Annual Festivals & Events


January
Robert Burns Supper
Sponsored by the Scottish Society of Central California. An evening of celebration featuring the poetry of Robert Burns, toasts to the Haggis, the laddies and lassies, pipers and Highland dancers. Live entertainment included. Call for ticket information.
Fresno
Info: (559) 227-1513
February
Blossom Trail Begins
Enjoy this trail created to celebrate the beauty of Fresno County agriculture. View the splendor of a variety of blossoms ? almond, plum, apricot, peach, nectarine, apple and citrus. Panoramas of orchards await you alive with fragrance and bursting with blossoms. Blossom Trail events celebrate the season including the Blossom Bike Ride and the Blossom Trail Wine & Cheese Tasting in Reedley, and the Blossom Trail 10K Run and Blossom Days Festival in Sanger.
Info: Fresno Chamber of Commerce (559) 237-0988
Chinese New Year´s Parade
2005 ? The Year of the Rooster. School groups from through Fresno march along with classic cars, Mounted Patrol and special dignitaries, and the traditional Chinese dragon. Includes, food vendors, live entertainment and children´s carnival.
Fresno Chinatown
Info: Chinatown Revitalization (559) 441-7915
Fresno Dixieland Society's Mardi Gras
Central California´s premier music festival features 3 days of non-stop jazz and special events bringing musicians and fans from all over California.
Info: Fresno Dixieland Society (559) 292-3999
Tower District Mardi Gras Parade
With each year bringing a different festive theme for the celebration, the Tower District beckons visitors to come early to find a great spot to watch the parade and then stay late and enjoy one of a kind shopping, dining, music and merriment. Cajun & Creole food specials featured all week long at Tower District eateries.
Fresno
Info: Tower District Marketing (559) 497-8362
March
Spring Blossom Festival
This annual event occurs on the weekend closest to the Equinox. Blooming cherry and crabapple trees, along with forsythia, kerria, and miniature daffodils will be at their most magnificent. The Teahouse is open for viewing, and the Fresno Bonsai Society Show will add to the beauty and culture celebrated at this event.
Shinzen Japanese Gardens, Woodward Park - Fresno
Info: City of Fresno Parks (559) 621-2900
Clovis Antiques and Collectibles Fair
The greatest little show in Central California. Dozens of dealers - thousands of items.
Old Town Clovis
Info: Business Organization of Old Town (559) 298-5774
April
Bob Mathias Fresno Relays
An annual rite of spring in the San Joaquin Valley attracting some of the world's finest athletes. This meet has had 40 world records broken or tied in its history.
Info: Fresno State Athletics (559) 278-3647
Laton Rodeo & Rodeo Days
The parade kicks off a weekend filled with festivities for the entire family. After the parade enjoy a rodeo barbecue lunch, two days of rodeo events, and a concert. Rodeo action includes seven International Professional Rodeo Association sanctioned events.
Info: Laton Lions Club (559) 923-1303
Orange Harvest Festival
A new tradition to celebrate the Orange Blossom Trail. Family friendly festivities include live entertainment, food booths, crafts, parade, classic cars, fire and law enforcement demonstrations, children's train, bounce house, and displays of sidewalk chalk art.
Orange Cove
Info: Orange Cove Chamber of Commerce (559) 626-7371
Big Hat Days
Kick off Western heritage month at the largest festival in the Central Valley (65 years and running). Wear a "big hat" to shield you from the rays as you visit over 400 food and craft booths, peruse the home and garden show, listen to live entertainment and have a ball at the street carnival.
Old Town Clovis
Info: Clovis Chamber of Commerce (559) 299-7363
Clovis Rodeo
A way of life since 1914, this annual tradition has grown to become a stop on the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association Tour. A true regional event, festivities include an opening night concert by a top country music artist, a rodeo parade complete with a queen and her court, a dance and a special "kids´ rodeo" event.
