Month: July 2022

Win Tickets to Cruising to The Souldies at the 2022 Big Fresno Fair | Saturday, October 8

Win a FREE pair of tickets to see Cruising to the Souldies hosted by Danny Trejo feat. Russell Thompkins Jr. and special guests Cota and Danny’s Angels before they go on-sale August 2 during our BFF Club Pre-sale! Here’s what you have to do…just go to our Big Fresno Fair Facebook, Twitter, TikTok or Instagram and then follow the contest rules on the post! Contest ends on Thursday, August 4 at 5 p.m. Winner will be chosen and notified on Friday, August 5.

 

 

💥REMINDER💥 The Cruising to the Souldies special online only pre-sale begins Tuesday, August 2 for Big Fresno Fair Fan Club Members only! The special BFF Club pre-sale will go from August 2 until Monday, August 8 at 11:59 p.m., during which members can purchase their Cruising to the Souldies tickets, PLUS get 50% off their Fair Admission with each ticket purchase! Concert tickets and discounted admission must be purchased in the same transaction. Tickets to the general public for Cruising to the Souldies will go on-sale ONLINE ONLY Tuesday, August 9 at 10 a.m.

 

 

Not a Fair Fan Club member or know someone who’s note? Click here to sign up today! A special pre-sale password will be sent to Fan Club Members via email the day before the pre-sale; any new signups will receive the password in their confirmation email.

 

 

Cruising to the Souldies hosted by Danny Trejo feat. Russell Thompkins Jr. and special guests Cota and Danny’s Angels concert on Saturday, October 8 at the 2022 Big Fresno Fair is part of the Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial and Toyota.

Second Round of Concerts Announced as Part of the Table Mountain Concert Series!

We’re excited to announce our second round of concerts as part of the Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial and Toyota! Here’s who else is on the line-up:

 

  • Friday, October 7 | Queen Nation – A Tribute to the Music of Queen – FREE with paid Fair admission!
  • Saturday, October 8 | “Cruising to the Souldies” hosted by Danny Trejo featuring Russell Thompkins Jr & The New Stylistics, Cota and Danny’s Angels
  • Monday, October 10 | The Pretty Reckless
  • Sunday, October 16 | Quebradita Time: 2022 Tour featuring Banda Machos, Mi Banda el Mexicano de Casimiro, Banda Maguey and Banda Zeta

 

Tickets for our BFF Club Members only go on-sale Tuesday, August 2 at 10 a.m. until Monday, August 8 at 11:59 p.m. Tickets to the general public will then go on-sale Tuesday, August 9 at 10 a.m. Not a BFF Club member but want to get your tickets before anyone else? Sign up today here!

Country Trio, Midland Takes Over the Paul Paul Theater on Wed, October 12!

Two step your way down to the Paul Paul Theater to see double Grammy nominees, Midland at the 2022 Big Fresno Fair on Wednesday, October 12 as part of the Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial and Toyota! Tickets are $50, $40 and $35. To purchase tickets, click here!

 

Here’s a List of Midland’s Most Streamed Songs on Spotify:

  1. “Drinkin’ Problem”
  2. “Longneck Way To Go”
  3. “Burn Out”
  4. “Cheatin’ Songs”
  5. “Sunrise Tells The Story”

 

To check out the full concert line-up, click here!

Ladies Night Out ft. Ashanti & Baby Bash at the 2022 Big Fresno Fair | October 15

Saturday is for the ladies! Join us for Ladies Night Out featuring Ashanti and Baby Bash on Saturday, October 15 as part of the Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial and Toyota! Tickets are $50, $40 and $35. To purchase tickets, click here!

 

Here’s a List of Ashanti’s and Baby Bash’s Most Streamed Songs on Spotify:

  1. “Foolish” – Ashanti
  2. “Rock Wit U (Awww Baby)” – Ashanti
  3. “Body On Me” – Ashanti
  4. “Suga Suga” – Baby Bash
  5. “Cyclone (feat. T-Pain)” – Baby Bash
  6. “Baby, I’m Back” – Baby Bash

 

To check out the full concert line-up, click here!

The 11th Annual Big Fresno Fair Job Fair is One Month Away!

