CLOCKWISE, FROM UPPER LEFT:

-- The Tampa Fire Department helped cool off at least one young fairgoer during the opening parade with a shockingly refreshing spray of water.

-- Savanna Batson, 9, of Latham, enjoys the mechanical-bull ride that was part of the interactive inflatables that were featured at this year's fair.

-- A parade entry by Hillsboro Industries appears to be following the "Parallel Parking" sign along Main Street-but in an unconventional manner.

-- Mikeyyy the Clown entertains some curious boys along the parade route.