This family-friendly annual event features midway rides and games for all ages, favorite fair food, live music, magic shows, a petting zoo and alligator wrestling shows starring Jimmy from the Gator Boys.

Fair admission and parking are free.

Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36 inches and taller) are $35 on site or online before 5 pm Feb. 16 for $29 each, 2/$55 or 4/$99.

Ride tickets are $1.50 each, $30/20 tickets, or $60/50 tickets plus 1 free ride. (Rides take 2 or more tickets each.) Online pre-sale special: $45/50 tickets + 1 free ride.

Fair hours: 5-10 pm Tuesday - Thursday, 5-11 pm Fridays, noon-11 pm Saturdays and Sunday (Feb. 19), noon-10 pm Monday (Presidents Day) and Sunday (Feb. 26)

More information: 866-666-3247 or https://DreamlandAmusements.com/upcoming-events-amusement-carnival/marion-county-fair/

For the fair entertainment schedule, visit MarionCountyFairFL.com.

The Marion County Fair is sponsored by Florida Kids Helping Kids, a nonprofit organization run entirely by volunteers.