The Big Fresno Fair

Happy National Teachers’ Day!

We can all agree this school year has been a bumpy ride but be sure to take the time today to tell your teachers thank you! Happy National Teachers’ Day to all the teachers, that we truly miss seeing, that make up our Fresno County education system and beyond! Look ahead to the return … Continue reading “Happy National Teachers’ Day!”

Look ahead to the return of school and fieldtrips! Sign up for The Big Fresno Fair’s Education Program, allowing kindergarten through eighth grade students, in public, private, charter or home school classes to visit the Fair for FREE and learn in an educational, hands-on setting that touts curriculum aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Be sure to take advantage of this great educational opportunity! For 2020 dates and more information, click here. [http://bit.ly/BFFfaired]

Let’s all do our part to keep social distancing NOW and follow good healthy habits so we can curb this virus and see you all at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!

WFA’s Fairgrounds Appreciation Month – Community Gatherings

It’s Fairgrounds Appreciation Month – and all week long we’re here to celebrate all that our Fairgrounds have to offer! Not only is the Fresno Fairgrounds home to the largest annual event in the Central Valley, but it also hosts more than 250 events year round such as the Home and Garden Shows, Hmong New … Continue reading “WFA’s Fairgrounds Appreciation Month – Community Gatherings”

It’s Fairgrounds Appreciation Month – and all week long we’re here to celebrate all that our Fairgrounds have to offer! Not only is the Fresno Fairgrounds home to the largest annual event in the Central Valley, but it also hosts more than 250 events year round such as the Home and Garden Shows, Hmong New Year, Quinceneras, birthday parties and so much more! We’re hopeful that we get to see you all on our Fairgrounds in October to create more memories to last a lifetime.

Throwback Thursday Concert Spotlight – Ziggy Marley!

Throwback to 2007 when reggae singer and songwriter Ziggy Marley took over the Paul Paul Theater at The Big Fresno Fair’s Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Coors Light & Toyota! Have pictures hidden in the archives somewhere? Share with us your photos or your favorite Ziggy Marley song! Check out this year’s Table … Continue reading “Throwback Thursday Concert Spotlight – Ziggy Marley!”

Check out this year’s Table Mountain Concert Series line-up here and let’s continue to do our part by social distancing NOW and follow good healthy habits so we can see you at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!

The New “Fair Food Feature” at the Fresno Fairgrounds is This Weekend! | 5/1 – 5/3

Need something to do this weekend? Join us at the Fresno Fairgrounds tomorrow, 5/1 through Sun, 5/3, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. as we kick-off the new “Fair Food Features!” Every weekend in May starting this weekend we’ll be featuring different local Fair food vendors at our drive-thru food event so you can get your … Continue reading “The New “Fair Food Feature” at the Fresno Fairgrounds is This Weekend! | 5/1 – 5/3″

Up first we have Lawson Concessions – Colossal Dog! Check out their menu for this weekend:

Small Corn Dog…………….$5

Jumbo Corn Dog…………..$7

Small Flamin’ Corn Dog…..$7

Jumbo Flamin’ Corn Dog…$9

Curly Fry……………………….$8

Chili N Cheese Curly……….$10

Flamin’ Curly…………………..$12

Bacon Curly……………………$15

Add Chili or Cheese…………$1

Bottle Water…………………..$1

Family Pack (4 small corn dogs & curly fries)…$25

Our “Fair Food Features” is a drive-thru, pick-up only event. Just enter through the Carnival Lot (Gate 6) off of Kings Canyon Rd. Questions? Call our Fair Office at (559) 650-3247.

Its National Raisin Day!

Happy National Raisin Day! Did you know that on approximately 200,000 acres, the 2,000 California Raisin growers produce 100% of the U.S. raisins in an area within a 60 mile radius of Fresno? Be sure to take a look around the Wells Fargo Agriculture Building to check out the amazing grape and raisin displays, … Continue reading “Its National Raisin Day!”

Happy National Raisin Day! Did you know that on approximately 200,000 acres, the 2,000 California Raisin growers produce 100% of the U.S. raisins in an area within a 60 mile radius of Fresno?

Be sure to take a look around the Wells Fargo Agriculture Building to check out the amazing grape and raisin displays, along with other produce grown right in our backyard at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!

Let’s all do our part to keep social distancing NOW and follow good healthy habits so we can curb this virus and see you all at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!

Throwback Thursday – The Offspring

It was pretty fly when The Offspring performed at the 2016 Big Fresno Fair! Band Fact: Did you know the band’s original name was Manic Subsidal? Share with us your favorite songs by The Offspring or pics from their concert at the Fair! Check out this year’s Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Coors … Continue reading “Throwback Thursday – The Offspring”

Check out this year’s Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Coors Light and Toyota line-up here and let’s continue to do our part by social distancing NOW and follow good healthy habits so we can see you at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!

Happy National Sibling Day!

There’s just something special about having a sibling. Happy National Sibling Day! What better way to create memories with your sibling than attending The Big Fresno Fair this October! Tag your sibling to tell them how much you appreciate them! For now, let’s just give our siblings an air hug (because you know…social distancing). … Continue reading “Happy National Sibling Day!”

For now, let’s just give our siblings an air hug (because you know…social distancing). Let’s continue to follow good healthy habits so we can curb this virus and see you all at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!

Perfect Your Recipes to Enter into the Fair!

As we are all “sheltering in place” use this time at home to perfect those blue-ribbon worthy recipes to then enter into the 2020 Big Fresno Fair! Our mouths are watering just thinking about all those cookies, pies, breads, jam and more! The 2020 Competitive Exhibits Handbook will be posted online in May. Until … Continue reading “Perfect Your Recipes to Enter into the Fair!”

The 2020 Competitive Exhibits Handbook will be posted online in May. Until then, happy baking!🍰💗🥧

Follow us on Social!

Show The Big Fresno Fair your love and follow us on social media! Keep up with all Fair updates and information by following The Big Fresno Fair on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat! You can also read our “What’s New” blog section on our website for all up to date information here. Facebook Twitter Instagram … Continue reading “Follow us on Social!”

Cheers to National Beer Day!

Facetime your buddy (social distancing in full effect) and cheers because it’s National Beer Day! Fun Beer Fact: Cenosillicaphobia is the fear of an empty beer glass. Make sure your glass is always filled at the 4th Annual Brew Fest on Saturday, October 10 at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair! For more details, click here! … Continue reading “Cheers to National Beer Day!”

Facetime your buddy (social distancing in full effect) and cheers because it’s National Beer Day! Fun Beer Fact: Cenosillicaphobia is the fear of an empty beer glass. Make sure your glass is always filled at the 4^th Annual Brew Fest on Saturday, October 10 at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair! For more details, click here!

Let’s all do our part to keep social distancing NOW and follow good healthy habits so we can curb this virus and see you all at the 2020 Big Fresno Fair!