Clovis Rodeo Grounds
Info: (559) 299-5203
Vintage Days
Vintage Days is a four-day celebration which attracts over 50,000 people to the Fresno State campus. The annual spring event combines numerous social, cultural and recreational activities into a series of coordinated programs over an extended weekend. Activities include: Boomtown Carnival, Casino Night, Concerts, Crafts Faire, Kid's Day, and Special Events.
Info: Fresno State (559) 278-2741
Kingsburg Car Show
One of the largest pre-72 shows in the Valley. Featuring great food, entertainment, carnival, shopping and an old fashioned sock-hop. Come visit at dusk on Friday night and watch the procession of classic cars roll through town. The Show is free for the whole family to enjoy!
Kingsburg Swedish Village
Info: Kingsburg Chamber of Commerce (559) 897-1111
May
Fruit Trail Begins
Enjoy this trail celebrating the beauty and flavor of Fresno County Agriculture. View the orchards of succulent fruit and experience the rich agricultural heritage of the region through the farm fresh produce and old-fashioned customer service.
Info: (888) 549-4900
Cinco De Mayo Festival
Enjoy three days celebrating the culture, flavor and heritage. This festival will include a variety of live entertainment including mariachi music and traditional Mexican folklore dances, crafts and delicious food offerings.
Downtown Fresno
Info: Downtown Association (559) 490-9966
Selma Raisin Festival
Held in the "Raisin Capital of the World", this 25 year old event celebrates the raisin and agriculture industry and includes competitions in baking art floriculture, photography and poetry, as well as offering live entertainment, carnival rides, craft booths, delicious food and old-fashioned family fun!
Downtown Selma
Info: Selma Chamber of Commerce (559) 896-3315
Strawberry Jamboree
Strawberry Shortcake, ice cream, pies, and strawberry teriyaki skewers are just a few of the delicacies featured.
Sierra Vista Mall - Clovis
Info: Clovis Chamber of Commerce (559) 299-7363
Reedley Street Faire
Food, entertainment and unique gift items all in a historic downtown. Come enjoy the friendly hospitality of this magical city.
Downtown Reedley
Info: Reddley Downtown Association (559) 638-5484
Kerman Farmers Market Car & Bike Show
Enjoy a spring evening in Kerman's historic Plaza Park featuring food, vendors, farmers market and the Car & Bike Show with awards for the "People's Choice".
Info: Kerman Chamber of Commerce (559) 846-6343
Swedish Festival
Valkommen! Now entering its 40th year, Kingsburg invites guests to come and experience the rich culture of Sweden in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. This 3-day event is filled with entertainment, food and fun. Enjoy specialty shops, arts & crafts, a magnificent parade, the raising of the maypole, and traditional Swedish fare including the famed Svenska pancake.
Kingsburg Swedish Village
Info: Kingsburg Chamber of Commerce (559) 897-1111
Sudz in the City
Set in Downtown Fresno´s beautiful new baseball stadium, this is Fresno's Celebration of Microbreweries. An annual event where microbreweries and homebrewers alike come together and serve up the fruits of their hard labor. The Microbrew festival features California beers, BBQ, and live music ? attendees are guaranteed a good time!
Grizzlies Stadium - Downtown Fresno
Info: Downtown Association (559) 490-9966
Parlier Round Up
Join in this annual tradition. The parade starts at 1:00 and the fun continues all day. Festivities include a carnival, live entertainment, and delicious food.
Info: Parlier Chamber of Commerce (559) 896-3315
Greater Valley Concours d´Elegance
An annual tradition showing museum quality antique and classic automobiles, racecars and motorcycles. This years event will recognize anniversaries: 100 years of Rolls Royce and 40 years of Mustang.
Fresno State
Info: East Fresno Rotary (559) 645-8018
"E" Street Fair
Hosted by Fresno Fire Station #3, this fair includes cultural performances, music, lion dancers and plenty of great food.
Chinatown, Fresno
Info: Chinatown Revitalization (559) 441-7915
Horned Toad Derby
Nearing the 70th anniversary, this annual event is a weekend of fun for the entire family. Events include toad races, carnival rides, derby parade, craft and food vendors, fireman´s water fights, deep pit barbecue, softball tournament and loads of entertainment all paying tribute to the noble horned toad!
