The Next Big Thing Talent Competition Finals Tonight!

The Next Big Thing Talent Competition Finals will be tonight LIVE at the 2019 Big Fresno Fair! Come watch and see who has what it takes to become the “Next Big Thing” on the Pavilion Stage at 5 p.m.! For more information on free entertainment at The Big Fresno Fair >> http://bit.ly/BFFFreeEnt

The Next Big Thing Talent Competition Finals will be tonight LIVE at the 2019 Big Fresno Fair! Come watch and see who has what it takes to become the “Next Big Thing” on the Pavilion Stage at 5 p.m.!

For more information on free entertainment at The Big Fresno Fair >> http://bit.ly/BFFFreeEnt

Enter Your Dog into the Small Dog Races!

Have you had the chance to register your dog yet? Wednesday, October 9 at 5 p.m. is the last day to register your pup for the 2019 Derby Dog Dash at The Big Fresno Fair happening in the Brian I. Tatarian Grandstand on Saturday, October 12! Think your dog is fast enough to compete in … Continue reading “Enter Your Dog into the Small Dog Races!”

Have you had the chance to register your dog yet? Wednesday, October 9 at 5 p.m. is the last day to register your pup for the 2019 Derby Dog Dash at The Big Fresno Fair happening in the Brian I. Tatarian Grandstand on Saturday, October 12! Think your dog is fast enough to compete in these races? Be sure to sign them up today >> http://www.derbydogdash.com.

Big Fresno Fair Brew Fest This Weekend | October 5!

Beer lovers unite! The Big Fresno Fair Brew Fest is back on Saturday, October 5 starting at 2 p.m. inside the Horse Racing Infield! Come out and enjoy 30+ breweries like Saint Archer Brewing Company, Hop Valley Brewing Co., Ballast Point Brewing Company, House of Pendragon and MORE for only $35! Plus, enjoy music, lawn … Continue reading “Big Fresno Fair Brew Fest This Weekend | October 5!”

Beer lovers unite! The Big Fresno Fair Brew Fest is back on Saturday, October 5 starting at 2 p.m. inside the Horse Racing Infield! Come out and enjoy 30+ breweries like Saint Archer Brewing Company, Hop Valley Brewing Co., Ballast Point Brewing Company, House of Pendragon and MORE for only $35! Plus, enjoy music, lawn games, food trucks, a cornhole tournament and horse betting stations. Don’t miss out on the most unique beer event around!

You can purchase your Brew Fest tickets online, by phone at (559) 650-FAIR or at the Fresno Fairgrounds Administration Box Office located at 1121 S. Chance Ave., Fresno, CA 93702. Box Office hours are: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mon – Fri. For tickets >> http://bit.ly/BFFBrewFest

Big Fresno Fair Concert Giveaway!

There are two more opportunities to get your hands on those free tickets to concerts that the Fair gives away each year! Here are the details of what comes next… All you have to do is come to one of the locations at the times listed below to get tickets to the concert of your … Continue reading “Big Fresno Fair Concert Giveaway!”

There are two more opportunities to get your hands on those free tickets to concerts that the Fair gives away each year! Here are the details of what comes next…

All you have to do is come to one of the locations at the times listed below to get tickets to the concert of your choice. Once you’re at the location, find our Big Fresno Fair table, take & post a selfie with the cutout of which concert you want tickets to, post to social media (FB, IG or Twitter) and then tag us, The Big Fresno Fair!

Once you show our Fair representative that you posted it, you’ll get your FREE pair of tickets. Remember, these tickets are available on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS. So when they’re gone, they’re gone!
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Friday, September 27 | 4p – 6p**
Location: Save Mart Supermarkets
659 E. Nees
Fresno, CA 93720
**excludes Christian Nodal, Festival del Mariachi and Willie Nelson & Family concert tickets

Sunday, September 29 | 12p – 2p
Manchester Center – inside entrance off of Shields Ave.
1901 E. Shields Ave.
Fresno, CA 93726
**excludes Christian Nodal, Festival del Mariachi and Willie Nelson & Family concert tickets.

Take advantage of Fair Management’s commitment to give out FREE tickets to our Table Mountain Concert Series in the Paul Paul Theater! Questions? call (559) 650-3229

Pint For a Pass Ends Sunday, September 22!

There’s still time to donate blood! Find your type and give life to our community. The Big Fresno Fair and the Central California Blood Center encourage YOU to donate blood today as part of the 10th Annual “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive! Donate by Sunday, September 22 and you’ll get a BOGO Fair admission … Continue reading “Pint For a Pass Ends Sunday, September 22!”

There’s still time to donate blood! Find your type and give life to our community. The Big Fresno Fair and the Central California Blood Center encourage YOU to donate blood today as part of the 10th Annual “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive! Donate by Sunday, September 22 and you’ll get a BOGO Fair admission ticket voucher, PLUS be entered to win concert and horse racing tickets! More details >> http://bit.ly/PintForAPass

Get Your “Fill The Need” Ticket for Thursday, October 10!

The Big Fresno Fair and Valley Children’s have teamed up to help “Fill the Need’ in our community, helping Valley Children’s to increase access for lifesaving healthcare for the 1.3 million kids living in the region. On Thursday, October 10 purchase your $4 “Fill the Need” admission ticket for the 2019 Big Fresno Fair! Half … Continue reading “Get Your “Fill The Need” Ticket for Thursday, October 10!”

