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Attention! Carnival Opens Earlier Tomorrow!

We know we have a lot of local students out of school tomorrow and because of that we have great news…our Main Carnival is opening early at 1 p.m. on Mon, October 10! That’s right, our big carnival rides will be up and running at 1 p.m. on October 10. The Kiddieland Carnival will open at 12 p.m. like normal.

So spend your day out of school at The Big Fresno Fair! Be sure to visit our Deals & Discounts page to take advantage of admission and carnival wristband savings!

Also, here is a quick tutorial showing how to use the new carnival kiosks. https://youtu.be/XlGyKZ3l4X0

Derby Dog Dash Returns! Enter Your Dog into the Small Dog Races!

It’s back! The Derby Dog Dash returns to the 2022 Big Fresno Fair on Saturday, October 15 in the Brian I. Tatarian Grandstand during live horse racing! Does your pup have what it takes to be the 2022 winner? Sign-up by Tuesday, October 11 at 11:59 p.m. to seal your spot in the race! For more details, click here!

Artist Change | Cruising with the Souldies

Due to unforeseen schedule conflicts, Russell Thompkins, Jr. and The New Stylistics will not be able to perform as part of the Cruising with the Souldies concert on October 8 in the Paul Paul Theater as part of the Table Mountain Concert Series.

In their place, soulful singer-songwriter Trish Toledo will perform. Her 60s and 70s era musical style will make this a great night of music! Cruising with the Souldies is hosted by Danny Trejo, and features Trish Toledo, Cota and Danny’s Angels. If you purchased tickets before the artist change, and would like a refund, please email boxoffice@fresnofair.com. Already purchased tickets are still valid for this slightly adjusted show.


For concert tickets, visit www.fresnofair.com/cruising-to-the-souldies.

Get Good Grades, Get BIG Prizes! | 4.0 & Above Happens October 5!

Calling all Fresno County 8th – 12th grade students with a 4.0 or higher GPA! There is only two weeks left to enter the 11th Annual 4.0 & Above Program for your chance to win BIG prizes! Entry deadline is Monday, September 19. Don’t miss your chance to win scholarships, laptops and more! Plus, a brand new 2022 Toyota Corolla for qualified 9th – 12th grade students! Must be present to win!

 

For more details on the 4.0 & Above Program and to register, click here!

BFF Club Concert Pre-Sale Kicks-Off TODAY!

Want to get your concert tickets and receive 50% off admission before anyone else? Be sure to take advantage of the BFF Club concert pre-sale EXCLUSIVELY for Big Fair Fan Club members only! In case you missed it, here are the four concerts just announced!

 

  • Friday, October 7 | Queen Nation – A Tribute to the Music of Queen – FREE with paid Fair admission
  • Saturday, October 8 | Cruising to the Souldies Hosted by Danny Trejo featuring Russell Thompkins Jr & The New Stylistics with special guests Cota and Danny’s Angels
  • Monday, October 10 | The Pretty Reckless
  • Sunday, October 16 | Quebradita Time: 2022 Tour featuring Banda Machos, Mi Banda El Mexicano de Casimiro, Banda Maguey y Banda Zeta

 

The special online only pre-sale is happening NOW through Monday, August 8 at 11:59 p.m., during which members can purchase their concert tickets before anyone else, PLUS get 50% off their Fair Admission with each concert ticket purchase. Concert tickets and discounted admission MUST be purchased in the same transaction. Tickets will then go on sale to the general public beginning Tuesday, August 9 at 10 a.m.

 

Know someone who’s not a BFF Fan Club Member but wants to get their concert tickets early? Tell them to sign up here!

 

For more details on this year’s Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial and Toyota,  click here!

Have a Happy & Safe 4th of July!

Bold stripes, bright stars and brave hearts ❤🤍💙 Happy Fourth of July weekend from our Big Fresno Fair family to yours!

 

Our office will be closed today through Tuesday, July 5 and will reopen on Wednesday, July 6. Have a fun and safe weekend! 🎇

The Big Fresno Fair Board Announces Formal CEO Search

The Big Fresno Fair (Fair) Board of Directors announced its formal search for the next CEO to lead year-round operations for the fourth largest fair in the State of California. The Board is working closely with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), Fairs & Expositions Branch on the CEO Search process. Information about The Big Fresno Fair and the application for the CEO position can be found here.

In September 2020, longtime Fair CEO, John C. Alkire retired and transitioned to the Fair’s nonprofit Foundation, Friends of The Big Fresno Fair, in an effort to elevate fundraising amid the uncertainty of the pandemic. At that time, Deputy Managers Stacy Rianda and Lauri King were appointed by the Fair Board to oversee all Fair operations as an interim leadership strategy. Since then, the Fair has pivoted from a historical in-person Fair to a drive-thru event in 2020, and then navigated back to more normal year-round operations and a successful in-person fair in October 2021.

“The Board is pleased that the Fair has returned to its robust level of year-round activity,” stated Chuck Riojas, President of The Big Fresno Fair Board. “We are confident that with this search, we will determine the right person to lead the Fair into the future.”