Events in Fresno County today

The Bass Lake Powerhouse Double Century is on the horizon. Registration will open ahead of the event, giving participants time to plan and get ready. Keep an eye out for sign-up details to secure a spot when registration becomes available.

Take part in a free community Run Club that welcomes all fitness levels. Choose to run or walk at your own pace while connecting with others, getting outside, and having fun in a friendly, low-pressure atmosphere. There is no cost to participate, and participants are welcome to come solo or with a friend.

Get on the track for BMX practice at Woodward Park BMX Race Track in Fresno, CA. These recurring sessions welcome first-time riders and those looking to refine their skills, and participants of all ages are invited to take part. The cost is $6 per rider. Vendors are not being accepted for this activity, so please disregard any solicitation requests and rely only on updates from the event organizers. For questions, call (559) 621-7529.

This in-demand workshop is priced at $15 per person, with payment collected at the door. It is the most requested session.

Explore practical, research-based techniques for improving the ground beneath your plants at this free class at Clovis Botanical Garden. Led by Master Gardener Tim, the session centers on the USDA program "Unlock the Secrets in the Soil", outlining its four fundamentals and highlighting recent findings. Learn how to work with natural soil biology to boost productivity and bring greater beauty to your home garden.

This bi-weekly jazz jam at Tap & Cellar features hosts Trio Expression guiding an open session of live improvisation. Admission is free, and the event welcomes musicians of all skill levels to sit in. Enjoy food and drinks from Tap & Cellar while the house trio anchors the music and guest players rotate through the mic.

Settle into a quiet, one-on-one Soul Medicine conversation with Mario Sousa and take time to pause, be heard, and consider your next step. These private 30-minute sessions take place at The Vibe Tribe Center in Clovis and offer supportive space for anyone navigating change, feeling stretched in many directions, or simply looking for a thoughtful listener. Each session is $45, with only four appointments available on each date, and advance reservation is required. When booking, you can select a specific appointment time.

After a strong debut, The Big Fresno Fair revives its popular rodeo with official PRCA sanctioning. This upgrade brings a two-night pro competition featuring top talent, bigger purses, and national attention. Produced with PRCA stock contractor Wes Ibrahimi of All IN PRO Rodeos LLC, the arena lineup includes bull riding, bronc riding, bareback riding, barrel racing, team roping, and more. Celebrating the Valley’s agricultural and ranching roots, it delivers an authentic Western experience and highlights one of the fastest growing sports in the country. General admission seating is on the second floor of the Grandstand and is priced at $15 for adults and $7 for children ages 3 to 12. Children 2 and under are free and must sit on a parent’s lap. Fair admission is sold separately. The first floor of the Grandstand will not be open for viewing during the rodeo. Presented by Table Mountain Casino and Coors Banquet.

The grand opening of Yo’Ville Farmers Market introduces a certified market serving West Fresno. The event offers seasonal produce from local growers, a variety of neighborhood vendors, live music, and flavorful food in a setting focused on community, local culture, and connection. Hands-on farm and garden activities are available for all ages. The market accepts EBT and WIC to broaden access to fresh, healthy choices. Aligned with Fresno Metropolitan Ministries’ commitment to learning, connecting, and engaging for healthier people and places, it celebrates the abundance, diversity, and strength of West Fresno’s local food.

BMX racing is in full swing at Woodward Park BMX Race Track in Fresno, with a weekly event open to all ages. Same day, on-site registration is available. Entry is $8 for Striders and $12 for Riders. For questions, call (559) 621-7529. Vendors are not needed for this event, so ignore solicitations and rely on official updates from the organizer.

Settle in for a big-screen showing of Scary Movie 2. Doors will open before the film begins, and admission is $5, cash only.

Brit Floyd leads the bill at William Saroyan Theater. This ticketed show features the headliner, with performers subject to change. All sales are final and tickets cannot be exchanged. Multiple presale opportunities, including artist and VIP package options, are planned before the general public on-sale.

Jay Rin and Jimmy Becker take the Yosemite Stage at The Big Fresno Fair in Fresno, CA.

