Omega Con Happens May 25 – 27 at the Fresno Fairgrounds

OMEGA CON MAY 25 - 27

Omega Con is headed to the Fresno Fairgrounds May 25 – 27 in the Commerce and Agricultural Buildings! Enjoy a weekend filled with vendors, cosplayers, anime, gaming, collectibles, music plus more! This is a family-friendly event! Below are the hours and ticket details:

 

Hours are:

  • Saturday, May 25 | 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
  • Sunday, May 26 | 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Monday, May 27 | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

 

Tickets are:

  • $15 on Saturday
  • $12 on Sunday
  • $10 on Monday
  • 3-day passes available for $25!
  • Parking is $10 in the Chance Ave. parking lot

 

For more details, visit their website here!

Fresno County Historical Museum Open This Saturday!

Fresno County Historical Museum Open Every Third Saturday of the Month

Looking for something fun and free to do this Saturday? Head to the Fresno Fairgrounds on May 18 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. to check out our two award-winning museums, the Fresno County Historical Museum and The Big Fresno Fair Museum! In the Fresno County Historical Museum, learn about the rich history of Fresno County, different cultures and contributions, plus enjoy incredible artifacts and photos!

 

Admission and parking are free. Parking available in the Chance Ave. parking lot. Audio tours will guide visitors through the Museum, as well as Museum docents.

 

To get a sneak peak of the history the Fresno County Historical Museum holds, click here.

Preakness Stakes This Weekend!

Preakness 149 Saturday, May 18

It’s Preakness Weekend! Join us on the second floor of the Grandstand on Friday, May 17 for the 100th running of the Black-Eyed Susan and on Saturday, May 18 for the 149th Preakness Stakes race! Gates open 9:45 a.m. on Friday and 7:15 a.m. on Saturday. Here’s a few things to know before you go:

 

  • Admission is $6
  • The Starting Gate is BACK on the second floor of the Grandstand
  • Parking is FREE! Just enter through Gate 2 off Chance Ave. and park in front of Grandstand or in the Chance parking lot

 

Questions? Please call Ronnie Mobley at (559) 994-3105.For more details, click here.

Bridal Expo Happening Sunday | May 19

bridal expo may 19 1:30p - 5p

Engaged and planning your wedding? Then head to the California Bridal & Wedding Expo on Sunday, May 19 from 1:30 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. Parking is $10 in the Chance Ave. parking lot.

 

To register, click here.

SWERV Fest Heads to the Fresno Fairgrounds Sat, May 18

SWERV Fest car show is headed to the Fresno Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 18 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the Commerce Building! Enjoy car showcases, music and entertainment, car awards, food and drinks, shopping plus more! Tickets are $21 and children 12 and under are free. Parking is available for $10 in the Chance Ave. parking lot.

 

For more details, visit their website here.

Rallycross Auto Racing This Weekend | May 11 & 12

Rallycross at Fresno Fairgrounds May 11 & 12

Race your car and head to the Fresno Fairgrounds Infield Lot for the Rallycross dirt auto racing on Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12 from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Just enter off Kings Canyon Ave. This event is free to spectate. Entry fee to race varies. Must have a valid driver’s license or driver’s permit (must be accompanied by licensed driver to compete).

 

To sign-up and for more info, click here.

Tune In & Tune Up This Weekend! | Saturday, May 18

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 18 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.

APCA Buyer’s Trade Show Happens May 8 at the Fresno Fairgrounds

ARTIST UPDATE!
“Unfortunately, due to unforeseen travel issues – Harbhajan Mann will not perform on Wednesday. Miss Pooja will now perform as part of our APCA 10th Annual Buyers Trade Show.”
– Kewal Krishan, Executive Director, APCA

 

The American Petroleum and Convenience Store Association will host its 10th Annual Buyer’s Trade Show on Wednesday, May 8 from 12:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. in the Industry Commerce Building at the Fresno Fairgrounds! The trade show will also feature a special live concert by Miss Pooja from 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. in the Paul Paul Theater. Trade show registration is FREE (does not include concert). Tickets to the concert are $50. Parking is available for $10 in the Chance Parking lot.

 

For more details, click here. To purchase tickets to the Miss Pooja concert, click here.

National Youth Summit Happening April 27 – 28 at Fresno Fairgrounds

National Youth Summit Happening April 27 – 28 at Fresno Fairgrounds

The Inaugural National Youth Summit is heading to the Fresno Fairgrounds on April 27 & 28 from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. in the Pavilion Park and the Industry Commerce Building! Tickets are $25. Parking is $10. Listen to professional speakers, collegiate athletes, check out the athletic tournaments, robotics competitions, tech and gaming, educational booths plus so much more!

 

For more details and to purchase tickets, visit their website here

Garden Bros Nuclear Circus Headed to Fresno Fairgrounds | April 25 – 28

Garden Bros Nuclear Circus, the world’s largest circus under the world’s largest big top, heads to the Fresno Fairgrounds, April 25 – 28 in the Butler Parking lot. Tickets range from $14.50 – $65.00. Kids 13 and under are free (must be purchased with a GA adult ticket). Parking is $15. Below are the different dates and times:

 

  • Thursday, April 25 | 4:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.
  • Friday, April 26 | 4:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 27 | 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, April 28 | 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.

 

For more details and to purchase tickets, visit their website here!