Info: (559) 935-2948
June
Great Taco Festival
This family event includes such contests as taco & jalapeno eating, grito yelling, tortilla tossing, and homemade and commercial taco tasting championships. Sample tacos and choose your favorite. Also enjoy Mariachi music, folklorico dancers, craft booths, and kids' activities.
Downtown Fresno
Info: City of Fresno Parks (559) 621-6600
Summer Concerts in the Park Begin
Enjoy outdoor concerts in the lovely surroundings of Woodward Park (bring your blankets and lawn chairs). A new band is featured every other week - fun for the entire family.
Woodward Park - Fresno
Info: City of Fresno Parks (559) 621-2900
July
Independence Day Celebrations
City & Community events throughout Fresno County. Check current calendar of events or call the Fresno County Office of Tourism for dates and locations.
Info: Fresno County Office of Tourism (559) 262-4271
Tomato & Salsa Fiesta
Featuring over 80 varieties of tomatoes along with salsa tasting - with voting for your favorite! A country store, plant sale, contests and kids' activities round out the delicious fun.
Garden of the Sun - Fresno
Info: UC Master Gardeners/Garden of the Sun (559) 456-4151
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.
Fresno
Info: Chinatown Revitalization (559) 441-7915
Harvest Fiesta & Carnival
Join in this 4-day alcohol free family event featuring food, sports, water fun, music, carnival and coronation of the Harvest Queen.
Mendota
Info: City of Mendota (559) 655-3291
Peach Party
This party includes peach displays, samplings, and peachy specialties. The whole family can enjoy the great food, Clovis farmers market and special kids´ activities.
Old Town Clovis
Info: Business Organization of Old Town (559) 298-5774
High Sierra Regatta
Hosted by the Fresno Yacht Club, the 2005 High Sierra Regatta will be the 52nd year of racing on beautiful Huntington Lake. The regatta spans two weekends, the first on July 9-10, and July 16-17. The High Sierra Regatta will attract Olympic gold medalists, and national champions. The consistent winds and beautiful scenery attract sailors and visitors from all over the country.
Huntington Lake
Info: Fresno Yacht Club www.fresnoyachtclub.org
Shaver Lake Wine Tour & Luau
Enjoy good food, good wine, and good friends in the naturally gorgeous community of Shaver. A unique and delicious experience.
Shaver Lake
Info: Shaver Lake Chamber of Commerce (559) 841-3350
August
North American Pole Vault Championship
Watch the nation´s best pole vaulters fly through the air on the streets of Old Town Clovis. When the family is done watching the spectacular acrobatics, enjoy a farmers market, petting zoo, bounce house and more!
Old Town Clovis
Info: Business Organization of Old Town (559) 298-5774
Cantaloupe Round Up Festival
This annual Firebaugh event includes food booths, art & crafts, entertainment, carnival games and lots more!
Firebaugh
Info: City of Firebaugh (559) 659-2043
Jamaica My Weekend
Kick off your shoes, relax on the lawn and listen to an evening of Reggae music under the stars! This fabulous community celebration features Caribbean food specialties, crafts, a bounce house for the kids, and a beverage oasis for the adults!
Tower District - Fresno
Info: Tower District Marketing (559) 497-8362
Toro Nagashi 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 250 lantern-lit boats.
Shinzen Japanese Garden, Woodward Park - Fresno
Info: City of Fresno Parks (559) 621-2900
Ice Cream Zoofari
Stop by the Chaffee Zoo for an fun-filled evening visiting the animals and all you can eat ice cream!
Chaffee Zoo, Roeding Park - Fresno
Info: Fresno Zoological Society (559) 264-5988
September
Taste of the Town
Sample local restaurant specialties or try some of their new recipes - Delicious! The event is complete with wine tasting and live music.
