Category: Interim Events

Is your car struggling to pass emissions? Valley CAN has you covered! Join Valley CAN & San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District for the Tune In & Tune Up event at the Fresno Fairgrounds’ Carnival Lot (off Cesar Chavez Blvd.) on Saturday, April 12 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Gates open at 6:30 a.m.

 

Things to know:

FREE emissions testing
If your car fails, get a FREE smog repair voucher
First 500 qualifying vehicles will receive a $500 repair voucher at a participating STAR smog shop!

 

For more details, click here.

Calling all anime fans! Get ready for Anime-NIA at the Fresno Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 12 & Sunday, April 13 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily in the Industry Commerce Building & Pavilion area. Check out cosplayers, TCG Card Competitors, workshops, Q&A panels, talent show, video game competitions and more!

Tickets range from $10 – $50
Parking is available for $10 in the Chance Ave. lot

 

Don’t miss this epic weekend of anime, gaming and pop culture fun!

 

For more details, click here!

Robotics Competition This Weekend!

 

Join us at the Fresno Fairgrounds April 3-6 for an action-packed Robotics Competition! Free to spectate! Tour the pits, meet the teams, and cheer on your favorites! The competition runs from 7:45 a.m.  – 6:30 p.m. in the Commerce & Agriculture Buildings, with FREE parking in the Chance lot next to the entrance. Don’t miss the excitement!

 

For more details, click here!

Mutts in Motion Flyball Tournament is racing to the Fresno Fairgrounds on April 5 & 6, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.! Watch talented dogs from CA, NV, OR & WA compete in high-speed races in the Industry Commerce Building! FREE to watch & free parking in the Carnival Lot! Don’t miss the action!

 

For more details, click here

Don’t miss the 21st Annual Fresno Tattoo Expo on Saturday, March 1 from 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. and Sunday, March 2 from 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Fresno Fairgrounds! Come out and check out some of the best artists from all over, enjoy live music, sideshow performers, vendors, tasty food and more! Tickets are $20 each day or $30 for the weekend pass. Kids 12 years old and under are free!

 

For more details, visit their Instagram page here.

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, February 22 and Sunday, February 23 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.

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.

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. 

The Central Valley Australian Shepherd Dog Show happens Saturday, February 15 and Sunday, February 16 in the Livestock Pavilion at the Fresno Fairgrounds! Shows begin at 9 a.m. Free to spectate!

 

For more details contact the Show Coordinator Denise Creelman at love4aussies@aol.com or (559) 909-1616

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.