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Sun Maid Kennel Club “Conformation Obedience Rally” to be held February 4th and 5th!

This show is a must-see for dog lovers! Sun Maid Kennel Club is a group of dog experts that work towards the advancement of purebreds.

Antique show at the Fresno Fairgrounds February 3rd - 5th!

Serendipity Shows is bringing the best antiques from around the country to the Fresno Fairgrounds February 3rd - 5th!  The antique show has been a fixture at the Fairgrounds for more than 30 years. It is a one-of-a-kind experience, perfect for the practiced antique expert or the novice just looking to have a fun time learning the history behind these amazing trinkets. The show will be held in the Fresno Fairground’s Commerce Building. Doors will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. General admission is $6.

Central Coast Gun Show at the Fresno Fairgrounds this weekend!

The Central Coast Gun Show is coming to the Fresno Fairgrounds this Saturday and Sunday. Bringing between 250 - 300 tables of guns ranging all prices and sizes, the Central Coast Gun Show is sure to attract both expert and novice customers. Come check it out Saturday and Sunday (January 28th and 29th) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Click here for more information.

Registration now open for valley students to receive a lesson in agriculture at Farm & Nutrition Day

Local students can now register to receive valuable lessons in agriculture and nutrition. The Big Fresno Fair has teamed up with Fresno County Farm Bureau to host the 2012 Farm & Nutrition Day on March 23rd at the Fairgrounds. This event gives local 3rd graders the chance to learn about the agricultural industry, as well as healthy eating. This day is also a great opportunity to demonstrate to children the connection between the foods on their plate and the crops grown here in the Central Valley.

Don’t forget to become a Big Fair Fan Club Member and Upload Photos!

Become a Big Fair Fan Club member and upload your photos online to share all of your favorite Fair moments! 

As an added bonus, if we decide to use your photo in any of our advertising or outreach, we will give you a Season Pass to the 2012 Big Fresno Fair October 3 – 14!

If you are not a member of the Big Fair Fan Club and would like to sign-up, click here.

Big Fresno Fair Board Member Receives High Honor

The Big Fresno Fair would like to extend a BIG congratulation to Elizabeth Hudson, a Fair Board Member, for her selection as a 2012 honoree for the Common Threads Award that recognizes Valley women for their agricultural, philanthropic and community service. Her work through several community organizations and contribution toward Valley agriculture make her a prime candidate for this honor.

FREE electronic recycling event tomorrow - Saturday, January 14th!

The Big Fresno Fair will hold its first electronic waste recycling event of the year on Saturday, January 14th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 
 
The Big Fresno Fair and Electronic Recyclers once again come together in 2012 to provide a location for recycling broken or unbroken electronic waste. There is no limit on how many items you can bring to recycle, and it is FREE of charge.

Last chance to enter to win & give the BFF your feedback!

There’s less than one week left to fill out the 2011 Big Fresno Fair survey to let us know what you liked about the Fair and how we can be even bigger and better for next year! For taking the time to fill out the survey, you will be entered to win an “Ultimate Fair Pack” to the 2012 Big Fresno Fair, Oct. 3rd – 14th! That’s 4 adult admission tickets, 4 reserved seat horse racing tickets, one parking pass and four concert tickets of your choice!

Lauri King Honored with ’40 Under 40’ Class of 2011Announcement

The Big Fresno Fair Management and staff would like to congratulate Lauri King, Big Fresno Fair Deputy Manager for being selected to join the’40 Under 40’ Class of 2011 presented by Business Street Online.  This honor recognizes some of the top young business professionals who are leaders in the community and have achieved great success; all before the age of 40.

Wishing You All a Happy New Year!

The Big Fresno Fair management and staff would like to wish you all a Happy New Year! We’d like to take a moment and say thank you to all of our loyal Fair patrons who supported us this year. We wish you all a happy and healthy New Year and can’t wait to see you at the 2012 Big Fresno Fair, which runs October 3rd – 14th!