Downtown Reedley
Info: Reedley Downtown Association (559) 638-5484
Shaver Lake Craft Fair
Shaver Lake invites you to enjoy dozens of local artisans offering unique handcrafted artwork in this area of unrivaled natural beauty just 60 miles east of Fresno.
Shaver Lake
Info: Shaver Lake Chamber of Commerce (559) 841-3350
Firebaugh Car Show
1972 and older hot rods, classics, antiques, and custom cars and trucks are the featured attractions at this show. With your favorite oldies music to set the mood, extras include raffle prizes, great food, and a kiddy area.
Info: Firebaugh Police Activities League (559) 659-3051
Mexican Independence Day Celebration
Join us for entertainment, traditional and contemporary Mexican music, food booths, vendors, prizes, & fun!
Fulton Mall - Downtown Fresno
Info: Downtown Assocation (559) 490-9966
Musick Mountain Blues Festival
This annual event is a foothill tradition, a wonderful day of good music, good food, good friends and good fun, all in the beautiful setting of Shaver Lake. Presented by the warm and wonderful members of the Intermountain Rotary!
Shaver Lake
Info: Intermountain Rotary (559) 822-5837
Selma Mariachi Festival
Enjoy an afternoon of great music, wonderful food, and family fun!
Info: City of Selma Recreation (559) 891-2237
Kerman Harvest Festival & Parade
For over 60 years this tradition has included a harvest parade, along with a long weekend filled with carnival games, food booths, craft vendors, kids´ pavilion, live entertainment and evening dances.
Kerman
Info: Kerman Chamber of Commerce (559) 846-6343
Scottish Festival & Highland Games
An annual tradition for over 25 years, step back in time to a Scottish village with pipers, drummers, singers, dancers, storytellers, sheep dogs, and athletes. The aroma of hearty Scottish food wafts through the air, whispering the pleasures yet to be discovered. Feel the tension as kilted athletes strain their muscles in age-old competitions. Watch the seemingly weightless Highland Dancers as they perform their intricate steps. Listen to the strains of a soft Celtic ballad, or the sounds of pipe bands strolling through the Glen of the Clans. Stop and chat awhile with the Clan of your heritage as they spin historic tales of family & friends. Remember to watch the sheep dogs who are at their happiest while working. Meet legends from Scottish literature at the Living History Stage and take home a Celtic memento purchased in the busy marketplace. Let the variety of sights, sounds, and smells fill your soul with warmth, joy, and excitement for a day far, far away from your daily routines.
Coombs Ranch - Madera
Info: Scottish Society of Central California (559) 265-6507
Sanger Harvest Fest
A tradition for over 50 years, this event kicks off with Thursday night´s deep pit BBQ, and continues through the weekend offering carnival games, arts and craft, food booths, Bingo and more as a celebration of Sanger´s agricultural heritage.
Sanger
Info: Sanger Chamber of Commerce (559) 875-4575
Clovis Fest & BBQ Championship
For 30 years, the Clovisfest and Hot Air Balloon Fun Fly is held on the last full weekend in September, attracting over 70,000 visitors. Two days of free family fun in Old Town Clovis are centered around 25 booths with multi-cultural food, great live entertainment, over 200 craft artisans, carnival games and a great car display. Each day at sunrise the sky fills with colorful hot air balloons, lifting off to float across the Valley.
Old Town Clovis
Info: Clovis Chamber of Commerce (559) 299-7363
Caruthers District Fair
For over 75 years, California´s largest free gate fair has entertained and educated generations of fair goers. From agricultural and livestock exhibits, diverse food offerings, tope notch entertainment, carnival rides and midway, and the highlights the Queen Coronation and daily raffle prize drawings ? the Caruthers District Fair is Fun!
Info: Caruthers District Fair (559) 864-3768
Chinatown Jazz Concert
An annual favorite - smooth jazz under the stars.
Chinatown - Fresno
Info: Chinatown Revitalization (559) 441-7915
October
Civil War Revisited
The largest annual Civil War reenactment and living history event in the United States. Union, confederate and Civilian reenactors will bring to life a time when our country was faced with one its greatest challenges. Visitors experience living history from this riveting period.
