Happy National Raisin Day! Did you know that on approximately 200,000 acres, the 2,000 California Raisin growers produce 100% of the U.S. raisins in an area within a 60 mile radius of Fresno? Be sure to take a look around the Wells Fargo Agriculture Building to check out the amazing grape and raisin displays, … Continue reading “Its National Raisin Day!”
Happy National Raisin Day! Did you know that on approximately 200,000 acres, the 2,000 California Raisin growers produce 100% of the U.S. raisins in an area within a 60 mile radius of Fresno?
Be sure to take a look around the Wells Fargo Agriculture Building to check out the amazing grape and raisin displays, along with other produce grown right in our backyard at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!
Let’s all do our part to keep social distancing NOW and follow good healthy habits so we can curb this virus and see you all at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!
Calling all Home Arts exhibitors, Junior exhibitors and all crafters in the community! Our medical community needs us! Please consider putting your sewing skills to work. This is our chance to stay home and sew for good! Let’s join forces and help arm medical personnel on the front line of COVID-19 with the safety gear … Continue reading “Calling all Sewers! Help make masks for Our Medical Personnel!”
Calling all Home Arts exhibitors, Junior exhibitors and all crafters in the community! Our medical community needs us! Please consider putting your sewing skills to work. This is our chance to stay home and sew for good! Let’s join forces and help arm medical personnel on the front line of COVID-19 with the safety gear they need!
Once you have a supply to donate, simply call (559) 724-4343 or email: CMCdonations@communitymedical.org. From there, instructions will be given on where and when to deliver them.
For day four of National Ag Week, we’re highlighting the Baby Boom area! Were you able to check out the Baby Boom area in Ag Ventureland Sponsored by Boot Barn and CalViva Health? In this area you will see baby goats, pigs and more! Did you know there were 41 pregnant sheep (ewes) at the … Continue reading “Day Four of National Ag Week – Baby Boom Area in Ag Ventureland”
For day four of National Ag Week, we’re highlighting the Baby Boom area! Were you able to check out the Baby Boom area in Ag Ventureland Sponsored by Boot Barn and CalViva Health? In this area you will see baby goats, pigs and more! Did you know there were 41 pregnant sheep (ewes) at the 2019 Big Fresno Fair and 75 lambs were born on sight? Be sure to check out this Fair favorite at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!
Let’s all do our part to keep social distancing NOW and follow good healthy habits so we can curb this virus and see you all at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!
It’s day three of National Ag Week and today we are highlighting the fun and educational Ag Ventureland Sponsored by Boot Barn and CalViva Health! Completely remodeled in 2018, Ag Ventureland has become the favorite area of both parents and children. Kids and Fairgoers of all ages can enjoy interactive activities, sensory activities, shows and … Continue reading “Day Three of National Ag Week – Ag Ventureland”
It’s day three of National Ag Week and today we are highlighting the fun and educational Ag Ventureland Sponsored by Boot Barn and CalViva Health! Completely remodeled in 2018, Ag Ventureland has become the favorite area of both parents and children. Kids and Fairgoers of all ages can enjoy interactive activities, sensory activities, shows and much more – all focusing on the Valley’s rich Ag! Be sure to stop by this exhibit at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair, Oct 7-18!
Let’s all do our part to keep social distancing NOW and follow good healthy habits so we can curb this virus and see you all at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!
It’s the beginning of National Ag Week and we will be highlighting the many agricultural exhibits that you can find at the Fair all week long! Did you know that a total of 40 different clubs, chapters and independent exhibitors participated in the 2019 Big Fresno Fair Livestock Pavilion Exhibits? Many of these members participated … Continue reading “Kick Off to National Ag Week!”
It’s the beginning of National Ag Week and we will be highlighting the many agricultural exhibits that you can find at the Fair all week long! Did you know that a total of 40 different clubs, chapters and independent exhibitors participated in the 2019 Big Fresno Fair Livestock Pavilion Exhibits? Many of these members participated in the Jr. Livestock Auctions on October 5 and 12 at the 2019 Big Fresno Fair.
