TAMPA – Following record-setting shows in South Florida since 2022, FuelFest is set to open gates for its inaugural show at the Florida State Fairgrounds.
Now in its seventh year of hosting events globally, FuelFest blends the enthusiast’s passion for the automotive world with appearances by “Fast & Furious” franchise stars Tyrese Gibson and Cody Walker, live action drifting, live music on the festival stage, a huge car show, automotive culture and dozens of custom exhibits.
The show will feature more than 800 top custom, exotic, rare and exclusive cars and trucks, plus drift ride-alongs and “Fast and Furious” screen used movie cars, various interactive fan racing activities and attractions. Judged car show sections and best of show awards and trophies are new for 2025.
The FuelFest drift pits are open access, allowing fans to get up close to their favorite race cars and see what these amazing machines are all about.
FuelFest will also feature the Taste of Tokyo, giving fans a Japanese underground car meet vibe with a variety of cars you’re likely to see in the streets of Tokyo.
For those looking to elevate the experience, FuelFest offers VIP access with premium benefits, early admission access for FuelClub members, limited edition merchandise, free swag and auctions.
A portion of the event’s proceeds benefit Reach Out WorldWide, the nonprofit founded by Paul Walker and continued by his brother, Cody Walker. The organization was created after a massive earthquake devastated Haiti with the inspiration to organize a relief team that responded to the disaster. ROWW’s mission is to fill the gap between the availability of skilled resources in post-disaster situations. As of 2024, ROWW has raised over $580,000 through the partnership with FuelFest to benefit those in need and has deployed resources to several disaster areas, including recently Asheville, N.C. and Englewood, Florida, following hurricanes.
Want to go?
FuelFest will take place from 1 to 8 p.m. March 1 at the Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301 N. Tickets start at $35. Children 12 and younger get in free. Buy tickets at FuelFest.com.
