Traveling oddities expo with vendors of taxidermy, horror and Halloween art, antiques and sideshow performers, plus hands-on taxidermy and entomology classes.
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is coming to the Florida State Fairgrounds on November 21 and 22, 2026. It's the world's largest traveling oddities event, and it bills itself as the first and original traveling show in the country devoted exclusively to oddities vendors and dark artists. The whole thing is run on a DIY basis, which means the organizers hand-select the vendors, dealers, artists, and small businesses that set up shop.
What you'll find there covers just about everything weird. There's taxidermy and preserved specimens, original artwork, horror and Halloween-inspired pieces, antiques, and handcrafted oddities. You'll also see quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls and bones, and funeral collectibles—all legally owned and sustainably sourced. It's a wide spread, so you can spend as much time as you want just browsing the stalls.
There's more to do than just shopping, too. Sideshow performers take the stage throughout the day, and you can pick up a new craft at hands-on taxidermy and entomology classes. The organizers describe it as a safe place to discover new artists and be surrounded by a community of like-minded people.
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Both days run from 10 AM to 6 PM at the Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. Hwy 301 N, Tampa, FL 33610. Advanced general admission is $15, and it goes up to $20 if you buy your ticket on the day; kids 12 and under get in free. Parking is $10 online and $12 onsite.
Date
21 November – 22 November
10:00
Location
Florida State FairgroundsPrice
Paid
Recommended Age
+14 years
