Fresno County Fruit Trail
Enjoy this trail celebrating the beauty and flavor of Fresno County agriculture. View the orchards of succulent fruit, while tempting your pallet with the wares of our locally owned fruit stands and agricultural businesses. Experience the rich agricultural heritage of our region through our farm fresh produce and old-fashioned customer service.
Start Date: 5/1/2009
End Date: 9/30/2009
Time: Daily
Location: Eastern Fresno County - Cities of Clovis, Fowler, Fresno, Kingsburg, Orange Cove, Parlier, Reedley, Sanger and Selma.
Contact Info: Fresno County Fruit Trail, www.gofruittrail.com (559) 262-4271

Respite by the River - Readings by Central Valley Authors
Enjoy this trail celebrating the beauty and flavor of Fresno County agriculture. View the orchards of succulent fruit, while tempting your pallet with the wares of our locally owned fruit stands and agricultural businesses. Experience the rich agricultural heritage of our region through our farm fresh produce and old-fashioned customer service.
Start Date: 5/21/2009
End Date: 8/6/2009
Time: 6pm - 8:30pm, 5/21, 7/16, 8/6
Location: The River Center - 11605 Old Friant Road, Fresno
Contact Info: San Joaquin River Parkway Trust - (559) 248-8480 ext 154

Music Thursdays and Farmers Market
Bring your blankets, chairs, family and friends and enjoy live music, local produce and more in the beautiful setting of Sierra Vista Mall's Community Park.
Start Date: 5/28/2009
End Date: 9/24/2009
Time: 6pm - 9pm, 5/28, 6/11, 6/25, 9/10, 9/24
Location: Sierra Vista Mall - Community Park
Contact Info: Sierra Vista Mall - (559) 299-0660

Arte Americas' Nights in the Plaza
This summer concert series runs every Friday night in June, August and September with local and international stars performing in the spectacular outdoor setting of the beautiful Arte Americas' Plaza. Food and drink available.
Start Date: 5/29/2009
End Date: 9/25/2009
Time: Gates open at 7pm, Concerts begin at 8pm, Call for ticket info (No night events in July)
Location: Arte Americas - 1630 Van Ness, Downtown Fresno
Contact Info: Arte Americas - (559) 266-2623

Comcast Movies in the Park
Join in some summertime free family friendly entertainment on Friday evenings. Festivities include music, food, bounce houses, face painting, rock wall, and other family activities before the movie starts at dusk. Please bring your own blanket or chairs for lawn seating.
Start Date: 6/5/2009
End Date: 9/5/2009
Time: Movies begin at Dusk (approx 7:30-8:00pm)
Location: Eaton Plaza - Downtown Fresno
Contact Info: City of Fresno Parks, Recreation and Community Services - (559) 621-2900

12th Annual Sanger Street Faire and Farmers Market
Farm fresh fruits and vegetables, arts and crafts, food booths, entertainment, kids' activities, car shows and more are all a part of the fun with this family friendly street faire and farmers market!
Start Date: 6/20/2009
End Date: 9/19/2009
Time: 6pm - 10pm, Saturday Evenings
Location: Downtown Sanger (7th and N Street)
Contact Info: Sanger Chamber of Commerce - (559) 875-4575

Kingsburg Summer Band Concerts Under the Stars
Slip back in time to an old-fashioned outdoor concert with the longest running community band in the U.S.(119 years), farm fresh produce, food and arts and crafts booths also available. This concert series runs every Thursday night for 6 weeks.
Start Date: 6/25/2009
End Date: 7/30/2009
Time: Thursday Eveinings - Market opens at 4pm, Concert: 8pm - 9:30pm
Location: Memorial Park, Kingsburg
Contact Info: Kingsburg Chamber of Commerce - (559) 897-1111

Festival of the American Spirit Fireworks Show
Celebrate the nation's independence and enjoy the charm of this rural city. Family fun, vendors, food. kids' activities, entertainment, and fireworks!
Start Date: 7/3/2009
End Date: 7/3/2009
Time: Gates open at 6pm; fireworks at 9pm
Location: Kerman High School Stadium
Contact Info: Kerman Chamber of Commerce - (559) 846-6343

Community Independence Day Celebration
Food, Family Fun and Fireworks make this a can't miss celebration. No outside food or drinks permitted.
Start Date: 7/3/2009
End Date: 7/3/2009
Time: Gates open at 6pm, Call for Admission Fee
Location: Selma High School - Staley Stadium
Contact Info: Selma Chamber of Commerce - (559 ) 891-2235

