“Without memory, there is no culture. Without memory, there would be no civilization, no society, no future.” – Elie Wiesel
This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives in service of our country. The Fair Administration Office will be closed beginning today through Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day. The office will reopen Tuesday, May 30.
The exclusive online only BFF Club Pre-Sale is happening NOW through Sunday, June 4 at 11:59 p.m., where all BFF Club Members (free email newsletter) will have the exclusive opportunity to:
These savings will be available for a limited amount of time, so be sure to take advantage of them! A special password was emailed ONLY to our BFF Fan Club Members. Not a Fair Fan Club Member? Sign up here to receive your password in your confirmation email and purchase your discounted 2023 Big Fresno Fair tickets today!
Having trouble passing smog and registering your car? Then join Valley CAN at the Fresno Fairgrounds for the Tune In & Tune Up event on Saturday, May 27 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the Kings Canyon Lot. Valley residents can get a free emissions test. If your car fails the smog test, those eligible will receive a $500 voucher to use at a local smog shop for repairs. Gates may open as early as 6:30 a.m. Please expect a 2+ hour wait.
For more details, click here.
What A Drag Wrestling presents King’s Corner on Saturday, May 27 from 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Fresno Fairgrounds’ Industrial Education Building! This action-packed event will feature drag kings and professional wrestlers coming together for unforgettable entertainment. This is an all-ages event. Tickets start at $15.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit their Facebook page here.
Mark your calendars! The second BFF Club online only Pre-sale is just around the corner! Beginning Thursday, May 25 at 10 a.m. until Sunday, June 4 at 11:59 p.m., all BFF Club Members (free email newsletter) will have the exclusive opportunity to:
These savings will be available for a limited amount of time, so be sure to take advantage of them! A special password will be emailed to ONLY our BFF Fan Club Members on Wednesday, May 24 that will give you access to the pre-sale!
Not a Fair Fan Club Member? Sign up here to get your discounted 2023 Big Fresno Fair tickets!
Who will win it all during the 148th running of the Preakness Stakes? Join us on the second floor of the Grandstand on Sat, 5/20 to watch and wager on the excitement! Gates open at 7:15 a.m.
Here’s a few things to know before you go:
Questions? Please call Ruben Gastelo at (559) 916-7964. For more details, click here.
The Spring Carnival at the Fresno Fairgrounds kicks-off TODAY at 4 p.m. and we have your chance to win a FREE pair of Unlimited Carnival Ride Wristbands for you and your bestie! All you have to do is head to The Big Fresno Fair’s Facebook or Instagram and follow the steps in the post! Contest ends on Friday, May 12 at 12 p.m.
The Spring Carnival happens May 11 – 14! Gates open at 4 p.m. today and Friday; and 12 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy 20 carnival rides, games and of course, Fair food! Gate entry is FREE! Unlimited Carnival Ride Wristbands are $35 and can be purchased online or onsite in the carnival. Parking is $10. Parking and entry available in the Infield Parking Lot, just off Kings Canyon Ave.
For more details on this fun event, click here!
Want to get your concert tickets and receive 50% off admission before anyone else? Set those alarms for tomorrow morning for the BFF Club concert pre-sale EXCLUSIVELY for Big Fair Fan Club members only!
The special online only pre-sale begins TOMORROW, May 9 at 10 a.m. and will go until Thursday, May 18 at 11:59 p.m., during which members can purchase their concert tickets before anyone else, PLUS get 50% off their Fair Admission with each concert ticket purchase. Concert tickets and discounted admission MUST be purchased in the same transaction. Tickets will then go on sale to the general public (online only) beginning Friday, May 19 at 10 a.m.
For more details on this year’s Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial and Toyota, click here!
A special password was emailed today to BFF Club Members only. Know someone who’s not a BFF Fan Club Member but wants to get their concert tickets early? Tell them to sign up here!
Mark your calendars! The Spring Carnival is just around the corner! The Spring Carnival at the Fresno Fairgrounds happens Thursday, May 11 through Sunday, May 14. Gates open at 4 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and 12 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Come join us for four days of your favorite carnival rides and tasty Fair food!
Gate entrance into the carnival is FREE! Purchase your Unlimited Carnival Ride Wristbands for $30 online or $35 onsite. Individual tickets for $1 (rides require 3-5 tickets and games 10+). Parking is $10.
For a full list of rides and food, and to purchase tickets, click here!
Want to wager on the 149th Kentucky Derby but not sure who to pick? Check out The Big Fresno Fair’s track handicapper, Robbie Rodriguez’s picks and odds in this SJV Sun article here!
Be sure to head down to the Fresno Fairgrounds’ Starting Gate, located on the second floor of the Grandstand, to watch and wager on the 149th Kentucky Derby Saturday, May 6! Gates open at 7:15 a.m. For more details, visit our website here.