Thank You For an Incredible 2022 Big Fresno Fair!

All we can say is…WOW! THANK YOU, BFFs, for an amazing 2022 Big Fresno Fair! We loved seeing all our family and friends once again to enjoy the tradition of our Fair with live music and entertainment, horse racing, exhibits, thrilling carnival rides, Fair food, new attractions plus so much more. Here are a few fun Fair facts from the 2022 Big Fresno Fair!

 

  • More than 2,500 hours of FREE entertainment was provided during this year’s Fair from roaming grounds entertainers to community performers and bands on stage.
  • 2,580 animals were exhibited in the Livestock Pavilion and 1,043 4-H and FFA students exhibited at the Fair.
  • 910 gallons of milk were collected from 5 cows at the Cow Palace Milking Demonstrations.
  • 44 animals were adopted at the Central California SPCA booth at this year’s Fair.
  • 32,000 lbs. of flour were used for Country Fair Cinnamon Rolls (between 3 stands)
  • XPogo Stunt Team did 960 flips during their 12 days of shows at The Big Fresno Fair

 

We can’t wait to create more fun Fair facts at the 2023 Big Fresno Fair, October 4 – 15!

 

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Last Weekend to Join in on Fair Fun!

There’s less than 3 days left to enjoy the tradition of The Big Fresno Fair! We’ve enjoyed our time with all of our BFFs, along with tasty Fair food, thrilling carnival rides, live horse racing and entertainment, new attractions and exhibits, and there’s still time to have some more fun!

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Don’t miss the last weekend of action-packed excitement!

Don’t miss the last weekend of action-packed excitement for the return of live horse racing in the Brian I. Tatarian Grandstand! Here are the post times for throughout the weekend:

TODAY | Post Time at 1:45 p.m.
Sat, 10/15 | Post Time at 1:15 p.m.
Sun, 10/16 | Post Time at 1:15 p.m.

Box and Reserved Seats are still available! Purchase your tickets today here!

Live Horse Racing is presented by Table Mountain Casino, Modelo Especial and Aetna.

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!

Plan Ahead and Save BIG on Your Trip to the 2022 Big Fresno Fair!

Save BIG with the best deals in town – $2 off Fair Admission (all ages) and up to $7 off Unlimited Carnival Ride Wristbands (regular price $35 Mon-Thurs; $40 Fri-Sun *plus fees) at participating Save Mart or FoodMaxx stores! 
  

Or enjoy all 12-days of the 2022 Big Fresno Fair with the $40 discounted Season Pass available at any Central Valley O’Reilly Auto Parts Stores! Take your O’Reilly Auto Parts purchase receipt to the Fair Administration Ticket Box Office to pick up your Season Pass. Remember, a photo ID is required to use the Season Pass for the Fair. One name only on each Season Pass. 

Great ways to save on your trip to the Fair! For more Deals & Discounts, click here!

Donate Blood During the Pint for a Pass Blood Drive!

The 12th Annual Big Fresno Fair and Central California Blood Center’s “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive is happening NOW until Saturday, October 15! Head to any Central California Blood Center’s donor center or mobile drive to donate blood and receive a BOGO admission voucher good for the 2022 Big Fresno Fair! Plus be entered-to-win concert and horse racing tickets! 

Donation takes less than an hour – but has a lifelong impact on those saved and their families! Did you know your blood donation can save up to three lives! To learn more about the blood drive, click here!