Big Fresno Fair's concert lineup has a little something for everybody in its first seven shows, which were announced Wednesday. The fair will kick off on Oct. 5 with a show featuring Grammy-winning country musician Dwight Yoakam, followed by rapper Ice Cube on Oct. 6, funk and soul band...
Big Fresno Fair Had Big Crowds and Food Sales, Despite Big Winds
The Big Fresno Fair roared back during its 12-day run that ended Sunday with big crowds, big livestock sales, and big efforts to keep visitors and staff safe from COVID-19. Fair officials reported Wednesday that attendance was 591,921, slightly less than the 632,590 who enjoyed the 2019 Big Fresno Fair,...
Fair Final Weekend: Pig Racing Leads the Way for Kids
As the Big Fresno Fair enters its final weekend, are there any good activities for the kids? In simple form, of course! What kid doesn't like the amusement park rides or games of chance? But, this year's post-pandemic fair has unfortunately been lacking the extracurriculars past fairs had. Earlier this...
COVID Case Cancels Midland Concert at Big Fresno Fair
Midland will not be performing Wednesday evening at the Big Fresno Fair because a member of the touring crew tested positive for COVID-19, the fair announced Wednesday morning. The positive case arose even though the band and crew are fully vaccinated, the band said in an announcement. Tickets will be...
Masks, Foggers, On-Site Vaxxing: This Won’t Be Your Usual Big Fresno Fair
Masks will be required for visitors and staff in indoor spaces at the Big Fresno Fair and recommended for visitors in outdoor spaces such as the Paul Paul Theater and Save Mart Beer & Wine Garden, fair officials announced Wednesday. But visitors who refuse to wear a mask, a flashpoint...
Big Fresno Fair Announces Five Concert Headliners. More to Come.
Heavy metal, Christian contemporary, country and western, and rap fans will want to check out the first five concerts announced Tuesday by the Big Fresno Fair. Anthrax, Young the Giant, Chris Tomlin, Midland, and Nelly and Blanco Brown will appear as part of the 2021 Table Mountain Series in the...
Everybody Needs a BFF: Big Fresno Fair is Back in Business
After a one-year, coronavirus-caused hiatus, the Big Fresno Fair will be back in business starting Oct. 6 for a 12-day run. “We are beyond excited to be able to welcome people back to the fairgrounds this October to enjoy the longstanding tradition of the Big Fresno Fair with all of...
Police Union Leader: ‘I Disagree’ With Auditor’s Findings
Fresno police auditor John Gliatta released his findings on Thursday regarding allegations of excessive force during a January 2019 gang raid arrest. The incident, including body camera footage that apparently shows an officer striking a 17-year old seven times, led to a federal lawsuit and has been cited in conversations...
Satisfy Your Cravings for Fair Food Starting Today
Have a hankering for Big Fresno Fair food like cinnamon rolls and flamin' curly fries? You can satisfy your cravings today through Monday at the "Fair Food Feature" event at the fairgrounds' carnival lot off of Kings Canyon Avenue. “As restaurants have been adjusting to provide drive-thru and curbside food...
Big Fresno Fair: Master Carver Turns Pumpkins Into Art
Russ Leno's mastery of pumpkin carving started as a way to entertain friends. "Instead of just partying all the time, we would sit down and start carving," Leno recalled. He's taking that post-retirement hobby from his home in Olympia, Washington, to various fairs across the country. Listen to this article: ...