Kearney Park - Fresno
Info: Fresno Historical Society (559) 441-0862
Moonlight & Chocolate
Join in an evening of desserts from the best local restaurants and bakers in a beautiful moonlit garden setting. Proceeds benefit the Garden of the Sun.
Garden of the Sun - Fresno
Info: UC Master Gardners/Garden of the Sun (559) 970-3384
Coalingafest
Live entertainment, classic car shows, arts & crafts, petting zoo, kids´ games, and offerings celebrating Coalinga´s garlic heritage. Delicious BBQ will be grilled up by local service clubs ? making your old-fashioned fest experience complete.
Coalinga
Info: Coalinga Chamber of Commerce (559) 935-2948
Big Fresno Fair
For over 120 years the Fresno Fair has celebrated the local agricultural heritage with exhibits showcasing the area´s rich talents and bountiful offerings. Along with the thrills of the midway, top-notch entertainment and live horse racing, fairgoers can enjoy exhibits of all kinds including agriculture, livestock, home arts, floriculture, gems & minerals, fine arts and a rainforest.
Fresno Fairgrounds
Info: Big Fresno Fair (559) 650-FAIR (3247)
Reedley Fiesta
Celebrating the unique heritage of the region with arts & crafts, entertainment, food booths, and on Friday night the coronation of the King & Queen (as selected by the residents). A wonderful parade winds its way through the charming downtown on Saturday morning ? a wonderful weekend of family fun.
Reedley
Info: Reedley Chamber of Commerce (559) 638-3548
Fowler Fall Festival
Celebrating the agricultural heritage & bountiful harvest, this hometown parade & festival features marching bands & community floats competing for top awards. After the parade, enjoy great food, music & entertainment in the park where the Festival Queen & Court will be crowned.
Fowler
Info: City of Fowler (559) 834-3113
Clovis Antiques & Collectibles Fair
The greatest little show in Central California. Dozens of dealers - thousands of items.
Old Town Clovis
Info: Business Organization of Old Town (559) 298-5774
Haunt in the Park
Storyland and Playland become haunted for Halloween fun. This year the park features 2 special attractions - the Haunted Forest & Maze and Area 52, as well as your favorite rides lit up and available all night. This spooktacular event is targeted to children 14 & under - a good scare for the entire family!
Rotary Storyland & Playland, Roeding Park - Fresno
Info: Storyland (559) 264-2235
Zoo Boo
Trick-or-treating, carnival games and fun galore!
Chaffee Zoo, Roeding Park - Fresno
Info: Fresno Zoological Society (559) 264-5988
Selma Rotary Marching Band Festival
Growing bigger and better every year this marching band extravaganza was launched in 1965. The Selma Rotary sponsors this event and plans to continue the tradition for years to come. The traditional hot air balloons will launch in the morning to signal the start of the festival and then the parade begins. Winding through downtown, the festival breaks for lunch before regrouping for the dazzling field show competition Selma High´s Staley Stadium at 1:30 p.m. In addition to marching bands, participants in the parade include community groups, dignitaries, Shriner Clowns, car clubs and a Japanese Taiko drummer band which also performs just before the start of the parade.
Selma
Info: Selma Chamber of Commerce (559) 891-2235
Renaissance Festival
The Newman Center grounds are transformed into a Renaissance style open-air market complete with a children's activity center featuring unicorns, dragons and castles. Tantalizing food offerings and artisans displaying handcrafted wares make this event a community fixture for over 30 years.
St. Paul Newman Center - Fresno
Info: Newman Center (559) 436-3434
Halloween Events
City and Community events including haunted houses, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hay rides, and safe trick or treating parties going on throughout Fresno County. Check October's calendar of events or contact Fresno County Office of Tourism for locations.
