This weekend in Visalia, CA

At Whitney's Wild Oak Ranch, the Golden State Bucking Horse Futurity is promoted as the biggest and highest paying futurity on the West Coast. Organizers encourage early trip planning for this competitive bucking horse event.

Run Club is a free community gathering for runners and walkers of all fitness levels. It welcomes both relaxed walkers and seasoned runners, encourages meeting people with similar interests, and offers a simple way to spend time outdoors and get moving. There is no pressure and no cost, just a friendly atmosphere centered on community, movement, and fun. Participants are welcome to attend with a friend or on their own.

The 46th annual Fresno Koi Show brings vibrant koi to Woodward Park, presented by CCKS in collaboration with the Shinzen Friendship Garden. Attendees can admire koi vying for top honors, visit vendors, enter raffles, and bid in a silent auction. Koi and food will be available for purchase. Admission is free and the show is open to the public.

BMX action is underway at Woodward Park BMX Race Track with practice sessions welcoming both newcomers and riders aiming to refine their skills. All ages are invited to participate. The fee is $6 per participant. Vendors are not needed for this activity, and unsolicited solicitations should be disregarded. For questions, call (559) 621-7529.

A community walk that brings people together to honor recovery, lift hope, and support the transformative work of Central Valley Teen Challenge. Participants may walk the route, raise funds, sponsor, or cheer from the sidelines, and their support helps provide housing, counseling, discipleship, vocational training, and other recovery services for men seeking freedom from addiction. Step by step, the event highlights the strength of a caring community and the belief that recovery is possible.

This one day event marks the third annual mattress fundraiser benefiting the Hoover High School Band and Color Guard. Shoppers can explore well known brands like Purple, Simmons BeautyRest, Helix and more, with prices up to 40 percent below typical retail. It takes place at Hoover High School, and proceeds go directly to the band and color guard programs. For more information, text HOOVER to 559-234-0055.

Enjoy a relaxed conversation over tea with the leadership of Arts Visalia. With Claudia away on vacation, guest director Mark Robinson, who serves on the board of Arts Consortium, will step in alongside director Tracy Polkownikow to guide an open discussion covering art opportunities, marketing, exhibiting, and related topics. A selection of hot teas will be provided, and attendees may bring their own tea or coffee if they prefer. Admission is free, and the event is intended for adults ages 18 and up.

Artist Benny Jordan leads a casual, two hour sketch class designed to strengthen drawing skills and boost confidence for adults of all experience levels. Expect clear guidance through creative prompts, plenty of practice time, and a welcoming setting to make art alongside others. All supplies are included, so there is nothing to bring. The workshop will run with at least one participant and is limited to 12 people per session. The fee is $35 per person for each session, and participation is for ages 18 and up.

Rice travels to Fresno State for an early season showdown at Valley Children’s Stadium in Fresno. With differing approaches on the field, newcomers taking on bigger responsibilities, and both sides aiming to carry momentum into league play, this matchup offers an early measure of where each program stands in 2026. Tickets are available.

Numbskull Productions and Good Medicine present The Deslondes in concert at Strummer's. This is an all ages show, and tickets are on sale.

Matthew West brings the Jesus Is King Tour to Porterville Church of the Nazarene in Porterville, California, with special guest Peter Burton. Expect new music such as Good and Jesus Is King alongside popular tracks including Don’t Stop Praying, The God Who Stays, Unashamed, Truth Be Told, and more. VIP, early entry, and general admission options are available, with a schedule that is subject to change. Tickets are on sale through the official ticketing outlet, and third party resale on TPR event pages is not permitted. Purchases from unofficial sellers are not guaranteed or supported.

The Yo’Ville Farmers Market is a certified market serving West Fresno, creating a welcoming space centered on community, culture, and connection. Visitors can find fresh, locally grown produce, meet local farmers and vendors, enjoy music, and explore tasty food options. Farm and garden activities are available for all ages. The market accepts EBT and WIC to help make nutritious food more accessible. It is part of Fresno Metropolitan Ministries’ effort to learn together, build relationships, and take action that supports healthier people and neighborhoods.

A weekly BMX race takes place at Woodward Park BMX Race Track. On-site, same-day registration is available, and all ages are welcome. Entry fees are $8 for Striders and $12 for Riders. For information, call 559-621-7529. Vendors are not needed for this event, and any solicitations should be disregarded. Please rely on official updates.

California’s largest Witches Picnic returns to Mooney Grove Park in Visalia for its fourth year, growing bigger and packed with witchy vibes. Admission is free. Expect a magical marketplace, wicked treats and elixirs, and live entertainment featuring a belly dancing troupe along with a set from DJ Lo. Create your own take-home items with hands-on crafts like brooms, wands, and more. Attendees are welcome to bring a picnic setup for their ghouls and enjoy a full day of enchantment.

Explore the essentials of relief printing in a hands-on woodcut workshop led by artist and instructor Jim Johnson. Learn how to carve a wooden block to create a raised image, then ink and print your design on paper and fabric. Each participant receives a tote bag to customize, and you may bring additional fabric items or clothing to print, with natural fibers working best. All supplies are included. If you want to work from a specific image, instructions are available after signup by email. The workshop welcomes ages 16 and up, is limited to 10 participants, and will proceed with at least one registered attendee. The cost is $65 per person per session.

Al Di Meola brings an evening of virtuosic guitar to Tower Theatre, presenting a signature mix of jazz, rock, Latin, Mediterranean, and world influences that has shaped his work for more than five decades. His compositions balance intricate rhythmic ideas with lyrical melodies and extraordinary precision, uniting technical command with clear emotional expression. A GRAMMY Award winning artist, he has received the Miles Davis Lifetime Achievement Award and the BBC Lifetime Achievement Award, earned seven Best Guitarist honors from Guitar Player Magazine, and is a multi year winner in the DownBeat Magazine Readers Poll. A VIP Meet & Greet is offered and includes access to the soundcheck for a close look at pre show preparation, with cameras permitted without flash and no video recording. After soundcheck, guests can meet Al for a brief conversation, a photo using their own camera or phone, and autographs on up to two personal items. Each guest also receives an Al Di Meola item that will be signed during this time.