What to know for the 2025 Big Fresno Fair

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Thousands will be headed to the fairgrounds in October for the 2025 Big Fresno Fair!

From rides to fried food and exhibits, there is something for all fairgoers to enjoy from October 1-12.

Here is what you need to know for this year's events.

Hours of Operation

All buildings will open when gates open and close at 10 pm.

Museums will also open when gates open and close at 8 pm.

Admission

Fairgoers can also purchase a Season Pass for $48 per person. It will be eligible for all 12 days of the fair.

New Grandstand Events

The Big Fresno Fair announced new events in hopes of attracting large crowds to the grandstands, filling the void left by horse racing in 2025.

The fair's horse racing last fall generated millions in wagers and drew thousands to the stands, but three horses had to be euthanized for various reasons.

This year's fair will feature the debut of the two-day "Big Fresno Fair Rodeo," bringing top-level rodeo talent and livestock to the fairgrounds during the opening weekend of the fair.

The fan-favorite 10th annual beer and wine fest will round out the entertainment.

Parking Spaces

Attendees should be prepared to pay for parking. Here is the pricing breakdown for each lot:

Concerts

Artists such as YG, Dustin Lynch and Trace Adkins will be taking the stage at the Paul Paul Theater for this year's fair.

Concert tickets are sold separately from fair tickets.

According to the fair's website, all shows will start at exactly 7 pm.

If a show is canceled, refunds will be given out.

For more information on concerts, click here.

New Clear Bag Policy

The Big Fresno Fair has a bag policy change, and they want visitors to be prepared so they aren't turned around at the gate.

Bags smaller than 4.5 x 6.5 x 2 inches are allowed and don't need to be clear.

Clear bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 are allowed.

There are some exceptions to the rule.

For more information on the new bag policy, click here.