The Art of Photography Palm Beaches

https://www.southfloridafair.com/events/fair/2026-south-florida-fair
**Since 1912 each January, over a half million visitors enjoy 17 fun-filled days at the South Florida Fair, one of Florida’s oldest and largest community events. Fairgoers are entertained by first-class stage shows, live music performances, sensational midway rides, unique shopping, and the best of fair food. Visitors experience educational and interactive experiences at historic Yesteryear Village. Five stages of continuous entertainment await you every year during the South Florida Fair! The grounds' attractions and educational shows in Yesteryear Village are sure to make your visit memorable. For detailed information and the events schedule, visit South Florida Fair

This is your opportunity to get out of your comfort zone and come to the South Florida Fair and take advantage of the limitless Photo opportunities: Street photography, parades, dancers, musicians, big and little animals, vegetables, mermaids, cowboys, pig races, black smiths, wood workers, architecture, pirates, ice skaters, colors, lights and action.

Everyone will find something to photograph.
Equipment: wide-angle, moderate zoom lens, comfortable shoes

Things to keep in mind:
Creative Camera Movement https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OnEofnm3ykWjTOMlbQP8Qc9Tx48ng7fV
Documentary or Expressive https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OnEofnm3ykWjTOMlbQP8Qc9Tx48ng7fV
Street Photography: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OnEofnm3ykWjTOMlbQP8Qc9Tx48ng7fV

We will meet at 4:00PM at the entrance to Yesteryear Village.

Contest
We will create an album titled “2025 South Florida Fair Challenge.”
Post up to three (3) of your best photos from the event by 7PM, Thursday, January 29, 2026. We will choose the best photo from the meetup album to become the permanent cover for the event. The name of the winning photographer will also be displayed on the album cover.
Eligible photos must meet the following criteria:
Must be taken on January 24, 2025, at the South Florida Fair between 10 AM and 10 PM.
Must be posted before the deadline.
Please remember to title your photos! Good luck in getting your photo selected as the winner.

Ticket Prices: Advance Discount Admission tickets are $12 for 11 years and older, valid any one day of the Fair.
Admission is free for children 10 and younger.
https://www.southfloridafair.com/p/south-florida-fair/visit/buytickets/admission-information

Parking:
General Parking is $15; Premium Parking is $25
Parking lots open at:
8:30 a.m. on Saturdays, Sundays and MLK Day and
10:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
All parking is on a first-come, first-served basis.
CREDIT CARD ONLY.

### ACCESSIBLE PARKING.

Accessible parking spaces are available in the Pink Lot/Lot 6. Vehicles must have appropriate plates or permits to park. There is no free parking for handicap permits.

## DIRECTIONS

9067 Southern Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Google Maps:
https://www.google.com/maps/dir//9067+Southern+Blvd+West+Palm+Beach,+FL+33411/@26.682636,-80.1895988,16z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x88d92f2d0c5c82cb:0x49b9574553c8243b!2m2!1d-80.1895988!2d26.682636?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwNy4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA2OUgBUAM%3D
The South Florida Fair is located on Southern Boulevard in West Palm Beach, FL, 1.5 miles west of the Florida Turnpike and 1 mile east of 441/SR7.
From I-95 South:
Exit at Southern Boulevard. Exit #68. Go west approximately 7 miles. Turn right on Fairgrounds Rd. Enter Gates 3 or 12 to main parking lots
From I-95 North:
Exit at Belvedere Rd. Exit #69. Go west approximately 7 miles to Sansbury’s Way. Turn left on Sansbury's Way. Go south for about 1/3 mile. Enter Gate 3 on Sansbury's Way to main parking lots.
From Turnpike South:
Exit #97, Southern Blvd., in West Palm Beach. Go west 1.5 miles. Turn right on Fairgrounds Rd. Enter Gate 12 to main parking lots.
From Turnpike North:
Exit #99, Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach. Go west 1.5 miles. Turn left on Sansbury's Way and go south approximately 1 mile. Enter Gate 3 on Sansbury's Way to the main parking lots.