Month: February 2025

Quinceañeras Expo This Month at the Fresno Fairgrounds | February 23

Join us for the largest Quinceañeras Expo in the Central Valley on Sunday, February 23, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at the Fresno Fairgrounds’ Industry Commerce Building. This is your chance to talk to over 300 vendors and experts who will help you create a memorable Quinceañera experience. From dresses and photography to catering and entertainment, find everything you need to bring your dream celebration to life. Admission is $15 (plus fees), and parking is $10 in the Chance Avenue parking lot.

 

For more details and to purchase tickets, click here.

Circus Alegria is Coming Back to the Fresno Fairgrounds | February 20 – March 3

The circus has arrived in Fresno! Gather your family and head on over to the Fresno Fairgrounds for Circus Alegria, beginning Thursday, February 20 through Monday, March 3 in the Butler Parking Lot. Tickets start at $15 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and younger.

 

Showtimes:

 

🐱‍🐉 Monday – Friday | 7:30 p.m.

🐱‍🐉 Saturday – Sunday | 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

 

You won’t want to miss this amazing show featuring illuminated horses, contortionists, jugglers, clowns, plus so much more! For more details and to purchase tickets, click here. 

Watch and Wager With Us This Weekend! | February 13 – February 16

Watch and wager with us for another big weekend of stakes races! 🏇 Join us at The Starting Gate to watch and wager on the following:

 

  • February 15 | Fair Grounds Stakes | $175k
  • February 15 | Mineshaft Stakes | $250k
  • February 15 | Rachel Alexander Stakes | $300k
  • February 15 | Risen Star Stakes | $400k
  • February 15 | Royal Delta Stakes | $150k
  • February 15 | Palos Verdes Stakes | $100k
  • February 16 | Sunland Derby | $400k

 

The Starting Gate is located off Butler Ave. between Maple and Chance Avenues. Hours are Thursdays from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Friday – Sundays from 10 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Admission into The Starting Gate is $6 and parking is FREE! For horse racing inquiries, please contact please contact Ronnie Mobley at (559) 994-3105. More details here. 

Sun Maid Kennel Dog Show Happens This Weekend! | February 14 – 16

The Sun Maid Kennel Club of Fresno Dog Show returns to the Fresno Fairgrounds on Friday, February 14 through Sunday, February 16 from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily! The Dog Show will feature over 1,500 entries, along with special programs for kids to participate in, silent auction, raffles, vet health clinics plus so much more! Plus, don’t miss the Mardi Gras Dog Parade happening Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The event is FREE to attend. Parking is $10 in the Chance Ave. parking lot.

 

For more information, visit their website here.

Watch and Wager With Us This Weekend! | February 6 – February 9

Join us at our satellite wagering facility, The Starting Gate for another weekend to watch and wager with us, and hopefully win some BIG bucks! Here’s a few big stakes races you can wager on:

 

  • February 8 | Bayakoa Stakes | $250k
  • February 8 | San Marcos Stakes | $100k
  • February 8 | Sam F. Davis Stakes | $250k

 

The Starting Gate is located off Butler Ave. between Maple and Chance Avenues. Hours are Thursdays from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Friday – Sundays from 10 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Admission into The Starting Gate is $6 and parking is FREE! For horse racing inquiries, please contact please contact Ronnie Mobley at (559) 994-3105. More details here. 

The Spring Home & Garden Show Return in March!

Mark your calendars! The 39th annual Spring Home & Garden Show returns to the Fresno Fairgrounds March 7-9! Here are the important details:

 

  • Hours are 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily
  • Admission is $10 for adults; seniors 60 and better are $5; and kids 12 and under are FREE!
  • Parking is $15 in the Chance Ave lot and $10 in the Cesar Chavez or Butler Ave lot

 

Shop for your home, attend gardening workshops, support local artisans & crafters, tour tiny homes, and enjoy local food, drinks, and live music! With around 300 vendors, there is something for everyone to enjoy! For more details, visit their website here.

Date Night Packages On-Sale NOW – February 14!

Date Night at the 2025 Big Fresno Fair in October; Packages on sale February 5 - 14

Save money on admission for a date night in October at the 2025 Big Fresno Fair! 

 

Enjoy a lovely night at the Fair this October with yummy Fair food to share, a picturesque sunset on the Ferris Wheel, games to win your sweetie a prize and of course, live entertainment at one of our stages!


 
Be sure to take advantage of The Big Fresno Fair’s Date Night Package Sale exclusively for Big Fresno Fair Fan Club Members only! The special Date Night Package Sale starts TODAY at 10 a.m. and goes until Friday, February 14 at 11:59 p.m.! During this time members can purchase:

 

💗 $20 Love Birds Package – Includes: 2 General Admission Tickets (originally $30; a $10 savings!) –

💚 $92 Thrill-Lovers Package – Includes: 2 Adult Admission Tickets, 2 Unlimited Carnival Ride Wristbands (originally $120; a $28 savings!)

 

A special password was sent this morning (be sure to check your spam folder!). Know someone who isn’t a BFF Club Member? Tell them to sign up here.

 

The 2025 Big Fresno Fair runs October 1 – 12! Visit www.FresnoFair.com for all Fair details.