We may not have a 10-second car, but we do have Family, with a capital F. A pair of Fast and Furious franchise stars are headlining the 2nd annual FuelFest, a high-octane and adrenaline-fueled automotive festival and showcase coming to Tampa this spring. The show is hosted at the Florida State Fairgrounds (4800 US Highway 301 North) on Saturday, March 28, from 1 to 8 pm.
The sprawling event has long been a favorite of car enthusiasts, and it was a hit in its Tampa debut last year. The festival will feature more than 800 custom, exotic, rare and exclusive cars and trucks, plus drift ride-alongs by pro drivers, Fast and Furious screen-used movie cars, live concerts, and various interactive fan racing activities and attractions.
The headline for lovers of the increasingly unbelievable (and always enjoyable) Fast and Furious movies will be celebrity appearances by two of the franchise’s stars, Tyrese Gibson and Cody Walker, the brother of the late Paul Walker, who appeared in the movies following his brother’s untimely passing.
It was Cody Walker who initially kicked off FuelFest, bringing to life his vision of creating a world-class automotive celebration that incorporates live action motorsports and music. It has been a hit across the world, from Los Angeles and Chicago to Tokyo and Qatar. The festival benefits Reach Out WorldWide (ROWW), the non-profit charity founded by Paul Walker and continued by his brother today.
At the festival, the Fitment Industries 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 also features an all-new popular area, C4 Energy Taste of Tokyo, giving fans a Japanese underground car meet vibe with a variety of cars you’re likely to see lurking in the streets of Tokyo. Fans can also register their car in the People’s Choice Paddock, a fan-judged section where the best cars compete to be crowned People’s Choice on the Festival Stage.
For those looking to elevate the thrilling experience, FuelFest offers VIP access with a private lounge, premium benefits, early admission access, limited edition merchandise, free swag, auctions, and more. General Admission tickets start at $35, and kids 12 and under get in free.
