Month: October 2021

We Want to Hear From YOU!

We want to hear from you! Please take a few moments to fill out the 2021 Big Fresno Fair survey and help us make next year even better than the last! 🎡

 

As a “Thank You” for taking our survey, you will automatically be entered-to-win an “Ultimate Fair Pack” or one of four Season Passes good for the 2022 Big Fresno Fair, which runs 10/5 – 10/16! The “Ultimate Fair Pack” includes:

 

✔ 4 Adult Admission tickets

✔ 4 Horse Racing Reserved Seats

✔ 4 tickets to the concert of your choice

✔ 1 parking pass.

 

Deadline to complete the survey is Tuesday, December 7. Winner will be drawn on Tuesday, December 14. Just be sure to enter your email address at the end of the survey so that we can contact you if you win!

 

Click here to take the survey.

Thank You for an Incredible 2021 Big Fresno Fair!

Here’s a BIG THANK YOU to all of our BFFs that came out to enjoy the 2021 Big Fresno Fair! It was so nice to welcome you all through our gates once again as we returned to an in-person event. We hope you all enjoyed the return of live horse racing, amazing entertainment, thrilling carnival rides, tasty Fair food, our newest attractions and everything else in between that makes The Big Fresno Fair what it is!

 

Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the 2022 Big Fresno Fair, October 5 – October 16! See you all again next year!

 

Have photos from this year’s Fair that you would like to share on social? Just send them through a private message or email fairpr@fresnofair.com.

 

You can read the Fair’s wrap up press release here.

Join Us for Fiesta Day!

Come out and enjoy the last day of the 2021 Big Fresno Fair TODAY at Fiesta Day during the Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Coors Light, Toyota, Foodmaxx and O’Reilly Auto Parts. Concert starts at 1 p.m. Here’s the line-up of what to expect:

 

  •  1:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. | Miguel Aguirre
  •  1:20 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. | Teocali Ballet Folklorico
  •  1:50 p.m. – 2:05 p.m. | Miguel Aguirre
  •  2:05 p.m. – 3:05 p.m. | Mariachi Oro De Mexico
  •  3:05 p.m. – 4:05 p.m. | Gabriela Sepulveda w/Mariachi Oro De Mexico
  •  4:05 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. | Miguel Aguirre
  •  4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | El Dasa

 

 

This concert is FREE with your paid Fair Admission! For more details, click here.

Last Day of Horse Racing!

Join us for the final day of horse racing at the 2021 Big Fresno Fair!! Post time at 1:45 p.m.


We have the Bulldogs Stakes Race as the 9th race today! Wear red to support your Fresno State Bulldogs PLUS enter-to-win cash prizes!

 

💵 Attention Wagerers! Mandatory payouts today for:
Gold Rush Pick-6 Jackpot | $3,542.69
Gold Strike Super High-5 Jackpot | $224,560.66

 

Don’t miss out on the last day of racing and the 2021 Big Fresno Fair!

 

Racing is sponsored by: Table Mountain Casino, Coors Light, Aetna.

Last Day of Horse Racing!

Join us for the final day of the 2021 Big Fresno Fair, including the final day of horse!! Post time at 1:45 p.m.
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We have the Bulldogs Stakes Race as the 9th race today! Wear red to support your Fresno State Bulldogs PLUS enter-to-win cash prizes!
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💵 Attention Wagerers! Mandatory payouts today for:
Gold Rush Pick-6 Jackpot | $3,542.69
Gold Strike Super High-5 Jackpot | $224,560.66
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Don’t miss out on the last day of racing and the #2021BFF!
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Racing is sponsored by: Table Mountain Casino, Coors Light & Aetna.

Midland Cancels Show due to Positive COVID-19 Case


The Big Fresno Fair Management sadly announces Midland has cancelled their October 13 concert at the Fair due to a positive COVID-19 case among the band’s touring crew. We were notified of this situation late last night by Midland’s Management.

 

Concert tickets for the Midland show will be automatically refunded for those who purchased online or by phone with a credit card. Please allow five business days for the refund to show on your credit card. Anyone who purchased with cash at the Fair’s ticket box office will need to bring their tickets to the Fair’s Administration Ticket Box Office the week of October 18 for their refund.

 

Statement from Midland band:
“We are sad to announce that we have to reschedule Wednesday’s show in Fresno, CA – even though we are a fully vaccinated tour, we had a positive test in our touring entity. In an effort to keep our band, crew, fans, and families safe, we are following a strict testing protocol and won’t be cleared to be back on the road in time for this performance.”

 

“We are incredibly disappointed to have Midland cancel their show at our Fair tonight as they were our top-selling concert and we know many from our community were looking forward to seeing them perform live for the first time ever in Fresno. However, the health and safety of all is the top priority and we respect their decision. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience to our Fairgoers and hope you all will still join us for a great night at the 2021 Big Fresno Fair,” said Lauri King, Deputy Manager II, The Big Fresno Fair.

 

We hope you will still join us at The Big Fresno Fair this evening. There is lots of great FREE entertainment on grounds, plus plenty of delicious food, fun carnival rides and more!

 

Here’s what’s happening at The Big Fresno Fair on October 13.

 

NEW Special $2 Happy Hour Entry Pricing
Save BIG on Fair entry with this new discount! Get into the Fair for just $2 from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. on Wednesday, October 13. No coupon needed; just come to the gates during that timeframe and pay only $2 to get in to enjoy The Big Fresno Fair!

 

Free Musical Entertainment on Grounds

  • Singer Jay Rin | 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. on the Craft Brew Court Stage
  • Heavy Weather Band | 4 p.m. on the O’Reilly Pavilion Stage
  • John Pemberton | 5 p.m. on the O’Reilly Pavilion Stage
  • Shana Morrison & Caledonia | 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. on the Save Mart Beer & Wine Garden Stage
  • Midnight Run – The Sounds of Journey | 7 p.m. on the O’Reilly Pavilion Stage
  • Apple *Z Band | 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. on the Save Mart Beer & Wine Garden Stage
  • Atomic Jackrabbit | 8 p.m. on the Mexican Heritage Patio.
 
 
For more details about the Fair, go to www.FresnoFair.com

October 11 – Horse Racing Cancelled

From Lauri King, Deputy Manager II, The Big Fresno Fair 

“Due to the increased wind today and it’s impact on the air quality index, horse racing was cancelled for the safety of our horses and jockeys. It was not an easy decision to make, but it was the right decision for the safety of these athletes. The California Horse Racing Board (CHRB) veterinarian Dr. Jeff Blea, along with our track veterinarian, Dr. Frosty Franklin and our staff made this decision as it was unsafe to have these equine athletes compete when the air quality index is above 150; at the time we made the decision to cancel the air quality index was at 225. We will work to add the races that were to run today to Friday’s race card as potential extra races.  

Anyone who purchased horse racing tickets on-site to the races today can obtain their refund at the horse racing box office. If they were purchased in advance or online, a refund will be provided automatically within 5 business days.”