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Saddle Up and Head West to Enjoy the Best of The Big Fresno Fair!

Visit the Fair's many exhibit buildings & other attractions, where it's easy to rustle up some fun and interesting things to explore! What fun things can you round up in these exhibits buildings?

Wells Fargo Agriculture Building presented by FoodMaxx

A rib-stickin’ roundup of Valley-grown favorites!
People from all over the world come to the Wells Fargo Agricultural Building presented by FoodMaxx to see all the reasons why Fresno County is the world’s top agricultural area! From apples to zucchini, you’ll find over 500 different varieties of locally-grown crops on display here. Here's a list of the communities who participate each year: Clovis, Coalinga, Easton, Fowler, Kerman, Kingsburg, Laton, Orange Cove, Parlier, Reedley, Sanger and Selma.

Fine Arts & Photography Building

Mosey in for an eyeful of local masterpieces!
Check out the Fine Arts & Photography Building, where you’ll find the largest collection of artwork in Fresno County. Here, hundreds of artists and photographers display their paintings, sculptures, photos and illustrations with over 1,000 items exhibited each year!

Floriculture Building

“Purdy” doesn’t do justice to these flowers & floral arrangements!
From sweet-smelling roses, to exotic orchids, intricate bonsai plants and a variety of succulents, there’s enough to keep your eyes (and nose) captivated for days in the Floriculture exhibit! Watch in amazement during the Bonsai demonstrations as an overgrown plant is turned into a work of art in a matter of minutes! Check out the many varieties of cacti and succulents and learn all about how to care for the beautiful and mystical orchids from the Orchid Society members. See the green thumbs of local FFA students as they showcase the efforts of their hard work…which are also for sale after the Fair! Plus see beautiful fresh flower arrangements, silk flower displays, window displays and so much more!

Gem & Mineral Building

Stake your claim in this dazzling display of local treasures!
Catch the sparkle of breathtaking stones on display in the Gem & Mineral Building. Diamonds, rubies, emeralds and more – learn about them all. You can even purchase custom jewelry made from these special stones -- guaranteed to be one of your best catches of the day!

Home Arts Building

Say howdy to homemade crafts and historic classics!
Stop by the Home Arts Building and explore the wide variety of arts and crafts projects like homemade quilts, wood carvings, cooking demonstrations, paintings and more!

Commerce & Industry Commerce Buildings

Giddyup and go for these great gadgets & gizmos!
You’re likely to find what you’re looking for among the hundreds of commercial exhibits and concessions in the Commerce and Industry Commerce Buildings and all across the Fairgrounds. A wide variety of vendors will be on hand offering an abundance of products for fairgoers to browse or purchase. From live demonstrations to back massages, you’ll find it all here.

Junior Exhibits Building

Big-time talent from local young ‘uns!
Who says Fair exhibits are just for grown-ups? Visit the Junior Exhibits Building and look at all the different entries made by kids of all ages, from clothing to cooking, fruits to farm equipment, pictures to posters and more!

Livestock Pavilion

With the finest of the farm, this corral is more than “OK!”
Check out the Livestock Pavilion and see everything from farm animals to cow-milking demonstrations and more. This building features 13 days of livestock events including beef, dairy, goats, sheep and swine. By participating in these events, 4-H and FFA students not only have the opportunity to showcase and sell their animal projects, they also learn responsibility and gain agribusiness experience. Also, don't miss the Jr. Livestock Auctions on Saturday, October 10^th and Saturday, October 17^th.

Fur & Feathers Building

See all the bunnies & birds!
Discover the many different breeds of rabbits, birds and more, all under one roof in the Fur & Feathers Building located in the Livestock Pavilion!
 

Kids' Town

Mutton Bustin’, pig racin’, paintin’ & creatin’ fun for little folks!
No trip to the Fair is complete without a visit to Kids' Town, where kids can create their own masterpiece to take home at Mary Lee’s Make and Take, amazing racing pigs and so much more! Kids and parent alike won’t want to miss the world championship Mutton Bustin’, the newest attraction to Kids’ Town. This extreme sport challenges children six and under to ride a sheep for six seconds. If they are successful, they receive a score like a bull rider and each winner has a chance to compete in the Championship round. Don't miss the chance to see these little cowboys in action!

