The Big Fresno Fair

WFA’s Fairgrounds Appreciation Month – Entertainers

We love our entertainers that roam the Fairgrounds during the annual Big Fresno Fair. They are the ones who bring smiles to the faces of Fairgoers with their jokes, magic tricks, balloon animals and so much more. Beyond the characters they play while roaming our grounds are real people, some with families who have had … Continue reading “WFA’s Fairgrounds Appreciation Month – Entertainers”

We love our entertainers that roam the Fairgrounds during the annual Big Fresno Fair. They are the ones who bring smiles to the faces of Fairgoers with their jokes, magic tricks, balloon animals and so much more. Beyond the characters they play while roaming our grounds are real people, some with families who have had their sources of income completely cut off with the cancellation of fairs and events throughout the US.

As a family of fairs, our hearts go out to our beloved entertainers. And we hold onto the hope that this October, they will return to our Fairgrounds spreading smiles, laughter and joy to our Fairgoers – just as they have always done!

Throwback Thursday Concert Spotlight – Ramon Ayala!

Today’s Throwback Thursday concert spotlight features the one and only Ramon Ayala! The Norteño musician performed at The Big Fresno Fair in 2007 and 2013. Did you get to see this legend’s performances? Share a picture from the concert(s) or your favorite Ramon Ayala song! Check out this year’s Table Mountain Concert Series line-up … Continue reading “Throwback Thursday Concert Spotlight – Ramon Ayala!”

Check out this year’s Table Mountain Concert Series line-up presented by Coors Light and Toyota 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!

Fairgrounds Appreciation Month – Food Drives

Giving back to our community is a core focus of The Big Fresno Fair, but we aren’t alone. Hundreds of fairs throughout California and the nation find ways to give back and one of them is through hosting food drives to help feed their communities. At The Big Fresno Fair, we have hosted food … Continue reading “Fairgrounds Appreciation Month – Food Drives”

At The Big Fresno Fair, we have hosted food drives for the last 11 years! During that time, we together with our community have collected nearly 2 million pounds of food! That food has produced more than 1.5 million meals to help feed those in need.🥫🌆🎡

Imagine that multiplied by all the fairs in their own community. That is a lot of need impacted by fairs and fairgrounds. For that, and more, we are grateful for all our fairs throughout the state and nation!

Fairgrounds Appreciation Month – Livestock

Fairs were built on the foundation of agriculture and livestock. Now, 136 years later, the livestock exhibit is one of the biggest aspects of the annual Big Fresno Fair, and at year round community events. Our Fair, and others throughout California and the nation provide a platform for our 4-H and FFA youth to connect … Continue reading “Fairgrounds Appreciation Month – Livestock”

Fairs were built on the foundation of agriculture and livestock. Now, 136 years later, the livestock exhibit is one of the biggest aspects of the annual Big Fresno Fair, and at year round community events. Our Fair, and others throughout California and the nation provide a platform for our 4-H and FFA youth to connect with one another, share their agricultural knowledge with the community, develop their marketing and public speaking skills and just continue to grow as leaders in our communities.

Fairs also serve as connection point between agriculture and our urban populations – telling the story of our food supply, providing education on the variety and characteristics of livestock, how to properly care for them and more. Many kids will see their first cow or pig at their local fair.

For this and so much more we are grateful for fairs throughout the state, nation and world. We hope you are too. Join us and show your appreciation for the incredible way fairs and fairgrounds serve their communities.

Fair Food Feature – Pepe’s Mariscos

One weekend down, another to go! Don’t miss this week’s “Fair Food Feature” at the Fresno Fairgrounds on Friday, May 8 through Sunday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Carnival Lot (Gate 6) off of Kings Canyon Rd. This weekend on the menu from Pepe’s Mariscos is: $12…Shrimp Cocktail $11…Shrimp … Continue reading “Fair Food Feature – Pepe’s Mariscos”

$12…Shrimp Cocktail

$11…Shrimp Ceviche & Chips

$10…Taco Trio Asada or Chicken

$10…Asada or Chicken Burrito (w/ rice & beans)

$11…Nacho Supreme (meat, tomato, onion, cilantro & sour cream)

Cash or card will be accepted, but cash helps the lines go faster! Our “Fair Food Feature” event series is drive-thru, pick-up only. Just enter through the Carnival Lot (gate 6) off of Kings Canyon Rd. Questions? Call our Fair Office at (559) 650-3247 or visit our website here.

Honoring Ardie Der Manouel

The Big Fresno Fair family is saddened by the passing of long-time board member, Ardie Der Manouel. Ardie served on the Board of Directors at the Fair from 1992 – 2011, making him the longest serving Director in the history of the 21st District Agricultural Association. He was an advocate for the Fair’s horse racing … Continue reading “Honoring Ardie Der Manouel”

California Chrome at Harris Farms

The Big Fresno Fair family is saddened by the passing of long-time board member, Ardie Der Manouel. Ardie served on the Board of Directors at the Fair from 1992 – 2011, making him the longest serving Director in the history of the 21^st District Agricultural Association. He was an advocate for the Fair’s horse racing program where he tirelessly traveled throughout the state meeting with owners, trainers and jockeys to recruit them to Fresno and maintain the high standard of excellence of the Fair’s horse racing program.

In the ‘80s before he was a Director, Ardie worked with Brian Tatarian, who was chairman of the horse racing committee and now serves as a Friend of the Fair board member, to educate board members on horse racing and assist with growing the horse racing program. With the dedicated time and love given from Ardie, The Big Fresno Fair has grown to be a polished, professional and highly respected track, drawing in top owners, jockeys and trainers today.

Our deepest condolences go out to Ardie’s family and friends. His legacy will live on through the hearts of 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!