
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Plan Your Visit
Event Details
The Florida Pioneer Festival takes place November 6–7, 2026 at Pioneer Park in Zolfo Springs, Florida.
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Festival Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM both days
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This is a rain-or-shine event, so dress comfortably for Florida weather.
Tickets & Entry
Gate Entry
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Adults: $10
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Students (with ID): $5
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Children 4 & under: Free
Includes access to the festival grounds, Mercantile Market, food trucks, and Friday night’s bluegrass concert.
Education Passes – 2 Full Days of Learning
For those ready to dive deeper, the Education Pass offers two days of talks, lectures, and hands-on workshops led by nationally recognized speakers including Joel Salatin, Laura Cox, Rachel Hester, and more.
What You’ll Learn:
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Regenerative farming & homesteading practices
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Beekeeping & animal care
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Bread making & food preservation
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Permaculture & food forest design
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Butchering & meat cuts
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Plus dozens of practical, skill-building sessions
Pricing Options:
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Single-Day Education Pass: $75 (Friday OR Saturday)
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Includes gate entry, all sessions for the day
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Weekend Education Pass (Best Value): $100
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Includes both days of gate entry
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Access to all educational sessions
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Choosing the Right Ticket
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Just exploring? → Gate Entry
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Looking to learn? → Single-Day Education Pass
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Want it all? → Weekend Education Pass
All tickets are subject to standard fees and processing.
Parking & Accessibility
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Paid onsite parking with attendants to guide you. $5 CASH ONLY
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Accessible parking and pathways are available. Please note: some areas are grassy or uneven.
Visitor Information
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Re-entry: Allowed with wristband or ticket confirmation and hand-stamp
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Food & Drinks: No outside food or coolers.
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Pets: Service animals only.
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Payments: Many vendors accept cards, but cash is recommended.
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What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, hat, water bottle, and a notebook for workshops if desired.
Travel & Lodging
Address
Pioneer Park
231 Wilbur C. King Blvd.
Zolfo Springs, FL 33890
Easily accessible from State Road 66 and a short drive from Sebring, Wauchula, Arcadia, and other Heartland towns.
Nearby Airports
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Tampa International Airport (TPA): ~1 hr 45 min north
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Orlando International Airport (MCO): ~2 hrs northeast
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Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW): ~2 hrs southwest
Lodging
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Hotels available in Sebring, Wauchula, and Arcadia (20–30 minutes away)
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RV parks and campgrounds in Zolfo Springs and Hardee County
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Vacation rentals and cabins nearby — book early for best options