Last Call! Calling All Community Performers!

Last call for all local Community Performers! As part of our Drive-Thru Eats series we will be featuring entertainment for families to enjoy while they wait in their car to get their Fair Food Fix! We’re currently looking for local entertainers such as jugglers, magicians, bands, dance troupes, etc. to VOLUNTEER their time to perform … Continue reading “Last Call! Calling All Community Performers!”

Last call for all local Community Performers! As part of our Drive-Thru Eats series we will be featuring entertainment for families to enjoy while they wait in their car to get their Fair Food Fix! We’re currently looking for local entertainers such as jugglers, magicians, bands, dance troupes, etc. to VOLUNTEER their time to perform at our Drive-Thru Eats, which runs October 9 – 18!

 

If you are interested in performing please contact Linda Hulet by email at lhulet@fresnofair.com or phone at (559) 650-3213 before Thursday, September 10.

The Virtual Competitive Exhibits Deadline is Quickly Approaching!

Have you been getting crafty and creative while staying at home? There’s still time to enter it into our first-ever virtual Competitive Exhibits! Check out our new virtual Competitive Exhibits Handbook online here. While not all categories were able to make the transition to virtual, there are still many categories you can submit your entries … Continue reading “The Virtual Competitive Exhibits Deadline is Quickly Approaching!”

Have you been getting crafty and creative while staying at home? There’s still time to enter it into our first-ever virtual Competitive Exhibits! Check out our new virtual Competitive Exhibits Handbook online here. While not all categories were able to make the transition to virtual, there are still many categories you can submit your entries in!

 

Be sure to enter BEFORE our September 14 deadline. All entries MUST be submitted online. Questions? Contact our Exhibits Office at (559) 453-6890.

Shop Great Deals at The Fresno Flea Market – Under New Management!

Join us at The Fresno Flea Market every Thursday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Butler Parking Lot for some tasty food and some great deals! Shop home furnishings, clothing, toys, plants and much more. Admission and parking are FREE on Thursdays only! Admission is free on Sundays. General Parking is … Continue reading “Shop Great Deals at The Fresno Flea Market – Under New Management!”

Join us at The Fresno Flea Market every Thursday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Butler Parking Lot for some tasty food and some great deals! Shop home furnishings, clothing, toys, plants and much more. Admission and parking are FREE on Thursdays only! Admission is free on Sundays. General Parking is $2 and Preferred Parking is $3 on Sundays only. Remember to mask up and social distance while walking through the swap meet. Always be smart and safe!

 

Interested in having a space or have questions? Call Tai Nguyen at (559) 977-1264 or Linda Hulet at (559) 650-3213.

Donations Are Needed for Livestock Animals and Volunteers!

The Fresno Fairgrounds is currently set up as an evacuation site for livestock animals from Fresno County communities. We need donations to care for these animals (and our volunteers)!   Click here to donate! www.FresnoFair.com/CreekFire     List of Needed Items Alfalfa Grass Hay Oat Hay Shavings 70 gallon Buckets Wheelbarrows Cases of bottled water … Continue reading “Donations Are Needed for Livestock Animals and Volunteers!”

The Fresno Fairgrounds is currently set up as an evacuation site for livestock animals from Fresno County communities. We need donations to care for these animals (and our volunteers)!

 

Click here to donate! www.FresnoFair.com/CreekFire

 

 

List of Needed Items

  • Alfalfa
  • Grass Hay
  • Oat Hay
  • Shavings
  • 70 gallon Buckets
  • Wheelbarrows
  • Cases of bottled water
  • Cases of Gatorade/sport drinks
  • Packaged Food – protein bars, granola bars, etc.
  • 50 ft. hoses

Where to Purchase Items
Academy Feed
494 S Academy Ave, Sanger, CA 93657
(559) 875-2855

 

Clovis Feed
1490 Tollhouse Rd, Clovis, CA 93611
(559) 299-9596

 

Tractor Supply Clovis
1630 Herndon Ave, Clovis, CA 93611
(559) 298-1496

 

Tractor Supply Fresno
6710 N Brawley Ave, Fresno, CA 93711
(559) 438-3080

 

Longhorn Feed & Supply
5092 N. Academy Ave., Clovis CA 93619
(559) 322-3333

 

Questions? Contact Taylor Childers at (559) 994-3129 or tchilders@fresnofair.com.

Save a Life and Become a Blood Donor Today!

Blood donations are safe and essential. Blood donations are at an all-time low and now, more than ever, your blood donations are needed to ensure an adequate blood supply for Central Valley patients. When you donate blood, you never know whose life you may be saving! So become a blood donor TODAY!   Visit their … Continue reading “Save a Life and Become a Blood Donor Today!”

Blood donations are safe and essential. Blood donations are at an all-time low and now, more than ever, your blood donations are needed to ensure an adequate blood supply for Central Valley patients. When you donate blood, you never know whose life you may be saving! So become a blood donor TODAY!

 

Visit their website at www.donateblood.org to make an appointment and find your nearest donation center.