The Big Fresno Fair and Valley Children’s have teamed up to help “Fill the Need’ in our community, helping Valley Children’s to increase access for lifesaving healthcare for the 1.3 million kids living in the region. On Thursday, October 10 purchase your $4 “Fill the Need” admission ticket for the 2019 Big Fresno Fair! Half of all ticket sales for this day will benefit Valley Children’s!

You can help now by purchasing your $4 “Fill the Need” ticket good for Thursday, October 10 here! >>>> http://bit.ly/FilltheNeed19
**All online fees have been waived.

Check out Jayden’s story, one of the many children helped by Valley Children’s here!

4.0 & Above

Do you want to win a brand new 2020 Toyota Corolla? Keep your grades up this semester and we’ll see YOU at the 9th Annual Big Fresno Fair 4.0 & Above Program, where every qualifying 9-12 grade student has a chance to win a new 2020 Toyota Corolla! Plus 8-12 grade students in Fresno County … Continue reading “4.0 & Above”

Do you want to win a brand new 2020 Toyota Corolla? Keep your grades up this semester and we’ll see YOU at the 9th Annual Big Fresno Fair 4.0 & Above Program, where every qualifying 9-12 grade student has a chance to win a new 2020 Toyota Corolla! Plus 8-12 grade students in Fresno County will have a chance to win scholarships & other prizes! All you have to do is get a 4.0 GPA or higher as of June 2019!

Parents – be sure to help your student keep those grades up! Head to our website for more info! >> http://bit.ly/BFFeducationrewards

The Big Fresno Fair’s “Feed the Need” Food Drive @ Fresno State Happens Wednesday, September 25!

On Wednesday, September 25 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., join us at the Fresno State Red Lot on the southeast corner of Barstow and Cedar for the 5th Edition of The Big Fresno Fair “Feed the Need” Food Drive at Fresno State! Donate 10 or more canned food items and receive one FREE Fair … Continue reading “The Big Fresno Fair’s “Feed the Need” Food Drive @ Fresno State Happens Wednesday, September 25!”

On Wednesday, September 25 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., join us at the Fresno State Red Lot on the southeast corner of Barstow and Cedar for the 5th Edition of The Big Fresno Fair “Feed the Need” Food Drive at Fresno State! Donate 10 or more canned food items and receive one FREE Fair admission good for any day of the Fair. Any donations made on this day will benefit the Fresno State Food Security Project. PLUS, be able to meet Fresno State coaches and players who will be giving away game tickets at random to Food Drive participants. Can’t make the drive? Support the cause with an online donation at http://bit.ly/donatetosc

PLEASE NOTE: Limit four tickets per vehicle, while supplies last. Please no expired food. For more info >> http://bit.ly/FeedTheNeedFresnoState




Support the Fresno County Historical Museum!

Did you know Fresno has an award-winning museum? The Fresno County Historical Museum at the Fresno Fairgrounds is dedicated to the rich history of Fresno County. This $3.4 million, 14,000 sq. ft. Museum features cultural, political, sports and public safety historical artifacts and stories, plus so much more that paint an incredible picture of our … Continue reading “Support the Fresno County Historical Museum!”

Did you know Fresno has an award-winning museum? The Fresno County Historical Museum at the Fresno Fairgrounds is dedicated to the rich history of Fresno County. This $3.4 million, 14,000 sq. ft. Museum features cultural, political, sports and public safety historical artifacts and stories, plus so much more that paint an incredible picture of our County’s history! For more information please visit:  http://bit.ly/FCHMEvent

Help support this Museum and preserve history by attending the Thursday, September 26, Fresno County Historical Museum Fundraiser. Enjoy a sneak peek at this year’s Fair with an awesome online auction including rare fair packages, like a Gate 2 on grounds parking pass, “Better Than Front Row” concert tickets, a table for 4 in the Turf Club for the First Friday at the races, a VIP Fair Food Card and so much more! See the auction items and start bidding here http://bit.ly/FCHMFundraiser

There will also be hosted appetizers, beer and wine, too!  Tickets cost $100 per person and can be purchased by calling (559) 650-3228 or at the Fresno Fairgrounds Administration Office. Hours are M-F, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Sponsorships and fundraising are needed to help sustain this county gem and ensure it will remain in existence into the future for generations of Central Valley residents to enjoy! Plan on joining us Thursday, September 26 for this special sneak peek of the Fair to support your museum!

Pint For a Pass is Happening NOW!

Save a life and save BIG at the 2019 Big Fresno Fair! Every person who donates a pint of blood during the 10th Annual “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive today through Sunday, September 22 at any Central California Blood Center or mobile drive will receive a voucher for a “Buy One, Get One Free” … Continue reading “Pint For a Pass is Happening NOW!”

Save a life and save BIG at the 2019 Big Fresno Fair! Every person who donates a pint of blood during the 10th Annual “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive today through Sunday, September 22 at any Central California Blood Center or mobile drive will receive a voucher for a “Buy One, Get One Free” admission ticket to the Fair plus other goodies! Donors will also be entered to win concert and horse racing tickets. The Big Fresno Fair and the Central California Blood Center encourage new and returning donors to come out and show support to the “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive!

For more details on our Blood Drive >> http://bit.ly/PintForAPass
For a list of donor center locations >> www.donateblood.org