Rock from such iconic groups as Guns N Roses, Bon Jovi, Van Halen, Ratt, Motley Crue, Journey, Night Ranger, Poison, and so many more!

This is an exciting representation of the true 80s concert experience with hip shaking, head banging, sing along good time party music!

The first class cast of the show are Lead Singer Joey Bravo, Virtuoso Guitarist Gary Schutt, and the powerhouse rhythm section of Joey Ojeda on Bass and Rikki Sanders on drums.

Put on your acid washed jeans, concert shirts, spandex and cowboy boots! We're gonna take a trip back in time when music was big guitars, big hooks, and big hair!

March 8th, 2025

7 - 10 p.m: Kettle of Fish

Kettle of Fish plays festiblues, the kind of festival music that features blues, soul and funk with the energy of rock n roll. They make old songs new again, and their originals sound like classics. Kettle is one of the hottest live acts in Southwest Florida, headlining to thousands, and opening for such acts as Eddie Money, Marshall Tucker, Elvin Bishop, Dickey Betts (three times, and he even called the band “intimidating”) and many more playing originals and deep track covers.

March 9th, 2025

2 - 5 p.m: Heat Latin Jazz Band

Heat Latin Jazz Band is a 5-piece group based in Fort Myers that has been a community favorite for authentic salsa and Afro-Cuban music for over ten years. The group prides itself on their unique presentation of Afro-Cuban music, played by musicians from diverse backgrounds of training, especially from the Bower School of Music at FGCU. The group covers a wide variety of Afro-Cuban jazz, salsa classics and original compositions, making for an eclectic program of music.

Expo Date: February 27 - March 9, 2025

Hours:
Weekdays: Gates open at 4pm
Weekends: Gates open at 11am

Location: Lee County Civic Center Complex, 11831 Bayshore Rd, North Fort Myers, FL 33917

General Gate Admission:
Adults: $10
Children (4-11):  $5
Children 3 and under are FREE

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