R&B and soul legends Tower of Power and WAR come together for a high-energy show as part of the Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial and Toyota at The Big Fresno Fair. With decades of hits, tight horns, and feel-good grooves, this concert brings funk and soul to the forefront. Tickets start at $25. Since 1968, Tower of Power has shaped the Oakland soul sound with a bold mix of funk and soul. Their Warner Bros. breakthrough Bump City introduced enduring favorites such as You’re Still a Young Man, So Very Hard to Go, and What Is Hip?, and their horn section and live intensity have become a hallmark. The band has toured worldwide and shared stages with artists including Elton John, Santana, and Aerosmith. Formed in 1969, WAR is a multicultural group that fuses funk, soul, rock, Latin, and jazz in service of brotherhood and harmony. Discovered by producer Jerry Goldstein and joined early on by Eric Burdon of The Animals, the band used message-driven songs to address racism, hunger, and violence while promoting unity and hope. Their spirit and grooves remain as relevant and electrifying today. Please note the Clear Bag Policy. Bags must be transparent and no larger than 12 by 6 by 12 inches. Non-clear clutches or fanny packs are permitted if they do not exceed 4.5 by 6.5 by 2 inches. Diaper bags and medical bags are allowed and will be inspected before entry. For ticket security, only purchases made through the Big Fresno Fair website, eTix, or the box office are guaranteed valid, and third-party sales are discouraged.

Embrace the season’s cozy feel with Hazel, a quilt of scrappy stars created from a thoughtfully limited palette. Pamela leads a two-day, hands-on workshop focused on the Hazel Quilt from Gathered by Jen Kingwell. Participants will use acrylic templates to cut and piece the distinctive shapes that build Hazel’s star blocks, gaining practical techniques for template work and tips for accurate, beautifully assembled results. Whether you are new to acrylic templates or drawn to Jen Kingwell’s designs, this session offers time to grow your skills, make progress on your Hazel project, and spend two days stitching with guidance from Pamela.

Presented by the River Park Farmers Market, Happiest Plate on Earth: Spooktacular is a Disney-themed Halloween food festival that brings park-inspired treats to Fresno. Local vendors offer an assortment of Halloween delights that honor the magic of Disney, blending nostalgia with seasonal flavors for a memorable culinary experience. The celebration takes place at River Park Shopping Center in Fresno, CA and welcomes Disney fans, Halloween enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys inventive seasonal treats.

Experience a welcoming yoga class at Coalinga’s Gold Star Wellness Center that nurtures body, mind, and spirit through safe, accessible movement. Everyone is welcome, whether trying yoga for the first time or returning with years of practice. Sessions draw from a range of styles, including Chair and Gentle Yoga, Yoga Flow, Yin and Restorative options, along with specialty wellness offerings that foster balance, flexibility, strength, stress relief, and overall well-being. Instruction focuses on improving flexibility, balance, and posture, building gentle strength and joint stability, supporting relaxation and stress reduction, enhancing breath awareness and mindfulness, and encouraging confident, safe movement. Chairs, straps, blocks, and soft balls are used to adapt poses for comfort and accessibility. Each class includes time for gentle movement, mindful breathing, and relaxation so participants leave feeling refreshed, grounded, and supported. The emphasis is not on perfection. It is on feeling better, moving with confidence, and being part of a caring community that values wellness and self-care.

A group PEV ride travels from Old Town Clovis toward Riverpark with two meetup options. Riders can gather near the Clovis Rodeo Statue or start from Ampersand Ice Cream at Willow and Shepherd. The route follows the Old Town Trail north to Willow and Shepherd for a short break, then continues west to Riverpark on the Sugarpine Trail along Shepherd Avenue. Typical cruising speed is around 25 mph. Expect about 15 miles round trip if beginning at the first meet spot, or about 9 miles if starting from the second. If your PEV has limited range, beginning at Ampersand is recommended.

Spend the day cropping in good company. The cost is $15 for the day or $50 for a monthly pass. There is no need to pay in advance, but please send a message ahead of time so a seat can be reserved. Lunch is not included, so bring your own meal or pick up takeout from the taco shack.

At Woodward Legacy Disc Golf Course, this event offers a friendly doubles round with partners assigned at random. The entry fee is $5, with an optional $5 ace pot. Signups take place shortly before play begins, and participants check in through UDisc. Plans are subject to change, including location or start details, so confirming the latest information is recommended.