Table Mountain Rancheria Park

A "must see" for Fairgoers!
Gallop into Table Mountain Rancheria Park, where young ‘uns can horse around and parents can enjoy a siesta! You won't want to miss all the great attractions in the Park Area. You can experience what a life size pirate ship is all about at Pirates in the Park; explore Fort Fresno; pan for gold at McCaffrey Miner's Town; climb Granville Homes Horse Palace Tree House; go fishing at Catfish Falls complete with its 2-story waterfall; learn all about the dairy industry at Dairyville USA or test out your shot at the Land O'Lakes Butter Barn Laser Shooting Gallery!

New in 2009, you’ll also have the chance to learn about the vital water system here in the Central Valley with our new FREE attraction, The Water Tree, solar powered by PG&E. Every water pump, light and TV screen within The Water Tree will be powered by energy that PG&E has harnessed through solar panels right at The Fair.  It’s a great chance to learn to how important sun and water are in the Central Valley! 

Wild America

Adventure, Excitement, Discovery…and so much more!
Venture to the wild side at the Fair’s newest exhibit and learn all of the history, stories and fun facts about what it really takes to survive in “Wild America.” Celebrating their 100th year, members of the Boy Scouts of America will be volunteering at Wild America all 12 days of the Fair with displays, exhibits and interactive scouting activities and crafts for the entire family to enjoy. Learn how to make a real rope, tie a knot the right way and master your skills at the monkey bridge with the help of the Sequoia Council Boy Scouts of America. If slithers and crawls don’t give you the heebie-jeebies, then be sure to visit Brad’s World Reptiles, featuring some of the most beautiful reptiles indigenous to Northern America. Learn important facts about these mysterious creatures and how they survive in “Wild America.” Plus, see historical photos of scouting as it was years ago in Fresno County at the Pop Laval display also located in the “Wild America” exhibit. This unique exhibit will be made complete with an interactive campsite featuring a real canvas tent and lush green foliage created by the local FFA chapters.

Crystal AG Ventureland

Get hooked on education at this new exhibit!
Get roped into the Ag Ventures Kids Area and learn how to milk goats and cows, discover where wool comes from, play in corn and bean boxes, make ag crafts and take part in a tractor pull.  Also, don’t miss the new Ag Magic Show! The Ag Magic Show will teach attendees all about the American farmer while demonstrating some pretty funny and engaging tricks as well. Did you know that everything you consume, touch or wear in a day has a direct connection to agriculture and a farmer? Learn more fun agriculture facts and test your agriculture knowledge during this interactive performance that’s sure to captivate the entire family. Watch the magic unfold at this one-of-a-kind Ag Magic Show! 

Also, there will still be plenty of baby animals to see like sheep, pigs and chicks…but the new Crystal AG Ventureland offers many more new attractions! 

Sports Zone

Catch BIG-time sport excitement here!
For all you sports fans out there, you’ll be excited to know that the Sports Zone is back! One of the biggest attractions at last year’s Fair, the Sports Zone has something for everyone. Whether you are gearing up to watch your favorite MLB team, NFL team or to cheer on your beloved Bulldog football team, this is the place to be! With huge flat screen TVs, the Dugout Sports Bar has plenty of room to relax and enjoy the game of your choice.

For those interactive sports fans, come out to the Sports Zone and test out your arm in one of the pitching or throwing cages. Can you throw the heat? See if you can still throw that baseball or football as hard as you used to. If that’s not your style, then test your skills at bull riding. See if you have what it takes to stay on the mechanical bull for more than eight seconds. Also, the guys from ESPN will be broadcasting live at the 2009 Big Fresno Fair from the Sports Zone. So, come out, get some food and something to drink, then sit down and listen to them talk about the latest in sports news from their on-grounds set!