Visitor Information

Parking & Directions

Everything you need to know to get to India Festival Tampa Bay 2026 at Florida State Fairgrounds

October 31, 2026 • 4800 US Highway 301 North, Tampa, FL 33610

Festival: 9 AM - 10 PM
Parking: $10 per vehicle
4800 US-301 N, Tampa

Parking Options

Multiple convenient parking choices available at Florida State Fairgrounds

On-Site Parking

$10 per vehicle

Parking is available directly at the Florida State Fairgrounds at $10 per vehicle. Multiple lots surround the exhibition halls — arrive early for best spots.

  • $10 per vehicle
  • Cash and card accepted
  • Accessible parking available
  • Follow signage from I-75

Rideshare Drop-off

Free drop-off zone

Uber, Lyft, and taxi drop-off/pick-up located at the main entrance gate. Designated area for easy access to Exhibition Hall.

  • No waiting fees
  • Well-lit area
  • Security present

Three Fairgrounds Entrances

Easy access from I-4 & I-75

The Florida State Fairgrounds has three entrances for easy access: US Hwy 301 (Gate 1), MLK Blvd (Gates 2 & 3), and Orient Rd (Gate 4). Follow signage and staff directions to the India Festival parking areas.

  • US Hwy 301 Entrance (Gate 1)
  • MLK Blvd Entrance (Gates 2 & 3)
  • Orient Rd Entrance (Gate 4)

Driving Directions

Easy access from I-75. Follow signs for Florida State Fairgrounds.

From Downtown Tampa

12 miles (20 min)
  1. 1Head north on I-275 N
  2. 2Merge onto I-75 N via exit 263
  3. 3Take exit 264 toward Fowler Ave / US-301
  4. 4Turn right onto US-301 N (Fowler Ave)
  5. 5Continue for 2.5 miles
  6. 6Florida State Fairgrounds will be on your right

From St. Petersburg

28 miles (35 min)
  1. 1Cross Howard Frankland Bridge (I-275)
  2. 2Continue on I-275 N
  3. 3Merge onto I-75 N
  4. 4Take exit 264 toward Fowler Ave / US-301
  5. 5Turn right onto US-301 N
  6. 6Fairgrounds on your right after 2.5 miles

From Orlando

85 miles (1 hr 20 min)
  1. 1Head west on I-4 W
  2. 2Merge onto I-75 S toward Tampa
  3. 3Take exit 264 toward Fowler Ave / US-301
  4. 4Turn left onto US-301 N
  5. 5Continue for 2.5 miles
  6. 6Fairgrounds will be on your left

Important Visitor Information

Plan your visit for the best experience

Festival hours: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM

No outside food or beverages permitted

Free water stations available inside

Re-entry allowed with hand stamp

ATMs available on-site

Fairgrounds main line: (813) 621-7821

Venue Location

Florida State Fairgrounds • 4800 US Highway 301 North, Tampa, FL 33610

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GPS: 28.0736° N, 82.4065° W

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