JazzFresno, the Fresno County Public Library, KFSR 90.7 FM, and the Woodward Park Friends of the Library present a free, in-person Jazz at the Library program at the Woodward Park branch of the Fresno County Public Library featuring vocalist and composer Chiara Izzi with Kai Lyons in an intimate duo. Drawing on Italian heritage, a deep affinity for Brazilian music, and the perspective of her New York home, Izzi blends classic traditions with a modern sensibility. The set brings fresh interpretations of Italian and American jazz standards from the 1930s onward, uncovers lesser-known pieces that illuminate the musical bond between Italy and the United States, and includes originals shaped by New York’s vitality. Italian-born and based in New York, Izzi performs in Italian, Portuguese, and English, earned first prize at the Montreux Jazz Festival Vocal Competition from a jury led by Quincy Jones, later returned to open for Paco de Lucía, and won an Independent Music Award for Best Jazz Song with Vocals for Circles of the Mind. She has collaborated with Kevin Hays, Chris Potter, Grégoire Maret, Omer Avital, and Nilson Matta, appeared on renowned stages including The Kennedy Center and the Montreux, Aspen, and Sarasota jazz festivals, and released three albums, among them Across the Sea with pianist Kevin Hays, earning recognition from outlets such as DownBeat and JazzTimes. The program highlights her storytelling, versatility, and commitment to cross-cultural conversation. Support for JazzFresno is provided in part by the City of Fresno Measure P Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Fund.

Alt-reggae group Iration brings its blend of reggae, rock, pop, and soul to The Big Fresno Fair as part of the Table Mountain Concert Series, with support from Modelo USA and Toyota. This marks the band’s first appearance at the fair, and tickets start at $30. Originating in Isla Vista, California, Iration has spent nearly two decades crafting an uplifting sound that has earned more than a billion streams, several No. 1 placements on the Billboard Reggae chart, and RIAA Gold certifications for songs such as Time Bomb and Falling. Recent releases like Roots with Maoli and Say Goodnight with Little Stranger point to a new chapter, and the band is known for transforming each show into a slice of paradise. A clear bag policy is in effect. Bags must be transparent and no larger than 12 by 6 by 12 inches. Small non-clear clutches or fanny packs are allowed if they do not exceed 4.5 by 6.5 by 2 inches. Diaper bags and medical bags are permitted and will be inspected before entry. For ticket security, The Big Fresno Fair confirms validity only for tickets purchased through its official website, its ticketing partner eTix, or the box office, and it does not guarantee tickets bought from third parties.

BMX racing is in full swing at Woodward Park BMX Race Track in Fresno. This weekly event welcomes participants of all ages, with day of registration available on site. Entry fees are $8 for Striders and $12 for Riders. For questions, call 559-621-7529. This event does not require vendors, so please ignore any solicitations and rely on updates from the event organizer.

Reedley College Literary Arts presents an evening with fiction writer Talia Kolluri.

Bush, the GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum rock band, brings its live show to the 2026 Big Fresno Fair as part of the Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Modelo Especial and Toyota. Ticket prices begin at $45. With more than 25 million records sold, 1.1 billion streams, and 28 straight Top 40 singles that include eight number ones, the London-formed group continues to shape modern rock. The set is poised to feature landmark tracks like Glycerine, Machinehead, and Comedown along with music from the tenth studio album, I Beat Loneliness. The album has surpassed 15 million streams and includes The Land of Milk and Honey, the group’s eighth number one at U.S. Active Rock Radio, and it has earned praise from Rolling Stone for channeling peak post grunge with a strong sense of nostalgia. This appearance marks the band’s Big Fresno Fair debut. Please note the clear bag policy. Clear bags may be up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches. Small non-clear clutches or fanny packs must be no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 by 2 inches. Diaper and medical bags are permitted and will be inspected before entry.

Diles que no me maten teams up with Phantom Fruit for a performance at Tower Theatre. The Mexico City quintet, founded in 2017 by brothers Raúl and Gerardo Ponce, builds songs from free-flowing improvisation, merging krautrock pulses with taut art rock, blues-kissed ballads, and a sense of lyrical mysticism. Their fourth release, Escrito en Agua (Writ in Water), moves toward a more focused and approachable sound while keeping their exploratory spirit at the center. Onstage, Raúl drives the drums, Gerardo handles guitar, Andrés Lupone anchors the bass, Jerónimo Elizondo-García moves between guitar and clarinet, and Jonás Derbez adds vocals and saxophone, tracing a path from the raw spark of the 2020 EP Cayó de su Gloria el Diablo and the LP Edificio to the evolving energy of La Vida de Alguien Más and its flowing follow-up, Obrigaggi. The show is open to all ages.

Returning sooner than expected after a few changes, this night blends bull riding action with lively karaoke. The Down Lo Saloon keeps drinks ice cold and the songs going, while Rebeca serves Toro Bravo tacos, quesadillas, and burritos with comforting home-style Mexican flavors. Admission is $5, and the bull is $20... watching cowboys meet the dirt remains priceless.