News of Florida Fairs

The Osceola County Fair 2023 just finished. We ran from Feb 10-19th this year and we had an awesome year!! Going up against 2022 record numbers, I’m very proud to announce that we outdid last year’s numbers for another record year!!

After a 7 year absence, we brought back the Demolition derby which was a huge favorite and we are on track to have this event continue. In addition, we had the 1st every Osceola Idol singing competition which also was a huge favorite leaving a standing room-only crowd. We had 1 -3rd place winners winning a 2795.00 scholarship to Chicago, Il, 2nd place with a 1000.00, and 3rd place with a 500 dollar prize. Again, we will have this continue. Our 3rd new event that was added this year was bringing a country music artist for a concert for which you needed to purchase tickets. Again, this was successful and we will continue to book an artist and label this as the Osceola County Fair concert series.

I am Joel Rose the new General Manager for the Osceola County Fair and was brought in July of 2022. Retired from the United States Air Force where I was Director of Operations for all First Lady Travel throughout the world, and coming to the fair from the hospitality industry as Hotel General Manager of Marriott hotels and American Cruise Lines, I was looking to get more involved with my community. I found this opportunity with the KVLS & Osceola County Fair and it was a perfect fit for both my professional aspirations and my family life.

We are now in planning mode already for our 80th year coming up in 2024. You can expect that there will be spectacular shows, events, and celebrations to mark this monumental occasion. We have attached several photos for your viewing and please feel free to use any you see fit.

I want to personally thank my staff, and each and every person I have had the opportunity to meet so far in the fair industry! Everyone that has shared their experiences, and advice has been instrumental in having our Fair continue to be the highest attended and most memorable event in and around Osceola County!!

Thank you, Joel

Rose

Joel A Rose General Manager Kissimmee Valley Livestock Show and Fair (321)

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