Want to be a part of the 2022 Big Fresno Fair team!? Be sure to mark your calendar for the 11th Annual Job Fair on Thursday, August 25 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Commerce Building located at the Fresno Fairgrounds! The Fair is seeking individuals who can demonstrate excellent customer service in an entertaining and family-friendly environment. Available positions include:

 

  • Parking & Admission Ticket Sellers
  • Ticket Takers
  • Parking Attendants
  • Customer Service Representatives
  • Janitorial Staff
  • Maintenance
  • Horse Racing Staff (Ushers, Maintenance & Customer Service Representative)
  • Security Guards
  • Concessions
  • And Many More!

 

Volunteer opportunities are also available! Don’t forget to dress to impress! To download your application and for more details, click here!

Ice Cube Takes Over the Paul Paul Theater on Thursday October 6 at the 2022 BFF!

2019 Big Fresno Fair: David Jon Photography
2019 Big Fresno Fair: David Jon Photography

Don’t miss the one-and-only Ice Cube at the 2022 Big Fresno Fair on Thursday, October 6 as part of the Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial and Toyota! Tickets are $55, $45 and $35. To purchase tickets, click here!

 

Here’s a List of Ice Cube’s Most Streamed Songs on Spotify:

  1. “It Was A Good Day”
  2. “You Know How We Do It”
  3. “Check Yo Self – Remix”
  4. “No Vaseline”
  5. “Why We Thugs”

 

To check out the full concert line-up, click here!

Don’t Miss Comedian and Actor Dana Carvey at the 2022 Big Fresno Fair! | October 13

Party on with the one-and-only Dana Carvey as he takes over the 2022 Big Fresno Fair on Thursday, October 13 as part of the Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial and Toyota! Tickets are $42, $32 and $22. To purchase tickets, click here!

 

Here’s a List of Dana Carvey’s Top Saturday Night Live (SNL) Sketches According to UPROXX:

  1. Massive Headwound Harry
  2. The McLaughlin Group
  3. Church Chat
  4. George H. W. Bush Impersonations
  5. Hans and Franz
  6. Wayne’s World
  7. Choppin’ Broccoli

 

To check out the full concert line-up, click here!

Horse Racing Pre-Sale Tickets On Sale Now to BFF Club Members!

Horse Racing is BACK for 7-days of excitement at the 2022 Big Fresno Fair! 🏇💲 Want to purchase your live horse racing tickets before anyone else? Become a BFF Club Member and take advantage of our pre-sale, happening NOW through Monday, July 25 at 11:59 p.m.! Here’s what YOU, our BFF, can expect during the Pre-Sale:

 

  • Reserved Seating
    • $6 for single days
    • $10 Fridays
  • Box Seats (Sat – Mon)
    • 2 seats for $16
    • 4 seats for $32
    • 6 seats for $48
  • Box Seats (Friday Prices)
    • 2 seats for $24
    • 4 seats for $48
    • 6 seats for $72
  • Turf Club Tables (table of 4)
    • $40 weekdays
    • $70 for Friday, October 14 & Saturdays
    • $80 for Friday, October 7
  • Luxury Deck Tables (tables of 3 & 4)
    • $150 weekdays
    • $180 Saturday

NOTE: SOLD OUT BOTH FRIDAYS AND SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15

 

A special password for the pre-sale was emailed to ONLY our BFF Fan Club Members. Not a Fair Fan Club Member? Click here to sign up today to get your horse racing tickets early!

Food Truck Alley Applications Now Being Accepted!

Showcase your food truck in our Food Truck Alley area at the 2022 Big Fresno Fair, which runs October 5 – 16! This newest area – located on the south end of the Fairgrounds by the Butler Gate – features shaded seating, free entertainment and plenty of delicious local food! Deadline to submit applications is Thursday, September 1.

 

Food trucks interested in participating can get more information here.

Fair Education Program is Back! – Register Today!

We’re excited to welcome back our partners in education for the return of the Fair Education Program, developed in conjunction with the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools and sponsored by Chevron, Meyers Water Bank & Wildlife Project, EECU and Fresno County Transportation Authority Measure C!

 

The Fair Education Program allows students kindergarten through 8th grade to visit the Fairgrounds FREE of charge in an effort to learn about the Valley’s rich agricultural heritage, as well as experience photography, painting, jam making, machinery, sewing, rock sculpting and more! The Fair Education Program dates are Thursday, October 6; Friday, October 7; Thursday, October 13 and Friday, October 14.

 

Registration is now open! Spots fill up fast! Register your class today here!