Help us win! There’s only a few days left to vote for The Big Fresno Fair in The Fresno Bee’s 2025 Best of Central California People’s Choice Awards! The deadline to vote is Friday, March 7 at 5 p.m.
To cast your vote, click here! You can vote daily in the link provided. Thank you in advance for voting for us!
The Fresno Bee’s 2025 Best of Central California People’s Choice awards are back! Be sure to vote for The Big Fresno Fair in these five categories:
The deadline to vote is Friday, March 7 at 5 p.m. To cast your vote, click here! You can vote daily in the link provided. Thank you in advance for voting for us!
We are deeply heartbroken by the passing of our dear friend, Al Smith. A true leader and champion of the Fresno community, Al was a towering figure in business and broadcasting, leaving a lasting mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him. His unmistakable voice and storytelling brilliance brought history to life on KMJ radio’s “Legends & Legacies” feature and continue to guide visitors through the Fresno County Historical Museum’s exhibits on our audio tours. His impact, leadership and legacy will be felt for generations to come.
Al Smith, 86, passed away on Saturday, February 15, according to multiple online posts. He is remembered as a charismatic leader known for his booming voice and ability to make each person he encountered feel special (The Business Journal).
Check out this clip of Al Smith’s interview during the Heritage Talks videos, which also plays on the second floor of the museum.
“If we do not want to die together in war, we must learn to live together in peace.” — Harry S. Truman, 33rd U.S President
The Fair Admin Office is closed today in observance of Presidents’ Day and will reopen tomorrow at 9 a.m. Enjoy this extra day off as we honor our nation’s past leaders!
Creating memories with our BFFs is our favorite part of The Big Fresno Fair!
Here’s a little Fair Fun Friday! What’s the first word you see in the Word Search? Let us know in the comments!
Whether Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow or not, that doesn’t take away that the 2025 Big Fresno Fair is only 34 weeks (and 3 days) away! 
Leave a “
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Join us at our Satellite Wagering facility, The Starting Gate to see who will take the title during the Pegasus World Cup on Saturday, January 25! Watch and wager live via satellite with $3 million in purse money! Gates open at 9:45a a.m. on Saturday. Admission is $6 and parking is free!
Don’t forget, The Starting Gate is back at its original location off Butler Ave. between Maple and Chance Avenues.
For daily racing forms and all other horse racing inquiries, please contact Ronnie Mobley at (559) 994-3105. More details here.
In honor of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Fresno Police Department for their ongoing dedication in making The Big Fresno Fair one of the safest events in the Central Valley! A special thank you is also extended to all the law enforcement entities throughout Fresno County who work relentlessly to protect and serve our community. Thank you and thank you to your families and friends who support you all.
We can’t wait to work alongside you again at the 2025 Big Fresno Fair!
It’s Faces at the Fair Friday! 
Today, we’re celebrating the smiles that make The Big Fresno Fair so special. Whether it’s family or friends, every moment is filled with happiness! We can’t wait to create more memories with you at the 2025 Big Fresno Fair, October 1-12!
“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.” – Albert Einstein
It’s the start of a new year and we want to wish all of you a very Happy New Year!
With a new year means new Fair dates! Mark your calendars for the 2025 Big Fresno Fair, October 1 – 12!