Info: Fresno County Office of Tourism (559) 262-4271
November
Shinzen Garden Cultural Fair & Fall Color Festival
Set in this lush and serene garden this faire features, art exhibits, children's activities, educational displays, floral arts, food booths, Japanese poetry, Koi exhibits, Martial Arts, Tea Ceremonies and a performance by the Clovis Heiwa Taiko Drummers.
Shinzen Japanese Garden, Woodward Park - Fresno
Info: City of Fresno Parks (559) 621-2900
Veterans Day Parade
This long-standing and historical Veterans Day tradition continues. Join in honoring our armed forces at the largest Veterans Day Parade in the U.S.
Downtown Fresno
Info: St. Giles Guild www.aycsnetwork.com
Kearney Park Renaissance Fair
Be transported to England in 1542 and take in the pomp and spectacle of a 16th century battle presided over by King Henry VIII. In addition to enjoying live stage performances and mock battles, the fair will offer a wide array of renaissance food, crafts, and other period items in the faire marketplace. The presentation of this historical era in an educational and safe environment makes it a sure bet for family entertainment.
Kearney Park
Info: (559) 227-5875
December
Fantasy of Lights at Pioneer Village
A holiday celebration of the season featuring over a mile of brilliant light displays set in the charming surroundings of Selma´s historic Pioneer Village. Proceeds benefit the restoration of Pioneer Village.
Selma Pioneer Village
Info: City of Selma Recreation (559) 896-8918
Christmas at the Met
A Central Valley tradition returns for its 23rd year, celebrating the sounds, sights, smells and tastes of the holiday season! From the glorious wreaths and trees decorated by Valley designers and artists, to the live holiday performances by local entertainers, Christmas at the Met will delight visitors tall and small.
Fresno Metropolitan Museum
Info: Fresno Metropolitan Museum (559) 441-1444
Christmas at the Meux Home Museum
The Meux Home, built in 1888, celebrates this holiday season with each room of the house decorated to reflect one of the nine decades the home was occupied by the Meux family. Enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and ambiance on a docent led tour of this beautifully restored Victorian home.
Meux Home Museum - Fresno
Info: Meux Home Museum (559) 233-8007
Julgransfest-Christmas Tree Lighting
A prelude to the holiday season, Kingsburg opens its Christmas Village Swedish Style with lovely lights and festive trappings for the trek down Draper Street singing carols and lighting the community Christmas tree. An experience right out of Dr. Seuss´ Whoville!
Kingsburg Swedish Village
Info: Kingsburg Chamber of Commerce (559) 897-1111
Santa´s Village
Christmas tree lighting, holiday boutique and the guest of honor Santa! Experience the holiday in nature's winter wonderland!
Shaver Lake
Info: Shaver Lake Chamber of Commerce (559) 841-3350
Christmas Tree Lane
Van Ness Boulevard is transformed into a magical Christmas wonderland for the 82nd annual Christmas Tree Lane. Light displays adorn trees, lawns and homes in a mile long Yuletide homage. As a fundraiser, Tree Fresno hosts two nights on the lane for walkers only.
Fig Garden - Fresno
Info: Fresno County Office of Tourism (559) 262-4271
Christmas at Kearney Mansion Museum
Step into a Victorian Christmas, and experience the Mansion dressed for the Holidays! Browse for special gifts at the Christmas store and enjoy a holiday tea, group tour or open house!
Kearney Park - Fresno
Info: Fresno Historical Society (559) 441-0862
Electrical Farm Equipment Parade
Experience the chill in the air as a unique light show honoring the Valley´s agricultural heritage parades through the heart of Reedley ? an event not to be missed!
Downtown Reedley
Info: Reedley Downtown Association (559) 638-5484
Children´s Electric Christmas Parade
Since 1988, the parade has blinked and twinkled its merry way through Old Town Clovis, featuring kids, live animals, costumed characters and brilliantly lit holiday floats. Parade participants have only one rule ? they must be decorated with lights!