Kingsburg Independence Celebration
Enjoy an old-fashioned celebration including arts and crafts, entertainment, food, kiddie area and fireworks.
Start Date: 7/3/2009
End Date: 7/3/2009
Time: Gates open at 6pm, Call for Admission Fee
Location: Kingsburg High School
Contact Info: Kingsburg Chamber of Commerce - (559) 897-1111

Sanger 4th of July Spectacular
This annual patriotic celebration includes live entertainment, food booths, and games for the kids, with fireworks completing the family fun!
Start Date: 7/4/2009
End Date: 7/4/2009
Time: Gates open at 7pm; Call for admission fee
Location: Sanger High School Athletic Field
Contact Info: City of Sanger Parks & Recreation - (559) 876-6300

Fowler Fourth of July
Enjoy this family event featuring live entertainment, food booths, games and rides for all ages, and fireworks to celebrate the nation's birthday.
Start Date: 7/4/2009
End Date: 7/4/2009
Time: Gates open at 6pm
Location: Fowler High School Stadium
Contact Info: City of Fowler Parks and Recreation - (559) 834-5486

Coalinga's Independence Day Celebration
Entertainment, food, glow in the dark items, bounce house, and a spectacular display of fireworks at dusk mark Coalinga's celebration. Admission is free.
Start Date: 7/4/2009
End Date: 7/4/2009
Time: Gates open at 6:30pm
Location: Coalinga (Dawson & Bishop Elementary Schools)
Contact Info: Coalinga Chamber of Commerce - (559) 935-2948

Freedom Fest Fireworks
Don’t miss the premier patriotic party in the Central Valley. Freedom Fest boasts one of the largest displays of pyrotechnics on the west coast. Also enjoy food and entertainment for all ages.
Start Date: 7/4/2009
End Date: 7/4/2009
Time: Gates open at 5pm; Tickets available at the gate
Location: Buchanan High School - Clovis
Contact Info: Clovis Kiwanis

Obon Odori and Carnival
Fun for the whole family with games and food booths. The highlight of the event is the dancers of all ages performing the traditional Obon dancing accompanied by Taiko drummers. Special activities will commemorate the festival's final year at this historic downtown temple.
Start Date: 7/11/2009
End Date: 7/11/2009
Time: 3pm - 10pm
Location: Betsuin Buddhist Temple - Kern & E Street, Fresno
Contact Info: Fresno Buddhist Temple - (559) 442-4054

55th Annual High Sierra Regatta
The Regatta attracts Olympic gold medalists, national champions and sailors from all over the U.S. to race on beautiful Huntington Lake, which boasts consistent winds and beautiful scenery. The regatta spans two weekends with up to 150 boats each weekend.
Start Date: 7/11/2009
End Date: 7/19/2009
Time: All Day
Location: Huntington Lake
Contact Info: Fresno Yacht Club - www.fresnoyachtclub.org

Annual Cantaloupe Round Up Festival
This annual event includes food booths, arts and crafts, entertainment, a carnival and lots more!
Start Date: 7/23/2009
End Date: 7/26/2009
Time: Thurs. and Fri.: 6pm-11pm, Sat. & Sun. noon-11pm
Location: Firebaugh
Contact Info: City of Firebaugh - (559) 659-2043

Peach Party
This party includes peach displays, samplings, and peach specialties in the setting of the Clovis Old Town Farmers Market. The whole family can enjoy great food, fresh produce, and kids activities. Come out and have a peachy cool time!
Start Date: 7/24/2009
End Date: 7/24/2009
Time: 5:30pm - 9pm
Location: Old Town Clovis
Contact Info: Business Organization of Old Town Clovis - (559)298-5774

4th Annual Taste of the Harvest
Fresno's UC Master Gardeners invite guests to come out and enjoy a taste of the harvest. This event will include samples from the garden bounty, recipes, fall plants and seasonal produce for sale, educational activities for the kids, and delicious refreshments available for purchase.
Start Date: 8/1/2009
End Date: 8/8/2009
Time: 5pm - 7:30pm
Location: Garden of the Sun - 1944 N. Winery, Fresno
Contact Info: Garden of the Sun - (559) 456-7285

North American Pole Vault Championship
Watch the nation's best pole vaulters fly through the air. Also enjoy the certified farmers market, petting zoo, bounce house, and more. World class athletic competition and family fun - a winning combination!
Start Date: 8/7/2009
End Date: 8/7/2009
Time: 5:30pm - 9pm
Location: Old Town Clovis
Contact Info: Business Organization of Old Town Clovis - (559)298-5774

