Florida Strawberry Festival returns

The Florida Strawberry Festival returns to Plant City Thursday and runs through March 13 with all the same excitement along with new entertainment and food options.

The 11-day event boasts fun for the whole family including concerts, contests, parades, rides, livestock, food and more.

On average, the festival draws 500,000 visitors each year.

Gates open at 10 a.m. each day and close at 10 p.m.

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Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for kids ages 6 -12, and kids 5 and younger are free with an adult ticket.

LINK: For more information on the festival, visit flstrawberryfestival.com.