Just ONE WEEK until The Big Fresno Fair’s 15th Annual Job Fair!
Join us on Wednesday, August 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Commerce Building at the Fresno Fairgrounds to explore employment opportunities for the 2026 Fair season.
We’re hiring for a variety of positions, including:
Parking & Admission Ticket Sellers
Ticket Scanners
Parking Attendants
Customer Service Representatives
Janitorial Staff
Maintenance
Grandstand Entertainment Staff
Security Guards
Concessions
And many more!
Volunteer opportunities are also available! Dress to impress and bring your best smile. 💼To download your application and for more details, click here.
Know before you go! Check out the instructions below for a smooth Job Fair experience.
The music continues at the 2026 Big Fresno Fair! With 12-nights of live entertainment at the Paul Paul Theater, the Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial and Toyota brings a diverse lineup of artists and genres for Fairgoers to enjoy.
Tickets are on sale now for these upcoming performances:
Sunday, October 11 | TBD
Monday, October 12 | Tower of Power & WAR
Tuesday, October 13 | Matt Maher with special guests Caleb & John
Wednesday, October 14 | Iration
Grab your tickets and get ready for unforgettable nights of live music at the 2026 Big Fresno Fair!
We’re just 2 weeks away from kicking off the 16th Annual “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive with the Central California Blood Center! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, August 25 and join us at the Fresno Fairgrounds in the Commerce Building from 5 a.m. – 2 p.m. for the special launch event!
Donate blood and help save lives — plus enjoy some awesome perks: 🎟️ BOGO Fair admission voucher 🎶 Chance to win concert & Grandstand tickets 🌽 FREE corn dogs & kettle corn just for showing up to donate!
The full Blood Drive runs August 25 – October 18 at Central California Blood Center donor centers or mobile drives.
Take a look at Avery Torres’ story in the graphic to see the real impact.
Every exhibitor has a story, and we’re excited to share a few as we count down to the Jr. Livestock Auction 🐐
Meet Emma Hall, a Reedley FFA exhibitor from Reedley High School:
“I got involved with FFA because, before high school, my parents had told me that they had shown animals like pigs at their local fairs. I thought that sounded fun, so I gave it a shot and enjoyed it. After showing that chicken, I realized how fun it could be if I just participated, which led me to participate more and more in the program till I reached where I am today.
FFA holds a very special place in my heart, as I met many people, I would consider very close friends and some even family. I found a place where I feel like I belong, and everyone in FFA is such a kind and honest person that I strive to be like. Furthermore, FFA is something I truly enjoy. I’m very competitive, and FFA really nurtures that with all their competitions while also teaching me to be a good sport and encouraging me to study topics I didn’t even know I was interested in!
This year I am showing a Boer goat named Douglas! Douglas and I work very hard every day on training and showmanship. Through all the hardships we’ve faced, Douglas is still going strong! He is currently 4 months old and is growing up to be big and strong.”
Help support Emma and fellow 4-H and FFA exhibitors by participating in the Jr. Livestock Auction as a buyer or through an add-on bid. Every contribution makes a difference.
The 2026 Big Fresno Fair Jr. Livestock Auction kicks off Saturday, October 10, with additional sales continuing Saturday, October 17.
Details on how to become a buyer or place an add-on bid will be available soon. Every bit of support makes a difference for these hardworking students. Learn more here!
The NEW Best of Fresno Fine Arts & Photography Competition is your chance to showcase artwork inspired by the landmarks, neighborhoods, architecture and everyday life that make our community unique.
The deadline to submit entries is Monday, September 7 by midnight.
Visit the Fine Arts section of the 2026 Competitive Exhibits Handbook for complete rules and entry information on our website.
There’s still time to register your class for the Fair Education Program at the 2026 Big Fresno Fair. Fresno County public, private and home school students in Pre-K through 8th grade are invited to experience a FREE educational field trip highlighting the rich agriculture, vibrant history and unique talents of our community.
Field trip dates are: 📅 Thursday, October 8 📅 Friday, October 9 📅 Thursday, October 15 📅 Friday, October 16
Spots are filling up fast, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable day of learning outside the classroom!
To learn more and to register your class today, click here.
R&B Night Out RETURNS to The Big Fresno Fair! Don’t miss GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Ashanti and ’90s R&B group Soul for Real live in the Paul Paul Theater on Friday, October 9 as part of the 2026 Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial and Toyota.
From Ashanti’s chart-topping hits to Soul for Real’s iconic ’90s R&B classics, this is one show fans won’t want to miss!
Meet one of the dedicated exhibitors working toward this year’s Jr. Livestock Auction 🐖🐄🐑
Hayden Gragnani, a Kerman FFA exhibitor from Kerman High School, is putting in the time and dedication as they prepare for this year’s auction. Here’s their story:
Hayden joined their school’s FFA chapter at the start of their high-school career in hopes of making a real difference in the world’s most important industry. Participating in The Big Fresno Fair is one step on their path to becoming an ag teacher to further inspire that change and share their knowledge, starting in 2030!
For the 2026 Big Fresno Fair, Hayden is putting on the pressure with goat for market, showmanship, and to reclaim the top spot in the costume contest!
Help support Hayden and fellow 4-H and FFA exhibitors by participating in the Jr. Livestock Auction as a buyer or through an add-on bid. Every contribution makes a difference.
The 2026 Big Fresno Fair Jr. Livestock Auction kicks off Saturday, October 10, with additional sales continuing Saturday, October 17.
Details on how to become a buyer or place an add-on bid will be available soon. Every bit of support makes a difference for these hardworking students. Learn more here!
The Monsters of Destruction: Monster Trucks bring two shows of roaring engines, insane stunts and car-crushing action to the Brian I. Tatarian Grandstand at the 2026 Big Fresno Fair! Don’t miss Veteran, Double Trouble, Obsessed, Pretty Obsessed, and Anubis tear up the dirt (lineup subject to change).
Showtimes are 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 18. 2nd floor GA is $10 for adults and $5 for kids (12-3 years old). Kids 2 and under are free, but must sit in the parents’ lap. Tickets are on sale online NOW! Box Office opens to the general public beginning August 17.
Head to the Fresno Fairgrounds for the Big Fresno Card Show Saturday, August 15 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Commerce Building! Buy, sell and trade sports cards, Pokémon, TCG, collectibles, Funko Pop toys plus so much more! Admission is $5 (online fees apply) and kids 12 and under are free! Parking is also free – just park in the Chance Ave. Parking Lot.