Selma Summer Concerts in the Park
Held in the beautifully restored bandstand, Selma's Lincoln Park will host a full month of Friday night concerts showcasing a variety of rhythmic styles. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy good friends and good music. Food and Dessert booths will offer delicious refreshments for sale each week.
Start Date: 8/7/2009
End Date: 8/28/2009
Time: 7pm - 9pm - 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28
Location: Lincoln Park - Selma
Contact Info: Selma Chamber of Commerce - (559 ) 891-2235

6th Annual Fig Fest
This celebration of all things fig comes to the Fresno State Campus. The event will feature gourmet food samples, fresh and dried figs, live jazz, face painting for the kids and more. Sure to be a gastronomical delight.
Start Date: 8/8/2009
End Date: 8/8/2009
Time: 9am - Noon
Location: Fresno State - Satellite Student Union
Contact Info: California Fig Advisory Board - www.californiafigs.com

Toro Nagashi - Floating Lantern Ceremony
In honor of loved ones who have passed away, this beautiful ceremony features a performance by Heiwa Taiko Drummers, and dedication, lighting, and launching of hundreds of lantern-lit boats.
Start Date: 8/8/2009
End Date: 8/8/2009
Time: Ceremony begins just before dusk(approximately 7pm)
Location: Shinzen Japanese Garden, Woodward Park - Fresno
Contact Info: Shinzen Garden Committee - (559)297-1041

12th Annual Jamaica My Weekend - Caribbean Music Celebration
It’s time once again to kick off your shoes, relax on the lawn and listen to world class Reggae and Caribbean music under the stars! This wonderful, family friendly community celebration features Jamaican food specialties, crafts, children's activities, and a beverage oasis for the adults!
Start Date: 8/9/2009
End Date: 8/9/2009
Time: 5pm - 10pm; Call for ticket info
Location: St Therese Church - Maroa and Floradora, Fresno
Contact Info: Tower District Marketing - (559) 497-8362

Shaver Lake 18th Annual Logger's Jamboree
Escape the heat and head for the hills to enjoy this old fashioned family friendly offering. Competitor events include such favorites as the axe throw, hot saw, bucking, and many more. Attendees will also enjoy food booths, crafts, entertainment and a climbing wall for the kids.
Start Date: 8/9/2009
End Date: 8/9/2009
Time: Gates open at 10:30am; Events start at Noon
Location: Shaver Lake Community Center
Contact Info: Shaver Lake Chamber of Commerce - (559) 841-3350

Ice Cream Zoofari
Visit the Chaffee Zoo for this wonderful family event which features tempting chocolate sundaes, root beer floats, smoothies and almost every flavor of Producer's ice cream. This fun-filled evening includes entertainment and all you can eat ice cream!
Start Date: 8/15/2009
End Date: 8/15/2009
Time: 6pm - 9pm, Call for ticket info
Location: Chaffee Zoo, Roeding Park - Fresno
Contact Info: Fresno Chaffee Zoo Marketing - (559) 498-5921

6th Annual Shaver Lake Wine Tour
Visit various Shaver Lake merchants to enjoy outstanding wine from California vintners.
Start Date: 8/22/2009
End Date: 8/22/2009
Time: Wine Tour: 1pm-5pm, Call for ticket information
Location: Shaver Lake Village
Contact Info: Shaver Lake Chamber of Commerce - (559) 841-3350

Fresno Greek Fest
Fresno's most anticipated cultural extravaganza is back! The largest all handmade Greek Food Festival in the U.S. Come out for the delicious Greek food and also enjoy Greek wine and olive oil tasting, homemade pastries, Greek coffee, live Bouzouki music, dancing, entertainment, and an international bazaar.
Start Date: 8/28/2009
End Date: 8/30/2009
Time: Friday: Merchants Lunch 11am-2pm; Friday: Night at the Plaza 5pm-11pm, Saturday: Mediterranean Night 5pm-12am, Sunday: Family Lunch 11am-2pm
Location: St. George Greek Orthodox Church - 1st and Clinton, Fresno
Contact Info: St. George Greek Orthodox Church - (559) 233-0397 OR www.fresnogreekfest.com

13th Annual Musick Mountain Blues Fest
Escape the heat and head up to beautiful Shaver Lake for an afternoon of the Blues. This annual tradition presented by the Rotary Club of Auberry Intermountain is a cool day of family fun. No ice chests or pets allowed.
Start Date: 8/29/2009
End Date: 8/29/2009
Time: Gates open at 11am, Call for ticket info
Location: Shaver Lake Event Field
Contact Info: Auberry Rotary Blues Festival - (559) 82BLUES, www.musickmountainblues.org

