The Fresno County Historical Museum is Open This Saturday! | November 18

Did you know that you can visit the Fresno County Historical Museum AND The Big Fresno Fair Museum for FREE every third Saturday of each month? Join us and take a tour of these award-winning museums on Saturday, November 16 from 10 a.m. – 4p.m.! Admission and parking are free. Parking is available in the Chance Ave. parking lot. Audio tours will guide visitors through the Museum, as well as Museum docents.

 

For more details on both museums, click here.

Bridal Expo Happening Sunday, November 19

Engaged and planning your wedding? Then head to the California Bridal & Wedding Expo on Sunday, November 19 from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. in the Agriculture Building at the Fresno Fairgrounds! This expo will feature an amazing selection of wedding professionals ready to help you find the perfect gown, reception venue, invitations, photographer, music, menu, honeymoon destinations plus much more! Plus, don’t miss the bridal fashion shows and live DJ demos, plus prizes and giveaways! Admission is free with online registration or $10 at the door.

 

To register, click here.

Office Closed on Friday, November 10 in Observance of Veterans Day

thank you veterans

“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” —JFK, 35th US President

 

Happy Veterans Day to all the men and women who fought for this country to protect our freedom! The Big Fresno Fair Admin Office will be closed today in observance of Veterans Day and will reopen on Monday, November 13. 

Auto Cross This Weekend at the Fresno Fairgrounds | November 11 & 12

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, November 11 and Sunday, November 12 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.

Paranormal Cirque Happening This Weekend!

It’s still spooky season! Head to the Fresno Fairgrounds from November 10 – 13 for the Paranormal Cirque II! Just look for the stunning black and red big top tent off Butler Ave. Don’t miss the R-Rated horror circus that will have audiences screaming for more! Tickets range from $20 – $65. Use the special code: CIRQ20 for 20% off every ticket on any level of seating (code valid online only and until November 10)!

 

Times are:

  • Friday, November 10 | 7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, November 11 | 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, November 12 | 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
  • Monday, November 13 | 7:30 p.m.

Note: No-one under the age of 13 will be admitted to the show. Guests aged 13 – 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

 

For more details or to purchase tickets, click here.

 

Watch & Wager With Us During the Breeders’ Cup at The Starting Gate | Nov 3 & 4

Head down to the Fresno Fairgrounds’ Starting Gate Fri, 11/3 and Sat, 11/4 to watch and wager with us for the 2023 Breeders’ Cup to see who will win the World Championships! Gates open at 9 a.m. on Friday and 8:30 a.m. on Saturday. Admission is $5 and parking is free!

 

Don’t forget, The Starting Gate is back at its original location off Butler Ave. between Maple and Chance Avenues.

 

For daily racing forms and all other horse racing inquiries, please contact Ruben Gastelo at (559) 994-3105 or (559) 916-7964. For more details visit www.fresnofair.com/horseracing.