Old Town Clovis
Info: Clovis Chamber of Commerce (559) 299-7273
Santa Lucia Festival
Santa Lucia Day opens with each household´s oldest daughter donning a long white gown, red sash and a crown of candles. Kingsburg´s Swedish Village celebrates this tradition with traditional Swedish breakfast offered by local restaurants, an arts & crafts festival, a gingerbread house contest, home baked goods & food offerings, and the Festival of Lights parade!
Kingsburg Swedish Village
Info: Kingsburg Chamber of Commerce (559) 897-1111
Holiday Parade
A tradition for over 75 years, the Downtown streets come alive with music, floats and holiday merriment ? celebrating the joy of the season!
Downtown Fresno
Info: City of Fresno Parks (559) 621-6720
Nation´s Christmas Tree City Toyland Parade
For the 57th year decorated floats, marching bands and community groups will vie to be the Judges Choice at this annual holiday event also featuring food, arts & crafts, and fun for the entire family!
Sanger
Info: Sanger Chamber of Commerce (559) 875-4575
Nutcracker at the Saroyan
The Fresno Philharmonic and Fresno Ballet present this holiday classic. This all new production features a magical journey to the land of sweets. A feast for the eyes and ears - a treat for the whole family!
Saroyan Theater - Downtown Fresno
Info: Fresno Philharmonic (559) 233-2623
Christmas Electric Light Parade
Enjoy a day filled with holiday festivities. Food booths, craft fair, entertainment, prize drawings, and a Christmas Tree lighting all lead up to the grand parade!
Firebaugh
Info: City of Firebaugh (559) 659-2043
Pageantry of Lights Christmas Parade
Enjoy this Christmas night parade down main street featuring a very special guest ? Santa Claus
Kerman
Info: Kerman Chamber of Commerce (559) 846-6343
Annual Trek to the Nation´s Christmas Tree
This annual pilgrimage is a landmark event honoring the Christmas tradition!. The annual Nation's Christmas Tree Ceremony is scheduled to take place at 2:30 p.m. on the second Sunday in December, at the base of the General Grant Tree in Grant Grove at Kings Canyon National Park. This will be the 79th celebration of the two honors held by the General Grant Tree. It was designated as the "Nation's Christmas Tree" by President Calvin Coolidge in 1926, and established as the only living National Shrine in 1956 to honor those who gave their lives in service to their country. Enjoy non-denominational services, live musical performances, a tribute to those who died serving the country, and a presidential proclamation. Visitors are encouraged to take advantage of the Chartered bus service (with full police escort) arranged by the Sanger Chamber of Commerce. Set in an enchanted winter wonderland, this inspiring one and one half hour event, defines the spirit of Christmas.
Kings Canyon National Park
Info: Sanger Chamber of Commerce (559) 875-4575
Coalinga Twilight Christmas Parade
Join this annual holiday celebration of lights and Christmas Magic!
Coalinga
Info: Coalinga Chamber of Commerce (559) 935-2948
Candlelight Christmas on Huntington Blvd.
Experience holiday magic as a mile of lampposts transform into glowing red candles. Enjoy over a 100 homes resplendent with festive holiday displays. Santa will be live in person ? with his reindeer itching to take flight over in the center median. Be dazzled by the nation´s tallest lighted and decorated living tree!
Huntington Boulevard - Fresno
Info: Huntington Boulevard Homeowners Association (559) 266-4242
Luminarias & Noche de las Luminarias
The Night of the Soft Lights, a Southwestern tradition where paper bags are filled with sand and candles to line walkways on Christmas Eve to help the Christ child find his way. The Discovery Center celebrates with arts & crafts, holiday decorations, traditional Mexican foods, and live music.
The Discovery Center - Fresno
Info: The Discovery Center (559) 251-5533
Hmong New Year Celebration
This celebration is the largest in the U.S.A. This is an occasion to rest from one´s daily demands and enjoy a period of feasting and entertainment, celebrating the richness of the culture. Interwoven in the festivities is a time to reflect on the past and set goals for the future.
Fresno Fairgrounds
Info: Hmong International New Year Committee (559) 252-8782