Fun Fair Fact: A total of 1,500 animals were exhibited at the 2019 Big Fresno Fair and a grand total of 763 animals were sold at both Jr. Livestock Auctions with sales of $1,006,784.92!
Let’s all do our part to keep social distancing NOW and follow good healthy habits so we can curb this virus and see you all at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!
The Big Fresno Fair’s CEO, John C. Alkire and in-house talented welder, Hank Alaniz won Best of Show at the March Art Hop in downtown Fresno for an incredible metal sculpture of a bald eagle! This unique sculpture is made up completely of recycled metal parts from Turner’s Auto Wrecking and stands at 9 feet … Continue reading “Fair Eagle Sculpture Wins Best of Show at March’s Art Hop!”
The Big Fresno Fair’s CEO, John C. Alkire and in-house talented welder, Hank Alaniz won Best of Show at the March Art Hop in downtown Fresno for an incredible metal sculpture of a bald eagle! This unique sculpture is made up completely of recycled metal parts from Turner’s Auto Wrecking and stands at 9 feet tall, has 2,100 individual metal feathers on its body and a wingspan of 8 feet wide!
This award-winning sculpture will be dedicated to the late Marvin Meyers and will be put on permanent display in the Meyer’s Water & Wildlife Tree in the Table Mountain Rancheria Park.
“Marvin was a beloved veteran and eagle scout who cared for his community,” said CEO, John C. Alkire. “He was a huge donor to Fresno State and his name will live on with his sponsorship with Meyer’s Water and Wildlife Banks”
A special dedication of the sculpture will take place prior to the 2020 Big Fresno Fair.
In honor of National Jewel Day, we have a fun fact for you! Did you know that the softest and lightest gemstone on earth is amber? It is so light that it’s able to float in salt water! Want to learn more fun facts of earth’s natural beauties? Be sure to visit the Gem and … Continue reading “It’s National Jewel Day!”
In honor of National Jewel Day, we have a fun fact for you! Did you know that the softest and lightest gemstone on earth is amber? It is so light that it’s able to float in salt water! Want to learn more fun facts of earth’s natural beauties? Be sure to visit the Gem and Mineral Building while visiting the 2020 Big Fresno Fair! Comment below your favorite gemstone!
It’s National Floral Design Day! Did you get a chance to visit the Floriculture Exhibit located in The Greenhouse during the 2019 Big Fresno Fair? The Greenhouse features a variety of amazing floral and plant displays! Be sure to check out this competitive exhibit while at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!
It’s National Floral Design Day! Did you get a chance to visit the Floriculture Exhibit located in The Greenhouse during the 2019 Big Fresno Fair? The Greenhouse features a variety of amazing floral and plant displays! Be sure to check out this competitive exhibit while at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!
Cheese, cheese, and more cheese! Happy National Pizza Day! Did you get to try the new Chile Verde pizza from Luigi’s Pizza while at the 2019 Big Fresno Fair? We want to know, what are your favorite pizza toppings? Comment below!
Guest judge, Fabiola Ramirez trying out the Chile Verde pizza from Luigi’s, which was submitted during the first-ever Food Fight!
Cheese, cheese, and more cheese! Happy National Pizza Day! Did you get to try the new Chile Verde pizza from Luigi’s Pizza while at the 2019 Big Fresno Fair? We want to know, what are your favorite pizza toppings? Comment below!
Today’s Flashback Friday spotlight is for WBC & WBO World Champion, Jose Ramirez! Did you have a chance to meet the Champ or any of our special guests at the Annual WBC Boxing Championships during the 2019 Big Fresno Fair? If not, be sure to visit the Fresno County Historical Museum to check out the … Continue reading “Flashback Friday! 3rd Annual WBC Boxing Championships”
Today’s Flashback Friday spotlight is for WBC & WBO World Champion, Jose Ramirez! Did you have a chance to meet the Champ or any of our special guests at the Annual WBC Boxing Championships during the 2019 Big Fresno Fair? If not, be sure to visit the Fresno County Historical Museum to check out the Jose Ramirez section and snap a selfie with his life-size statue! Just call 650-FAIR to book your free tour!