Attention Dancers! Perform With Us at Drive-Thru Eats!

Calling all community performers!💃🕺 🥋 As part of our Drive-Thru Eats series we will be featuring entertainment for families to enjoy while they wait in their car to get their Fair Food Fix! We are currently looking for community performance groups such as dance groups, cultural dance groups, choirs, karate groups plus more to VOLUNTEER … Continue reading “Attention Dancers! Perform With Us at Drive-Thru Eats!”

Calling all community performers!💃🕺 🥋

As part of our Drive-Thru Eats series we will be featuring entertainment for families to enjoy while they wait in their car to get their Fair Food Fix! We are currently looking for community performance groups such as dance groups, cultural dance groups, choirs, karate groups plus more to VOLUNTEER their time to perform at our Drive-Thru Eats, which runs October 9-18.

 

If you are interested in performing please contact Linda Hulet by email at lhulet@fresnofair.com or phone at (559) 650-3213 before Thursday, September 10.

Fair Food Friday – The Original Soft Taco!

LET’S TACO-BOUT IT! You’ve been asking and we know…the famous and original soft tacos will be back for The Big Fresno Fair’s Drive-Thru Eats! The Original Soft Taco has been a Fair food favorite since 1947. Will you be joining us to cure your soft rolled taco craving?   Head down to the Fresno Fairgrounds … Continue reading “Fair Food Friday – The Original Soft Taco!”

LET’S TACO-BOUT IT! You’ve been asking and we know…the famous and original soft tacos will be back for The Big Fresno Fair’s Drive-Thru Eats! The Original Soft Taco has been a Fair food favorite since 1947. Will you be joining us to cure your soft rolled taco craving?

 

Head down to the Fresno Fairgrounds for Drive-Thru Eats on Friday, October 9 through Sunday, October 18 to choose from dozens of your different Fair Food Favorites! Weekday hours are 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and weekend hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. This is a cashless only event; debit or credit cards accepted. Masks will be required for Fairgoers who are ordering and/or receiving food. Persons in the vehicle must be of the same household. For more details, click here.

Happy Labor Day Weekend! – Office Closed

“Take rest. A field that has rested gives a bountiful crop” – Ovid   Have a happy and safe Labor Day weekend! Whether you relax at home with family or head to the lake to enjoy the end of summer, remember to stay safe & healthy and Wash Up, Back Up and Mask Up when … Continue reading “Happy Labor Day Weekend! – Office Closed”

“Take rest. A field that has rested gives a bountiful crop” – Ovid

 

Have a happy and safe Labor Day weekend! Whether you relax at home with family or head to the lake to enjoy the end of summer, remember to stay safe & healthy and Wash Up, Back Up and Mask Up when heading out! Our office will be closed starting today through Monday, September 7 and will reopen on Tuesday, September 8. Stay safe!

Attention Musicians! Perform With Us at Drive-Thru Eats!

Calling all local musicians! 🎼🎸🎻🎶 As part of our Drive-Thru Eats series we will be featuring entertainment for families to enjoy while they wait in their car to get their Fair Food Fix! We are currently looking for local musicians and bands to VOLUNTEER their time to perform at our Drive-Thru Eats, which runs October … Continue reading “Attention Musicians! Perform With Us at Drive-Thru Eats!”

Calling all local musicians! 🎼🎸🎻🎶

As part of our Drive-Thru Eats series we will be featuring entertainment for families to enjoy while they wait in their car to get their Fair Food Fix! We are currently looking for local musicians and bands to VOLUNTEER their time to perform at our Drive-Thru Eats, which runs October 9-18. If you are interested in performing please contact Linda Hulet by email at lhulet@fresnofair.com or phone at (559) 650-3213 before Thursday, September 10.

Join Us at the Starting Gate for the Kentucky Derby This Weekend | 9/5

Join us at The Starting Gate for two of the biggest races of the year! Head down to our newly located Satellite Wager facility on the first floor of the Brian I. Tatarian Grandstand on Friday, September 4 for the Kentucky Oaks races and Saturday, September 5 for the Kentucky Derby! Gates open at 7:30 … Continue reading “Join Us at the Starting Gate for the Kentucky Derby This Weekend | 9/5”

Join us at The Starting Gate for two of the biggest races of the year! Head down to our newly located Satellite Wager facility on the first floor of the Brian I. Tatarian Grandstand on Friday, September 4 for the Kentucky Oaks races and Saturday, September 5 for the Kentucky Derby! Gates open at 7:30 a.m. each day.

 

  • Price is $5 for entry.
  • Reservations are required; reservations must be made in person and paid for at the time they are made.
  • 115 person capacity; 1 guest per table ONLY!
  • If all tables are reserved, you can still place your bets then leave.
  • Food trucks will be available on site to offer food and beverage.
  • All patrons must follow health and safety guidelines or risk ejection.

 

To see our COVID-19 guidelines, click here. For daily racing forms and all other horse racing inquiries, please contact Ruben Gastelo at (559) 994-3105 or (559) 916-7964.