The Big Fresno Fair

Watch and Wager With Us This Weekend! | August 23 – 25

Another big weekend of stakes races happens August 23 – 25 and we have a nice and cool spot for you to watch and wager at! Join us at our Satellite Wagering facility, The Starting Gate to wager on these big stakes races:

August 22 | Ballston Spa | $300,000
August 23 | Personal Ensign Stakes | $500,000
August 24 | Canadian Derby| $200,000
August 24 | Pat O’Brien Stakes| $250,000
August 24 | Ballerina Handicap | $500,000
August 24 | Travers Stakes | $1,250,000
August 24 | Forego Stakes | $500,000
August 24 | H. Allen Jerkens Memorial | $500,000
August 24 | Sword Dancer Stakes | $750,000
August 24 | Seaway Stakes | $135,000
August 25 | Rancho Bernardo Handicap | $100,000

The Starting Gate is located on the second floor of the Brian I. Tatarian Grandstand at the Fresno Fairgrounds. Hours are Thursdays from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Friday – Sunday from 10 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Admission into The Starting Gate is $6 and parking is FREE in front of the Grandstand! For horse racing inquiries, please contact please contact Ronnie Mobley at (559) 994-3105. More details here.

It’s National Seniors’ Day!

It’s National Seniors’ Day, and if you have a senior in your life that’s 62 and better, then be sure to remind them to mark their calendars for Monday, October 7 and October 14 for Seniors’ Day at the 2024 Big Fresno Fair! Seniors 62 and BETTER can get into the Fair for FREE until 1 p.m. and for $4 after 1 p.m. Don’t forget to checkout our Seniors’ Day and Lifestyle Expo, which happens on October 7 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

For more details, visit our website here.

Back $2 School Flash Sale Happening TODAY ONLY! | From 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Back $2 School Sale BOGO for $2 admission aug 21 from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. only

Back 2 School = Back 2 Savings! 🍎🎒 TODAY ONLY from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. is a special online-only Back $2 School Flash Sale where BFF Club Members have the exclusive access to buy one Fair admission ticket, and get another for just $2!

A special password was sent today to BFF Club Members only. Not a BFF Club Member? Sign up here to start saving today!

For more savings opportunities, visit our website here.

Special “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive Launch Event | Tuesday, August 27!

Pint for a Pass Blood Drive Launch Event August 27

The “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive Special Launch Event is on Tuesday, August 27 from 5 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fresno Fairgrounds in the Commerce Building! Come out and help save a life and be entered-to-win concert and horse racing tickets, plus donors get free corns dogs and kettle corn (yum!).

Sign-up online here to secure your appointment! Walk-ins will also be welcome.

The Big Fresno Fair and Central California Blood Center’s 14th Annual “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive will run from Tuesday, August 27 until Monday, October 14! Donate during this timeframe at one of the donor center locations and get a BOGO Fair admission ticket voucher, plus be entered to win concert and horse racing tickets!

For more details, click here!

Life is Brew-tiful at the Annual Beer & Wine Fest! | October 5

Saturday October 5 from 2p - 6p 20+ Breweries & Wineries horse betting stations music lawn games food trucks + more! buy tickets now beer & wine fest The Big Fresno Fair

One of the biggest parties happens during live horse racing at the Annual Beer & Wine Fest happening Saturday, October 5 from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. at the 2024 Big Fresno Fair! Sip on beer and wine from more than 20 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.

Tickets are $25 for event only (no Fair admission included) and $7 for Designated Driver ticket. Must be 21 and over to attend.

Tickets are on-sale NOW! For more details, click here!

Watch and Wager With Us This Weekend! | August 16 – 18

Another weekend at The Starting Gate awaits! Join us at our Satellite Wagering facility to watch and wager with us and win money on some BIG stakes races this weekend, August 16 – 18! Here’s a few big stakes races you can wager on:

• August 17 | Del Mar Oaks | $300,000

• August 17 | Philip H. Iselin Stakes | $250,000

• August 17 | Alabama Stakes | $600,000

• August 17 | Lake Placid Stakes | $200,000

• August 17 | Bold Venture Stakes | $150,000

• August 17 | King Edward Stakes | $200,000

NOTE: The Starting Gate is BACK on the second floor of the Brian I. Tatarian Grandstand! Hours are Thursdays from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Friday – Sunday from 10 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Admission into The Starting Gate is $6 and parking is FREE in front of the Grandstand! For horse racing inquiries, please contact please contact Ronnie Mobley at (559) 994-3105. More details here.

Come Enjoy the Fresno County Historical Museum! l August 17

Discover the tapestry of Fresno County’s past come alive this Saturday, August 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fresno County Historical Museum and The Big Fresno Fair Museum. Experience award-winning exhibits showcasing historic artifacts and stories that highlight Fresno County’s heritage and the history of The Big Fresno Fair! Admission and parking are free! Just park along Chance Ave. Audio tours are available to enhance your museum journey guided by our knowledgeable docents.

For more details on both museums, click here.

Horror Convention Makes its Way to the Fresno Fairgrounds! l August 17 & 18

The scariest nights of the year are arriving early to the Fresno Fairgrounds for an event you will not want to miss with The Hauntmare Expo! This two-day event will be held Saturday, August 17 through Sunday, August 18. Hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets are $35, $60 and $90. The Hauntmare Expo has attractions for everyone including exhibits, costume contests, special guests and more!

For more information, click here!

Save the Date for the “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive | August 27 – October 14

Save the date for the 14^th Annual “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive, kicking off Tuesday, August 27 through Monday, October 14! There will also be a special launch event in the Commerce Building at the Fresno Fairgrounds on Tuesday, August 27 from 5 a.m. – 4 p.m., where donors will receive a BOGO voucher for admission to the 2024 Big Fresno Fair, a special commemorative t-shirt (while supplies last), tasty corn dogs and kettle corn, plus be entered-to-win concert and horse racing tickets!

It’s a win-win-win! Donors get BOGO Fair Admission, chance to win prizes AND can save a life!

The Central Valley is in critical need of blood. Come out to The Big Fresno Fair and Central California Blood Center’s 14^th Annual “Pint for a Pass” Blood Drive and save a Valley life! 🩸 For more details, click here.

The 13th Annual Job Fair Next Week!

The Big Fresno Fair Job Fair is less than one week away! Save the date for the 13th Annual Job Fair on Thursday, August 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Commerce Building at the Fresno Fairgrounds. The Fair is looking for individuals who can provide excellent customer service in a lively and family-friendly environment. Available positions include:

Parking & Admission Ticket Sellers
Ticket Takers
Parking Attendants
Customer Service Representatives
Janitorial Staff
Maintenance Crew
Horse Racing Staff (Ushers, Maintenance, Customer Service Representatives)
Security Guards
Concessions
And many more opportunities!

Volunteer opportunities are also open! Be sure to dress to impress! To download your application and for more details, www.fresnofair.com/employment