Reedley Taste of the Town
Come out with friends for a relaxing evening of delicious food, fantastic wines and desserts from Reedley’s fine restaurants. Enjoy the sounds of live jazz well into the evening!
Start Date: 9/3/2009
End Date: 9/3/2009
Time: 6:30pm - 9pm, Tickets available at the door
Location: Downtown Reedley
Contact Info: Reedley Downtown Association - (559) 638-5484

65th Annual Kerman Harvest Festival and Parade
This rural community festival includes food booths, crafts, kids' pavilion, a carnival, entertainment, and evening dances. Saturday - the Harvest Parade tradition continues.
Start Date: 9/10/2009
End Date: 9/13/2009
Time: Thursday & Friday: 5pm - 11pm, Saturday & Sunday: Noon - 11pm, Parade is Saturday at 10am
Location: Kerckhoff Park - Kerman
Contact Info: Kerman Chamber of Commerce - (559) 846-6343

Fiestas Patrias
A family friendly event celebrating Mexico's independence from Spain. Live music and dance performances, as well as great food will be featured at this weekend outdoor street fair at the historic Fulton Mall.
Start Date: 9/11/2009
End Date: 9/13/2009
Time: 11am - 7pm
Location: Fulton Mall - Downtown Fresno
Contact Info: Fresno Downtown Association - (559) 490-9966

El Grito de Dolores
The Cry of Glory, a ceremony to honor Mexican Independence
Start Date: 9/15/2009
End Date: 9/15/2009
Time: 7pm
Location: Fulton Mall - Downtown Fresno
Contact Info: Fresno Downtown Association - (559) 490-9966

20th Annual Fresno Reel Pride Film Festival
One of the largest gay and lesbian film festivals in the U.S. A celebration of independent cinema and a premiere cultural event.
Start Date: 9/16/2009
End Date: 9/20/2009
Time: Film times vary
Location: Tower Theatre - Olive and Wishon Ave, Fresno
Contact Info: Reel Pride - (559) 488-6562

32nd Annual Fresno Highland Gathering and Games
Enter a Scottish village of days past complete with pipers, drummers, singers, dancers, storytellers, sheep dogs, and athletes. Enjoy hearty Scottish food, bagpipes, age-old athletic competition, and a stroll through the bustling Celtic marketplace.
Start Date: 9/19/2009
End Date: 9/19/2009
Time: Gates open at 8am, Opening Ceremony - Noon, Tickets available at the gate
Location: Roeding Park - Fresno
Contact Info: Scottish Society of Central California - www.scottishsociety.org

Crayfish and Jazz Festival
Crayfish is a beloved Swedish delicacy and this celebration complements the Swedish Heritage of the Community. Kingsburg’s Crayfish and Jazz Festival will satisfy the Swedish palate offering traditional recipes and new culinary creations that compliment the honored seafood. Event includes a Crayfish Chowder cook-off, Crayfish eating contests and Crayfish races. The evening is complete with live jazz performed in the downtown Swedish Village of Kingsburg. Treat yourself to a Swedish tradition.
Start Date: 9/19/2009
End Date: 9/19/2009
Time: 5pm - 10pm
Location: Swedish Village - Kingsburg
Contact Info: Kingsburg Chamber of Commerce - (559) 897-1111

Tamejavi Festival and Fresno Art Museum Family Day
This festival recognizes the traditions, struggles, and contributions of Central Valley immigrants. This cultural exchange consisted of artistic performances that celebrating cultures and provided knowledge regarding the many communities that live side by side in California's Central Valley. The Fresno Art Museum is also offering Family Day featuring activities for the kids.
Start Date: 9/19/2009
End Date: 9/19/2009
Time: 11am - 4pm
Location: Fresno Art Museum - 2233 N. First St, Fresno
Contact Info: Fresno Art Museum - (559) 441-4221

34th Annual ClovisFest
This old fashioned street fair includes over 250 craft artisans, auto display, multi-cultural food, live entertainment and a family carnival and game booths. This premier event begins each morning with a sky full of hot air balloons.
Start Date: 9/19/2009
End Date: 9/20/2009
Time: 8am - 5pm
Location: Clovis Rodeo Grounds and Old Town Clovis
Contact Info: Clovis Chamber of Commerce - (559) 299-7363

Caruthers District Fair, An American Classic
Come visit California's largest free gate fair - celebrating this year's theme "A Snapsho of America." Enjoy the exhibits, great food and nightly entertainment. From the carnival to the livestock - this community celebration has it all! Make sure to buy a raffle ticket and try your luck for the grand prize!
Start Date: 9/30/2009
End Date: 10/3/2009
Time: 1pm - 10pm
Location: Caruthers Fairgrounds - 13595 S. Raider Ave
Contact Info: Caruthers District Fair - (559) 864-3768