Sign Up for The Derby Dog Dash! | Saturday, October 14

Think your furry friend has what it takes to win first place in a race? Then sign your pup up for the Derby Dog Dash by Tuesday, October 10 at 11:59 p.m. The winner of the championship heat will win $100 and second place finisher will receive $50. The winner of each individual heat will win $20 and second place will receive $10. Each entry will include admission to the Fairgrounds. All dogs MUST meet the weight and height requirements (less than 28 lbs. and 15” at the shoulder). 

 

For full rules and details, click here!

Win Front Row Tickets to See The Offspring on October 13!

Want to win front row seat tickets to see The Offspring live at the 2023 Big Fresno Fair on Friday, October 13? Just head to our Big Fresno Fair Facebook and then follow the contest rules on the post! Contest ends on Wednesday, September 13 at 5 p.m. where the winner will then be chosen and notified.   

 

PLEASE NOTE: If you’re selected as the winner of this contest and have already bought your tickets to The Offspring, we will refund them for you.

 

Come out and play to see The Offspring on Friday, October 13 as part of the Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial, Toyota and Valero!

Win Front Row Tickets to See 2 Chainz on October 14!

2 Chainz Front Row Seat Giveaway

Want to win front row seat tickets to see 2 Chainz live at the 2023 Big Fresno Fair on Saturday, October 14? Just head to our Big Fresno Fair Facebook and then follow the contest rules on the post! Contest ends on Tuesday, September 12 at 5 p.m. where the winner will then be chosen and notified.   

 

PLEASE NOTE: If you’re selected as the winner of this contest and have already bought your tickets to 2 Chainz, we will refund them for you.

 

The 2 Chainz show on Saturday, October 14 is part of the Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial, Toyota and Valero!

The Arleen Owen Legacy Pie Contest

In honor of an amazing woman and 71-year Big Fresno Fair Home Arts entrant, who especially loved pies, we are honored to name this year’s pie contest after Arleen Owen. So, everyone bring your best pie-making skills and let’s make Arleen (and her family) proud.

 

Classes include: Double Crust, Single Crusted, Custard Pie and any other pie. If you plan to enter, you must submit your online entry by September 8 at 11:59 p.m. Then you will actually make and bring your pie to the Fair on Saturday, October 7 at 11 a.m. to be judged! Enter online here.

Pint for a Pass Happening Now – October 14!

blood drive august 29 - october 14

Save a life and save BIG at the 2023 Big Fresno Fair! Every person who donates a pint of blood during the 13th Annual “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive NOW through Saturday, October 14 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 the blood drive and to find donor locations, click here.

Get Good Grades, Get BIG Prizes! | 4.0 & Above Happens October 4!

Calling all Fresno County 8th – 12th grade students with a 4.0 or higher GPA! There is only two weeks left to enter the 12th Annual 4.0 & Above Program for your chance to win BIG prizes! Entry deadline is Monday, September 18. Don’t miss your chance to win scholarships, laptops and more! Plus, a brand new 2023 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!

Beer & Wine Fest Tickets On-Sale Now!

beer & wine fest

Cheers to good times at the 3rd annual Beer & Wine Fest on Saturday, October 7 from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. at the 2023 Big Fresno Fair! From inside the horse racing track, sip on beer and wine from more than a dozen breweries and wineries from the San Joaquin Valley and Central Coast, enjoy music, play lawn games and of course, wager on horse races! Some of the Valley’s BEST food trucks will be on deck serving up some of their delicious eats, plus enjoy a variety of vendors from decadent chocolates, cigars and more.

 

Ticket prices are $25 for the event only (no Fair admission included) and $5 for a Designated Driver ticket. Tickets are on-sale NOW! For more details, click here!