Auto Cross This Weekend at the Fresno Fairgrounds! | May 17 & 18

The Sports Car Club of America, Fresno Chapter returns for yet another action-packed day of autocross racing at the Fresno Fairgrounds (Carnival Lot) Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18 from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Drive your car at the limit and compete safely with SCCA time trials! This event is FREE to spectate.

 

For more details about SCCA – Fresno, click here.

Fresno County Historical Museum Open This Saturday!

Looking for something fun and free to do this Saturday? Head to the Fresno Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 17 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. to check out our two award-winning museums, the Fresno County Historical Museum and The Big Fresno Fair Museum! In the Fresno County Historical Museum, learn about the rich history of Fresno County, different cultures and contributions, plus enjoy incredible artifacts and photos!

 

Admission and parking are free along the Chance Ave. parking lot.

 

To get a sneak peek of the history the Fresno County Historical Museum holds, click here.

The Circus Returns to the Fresno Fairgrounds | May 15 – 18

🎪 The Circus is Back! 🎪


Don’t miss Garden Bros Nuclear Circus in the Butler Parking Lot, May 15 – 18! This brand-new show, “Jr. the Clown Goes to Hollywood!” has over 150 performers, including death-defying aerialists, amazing animals and Edward – the world’s smallest man at just 27 inches tall! Tickets range from $17.50 – $80. Parking is $10.


📅 Showtimes:

  • Thursday/Friday: 4:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday: 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
  • Sunday: 1 p.m., 4 p.m. & 7 p.m.

 

For more details, click here.

Fund a 4.0 Scholarship Today!

Want to make a real difference in the life of a hardworking student? Support Fresno County’s top achievers by underwriting a $1,500 or $3,000 4.0 & Above Program Scholarship!

 

These scholarships are awarded to 8th – 12th grade students with a GPA of 4.0 or higher during the 4.0 & Above Program Rally held on Opening Day of the Fair — Wednesday, October 1. Students who qualify are entered into a random drawing for a chance to win scholarships and other amazing prizes!

 

At the 2024 Big Fresno Fair, we gave away over $100,000 in scholarships thanks to generous donors like YOU.

 

For more info, please click here

Happy Mother’s Day from The Big Fresno Fair!

“A mother’s love is the fuel that enables a normal human being to do the impossible” – Marion C. Garretty

 

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms out there who inspire with their love, strength and endless support. Today, and every day, we celebrate you! 💐

 

Send this to your mom to wish her a Happy Mother’s Day! 📲

Pre-Sale for BFF Club Members | NOW – May 23

🗣️Have you heard? You can save $$$ on Admission, Season Passes and Unlimited Carnival Ride Wristbands BEFORE the Fair! 🎟️

 

Now through Friday, May 23 at 11:59 p.m., BFF Club Members (our email subscribers) get exclusive early access to HUGE savings on 2025 Big Fresno Fair tickets!

 

  • Save $3 off Adult Admission tickets
  • Save $2 off Kids/Seniors/Military Admission tickets
  • Up to $7 off Unlimited Carnival Ride Wristbands
  • Purchase a Season Pass for just $40

 

A special password was emailed to BFF Club Members in April. Any new sign ups will get their password in their confirmation email.

 

Not a Fair Fan Club Member? Sign up here to get your discounted 2025 Big Fresno Fair tickets!

Jonas Brothers At The 2007 Big Fresno Fair!

🎸 It’s Throwback Thursday, so let’s rewind to 2007 when the Jonas Brothers rocked the Paul Paul Theater stage at The Big Fresno Fair! Since then, they’ve gone from teen heartthrobs to global superstars—topping charts, selling out stadiums, and dropping hits like “Sucker,” “Burnin’ Up,” and “Leave Before You Love Me”! 🔥🎶

 

What’s your favorite Jonas Brothers song or era? Let us know in the comments! 💬👇

Happy Teacher Appreciation Day!

“Teaching kids to count is fine, but teaching them what counts is best.” – Bob Talbert

 

Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! 🍎🏫 All your dedication and hard work never goes unnoticed!

 

Teachers! Be sure to mark your calendars for the 2025 Fair Education Program! This year’s program dates are October 2, 3, 9 and 10. Registration opens soon! For more details, click here.

Celebrate Young Writers at The Fresno Fairgrounds – May 7!

✍️ Celebrate the creative minds of Fresno County at the Young Authors’ Faire! 📚🎡 Head to The Fresno Fairgrounds in the ! Every student who participates will receive a certificate of award. This event is free to the public!

 

Don’t miss this special celebration of student storytelling and creativity! For more info, click here!

Winners of the 10th Annual San Joaquin Valley Olive Oil Competition (SJVOOC)

The Big Fresno Fair is excited to reveal the winners of the 10th Annual San Joaquin Valley Olive Oil Competition (SJVOOC)! Congratulations to this year’s “Best of” winners:

 

  • Best of Show EVOO: Olivaia’s OLA Estate Sevillano (Tulare County)
  • Best of Show – Flavored: ENZO Olive Oil Company Organic Meyer Lemon (Fresno and Madera Counties)
  • Best of the Valley: La Torre Olive Ranch Ascolano (Tulare County)

 

Along with these prestigious awards, we’d like to congratulate the Gold and Silver Medal Winners for their EVOO’s and Flavored Olive Oil’s!

 

Gold Medal Winners:

  • Spanish Blends: Joseph Gallo Farms JG Family Estate (Merced County), Olivaia’s OLA Estate Sevillano (Tulare County), California Olive Ranch 100% CA EVOO (Glenn County)
  • Spanish Singles: The Olive Press Sevillano (Sonoma County), ENZO Olive Oil Company Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Delicate (Fresno and Madera Counties), California Olive Ranch Reserve – Arbosana (Glenn County), Rio Bravo Ranch Picual (Kern County), Rosenthal Olive Ranch Arbosana (Madera County), Organic Roots Olive Oil Arbequina (Santa Clara County)
  • Italian Blends: San Miguel Olive Farm Tuscan Gold Magnifico (San Luis Obispo County)
  • Italian Singles: Rio Bravo Ranch Coratina (Kern County), Olivaia’s OLA Cypress Rose (Tulare County), La Torre Olive Ranch Ascolano (Tulare County)
  • Other Blends: Olivaia’s OLA Block X Heirloom (Tulare County), Olivaia’s OLA Block X Super Blend (Tulare County)
  • Other Singles: OH Olive Oil Koroneiki (Kern County), ENZO Olive Oil Company Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Bold (Fresno and Madera Counties), Colomba Bianca Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Los Angeles County)

 

Silver Medal Winners:

  • Spanish Blends: California Olive Ranch’s Miller’s Blend (Glenn County), California Olive Ranch’s EVOO Organic (Glenn County), Corto Olive Co. Truly Extra Virgin Olive Oil (San Joaquin County), California Olive Ranch Olio Nuvovo (Glenn County)
  • Spanish Singles: California Olive Ranch Reserve Arbequina (Glenn County), The Olive Press Arbequina (Sonoma County), Golden Harvest Estates Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Kern County)
  • Italian Singles: Rio Bravo Ranch Frantoio (Kern County)
  • Other Blends: Rio Bravo Ranch Blend Miller’s Reserve (Kern County), Colomba Bianca Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Frantolo/Mission (Los Angeles County), J. Marchini Farms Joe’s Premium Mission Blend (Merced County)
  • Other Singles: Mangini Ranch California Certified Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Mission (Calaveras County), Rosenthal Olive Ranch Koroneiki (Madera County), Organic Roots Olive Oil Koroneiki (Santa Clara County)

 

Flavored Olive Oils:

Gold Medal Winners

  • Citrus: ENZO Olive Oil Organic Meyer Lemon (Fresno and Madera Counties), ENZO Olive Oil Organic Eureka Lemon (Fresno and Madera Counties)
  • Herbal: ENZO Olive Oil Organic Basil (Fresno and Madera Counties)
  • Pepper: Corto Olive Co. Calabrian Chili (San Joaquin County)

 

Silver Medal Winners

  • Citrus: ENZO Olive Oil Organic Clementine (Fresno and Madera Counties)
  • Pepper: ENZO Olive Oil Organic Fresno Chili (Fresno and Madera Counties),
  • The Olive Press Jalapeño (Sonoma County)
  • Other: ENZO Olive Oil Organic Garlic (Fresno and Madera Counties)

 

Congratulations again for all our entrants to help make the 10th Annual SJVOOC a success! For more details on this year’s competition, click here!