Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in Fresno and beyond. Check out our calendar for even more stuff to do.

Also, don’t miss tonight’s screening of “Pop Aye” hosted by CineCulture and Fresno Filmworks, the “Brick MADNESS” premiere at the Tower Theatre Saturday, and the mini fringe festival, “Seattle to Fresno,” taking place all weekend long.

Friday

Farmers Market

Where: Old Town Clovis
When: 5:30 p.m. Friday
What: KSEE 24 will sponsor Friday night’s music, plus enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables of the season.
Details: Free, kid friendly. [More]

Marie Wilson Band 

Where: Engelmann Cellars
When: 6 p.m. Friday
What: Specializing in the latest chart-topping hits as well as non-stop classics throughout the decades, the Marie Wilson Band is the Central Valley’s hottest dance band. Food for sale by Sadie Mae Southern Cooking, Meltdown Bistro and El Premio Mayor Tacos.
Details: $10 [More]

Poki Bowl Express Grand Opening Celebration

Where: Poki Bowl Express, 6127 E. King Canyon Rd., Fresno
When: 6 p.m. Friday
What: There will be music, prize wheel, face painting for kids and food specials. You can win prizes and have fun with your family and friends in our photo booth. Also, $1 from every bowl purchased will go to the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund.
Details: [More]

Jammin’ with DJ Roeski

Where: Tioga-Sequoia Brewing Co.
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday
What: DJ Roeski will be setting the mood for the evening with an eclectic mix of music to feed the soul. 
Details: Free admission. [More]

Lecture: 50 Years of Armenian Literature in France

Where: Alice Peters Auditorium, Fresno State
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday
What: Christopher Atamian is a leading writer, filmmaker, and translator. He will present his talk on his seminal translation of Krikor Beledian’s Fifty Years of Armenian Literature in France: 1922-1972 which brings this important work to the English-reading public for the first time.
Details: Free and open to the public. [More]

Nights in the Plaza: Los Hijos de Jose

Where: Arte Américas
When: 7-10 p.m. Friday
What: Come out for a night of Son Jarocho-inspired worldbeat y mas with Los Hijos de Jose.
Details: Doors open at 7 p.m., show from 8-10. $12 for adults, $10 for members, $5 for kids under 10. [More]

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Saturday

Grand Opening & Steal the Glass

Where: The Revue 
When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
What: Celebrate the grand opening of The Revue coffeehouse. Purchase a Nitro Cold Brew Float and take home the commemorative Revue pint glass.
Details: Free admission. [More]

Fresno Cactus & Succulent Societies’ First Judged Show & Annual Sale

Where: Clovis Veterans Memorial District
When: Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
What: Judged exhibition of show plants. Quality plants for sale. Knowledge to be shared.
Details: [More]

Bowlero Fresno Grand Opening

Where: Bowlero Fresno 
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday
What: Celebrate the grand opening of Bowlero Fresno and enjoy free bowling, arcade play, $4 pints from 805 Beer, live music from The Hubcap Stealers, and more. Bowlero is Fresno’s newest spin on fun with blacklight bowling, interactive arcade games, and inventive menus.
Details: Free admission, registration required for free bowling. [More]

Parabolic’s Grand Opening Party

Where: 431 E Olive Ave, Fresno
When: 5-8 p.m. Saturday
What: Celebrate the grand opening of Parabolic, a gallery for art and design featuring new work from digital artist Michael Frank.
Details: Free admission. [More]

ValleyPBS Kid’s Nite

Where: Fresno Chaffee Zoo
When: 5-9 p.m. Saturday
What: Get ready to meet your favorite PBS characters: Daniel Tiger, Curious George, Buddy the Dinosaur and Super Why! For the first time, watch a special screening of a PBS Kids show inside African Adventure after dusk. Uncover bones in Dino Dig, be amazed at Ross Laird’s Winged Wonders Bird Show, stroll through the Zoo after hours, visit arts and crafts tables, animal bio-facts, vendor booths and kid-friendly entertainment inside Canopy Grove in African Adventure.
Details: ValleyPBS or Fresno Chaffee Zoo Members: $14 Adult and $11 Child (ages 2 -11 years). Non-Members: $17 Adults and $14 Child (ages 2 – 11 years). Children 1 year and under are free. [More]

5th Annual Chicano Family Festival

Where: Arte Américas
When: 6 p.m. Saturday
What: From the music to the artwork, this annual event brings together folks from throughout California who enjoy dancing to music under the stars while hanging out with a whole bunch of art lovers and their kids. 
Details: $5. [More]

Under the Big Top 4 – the Fun House of Oddities

Where: Full Circle Brewing Co.
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
What: Music, body painting, vendors and more.
Details: 18 and over, $10. [More]

Sunday

2nd Sunday Market Bazaar 

Where: Full Circle Brewing Co.
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday
What: A fun day of shopping, great food, and good brews all rolled into one for the entire family.
Details: [More]

Nicole Renee Unplugged and Uncorked at Engelmann Cellars

Where: Engelmann Cellars
When: 1 p.m. Sunday
What: Live music, cornhole and giant Jenga. Enjoy the day and stay for the sunset.
Details: Family friendly, so bring the whole family and have a picnic in the park. No reservations needed. [More]

Reception for Arthouse Futurespective Artists

Where: Arte Américas
When: 2 p.m. Sunday
What: Enjoy an afternoon reception and private tour with the artists featured in the FUTURESPECTIVE group show curated by Adam Mena, one of the co-founders of the legendary Arthouse on H Street and Calaveras. You will have an opportunity to meet the artists and hear a few of them speak about their works on view.
Details: Free and open to the public; all ages. [More]

Caribbean Vibe Soul Lounge

Where: Fulton 55
When: 7:30 p.m. Sunday
What: A harmonious blend of soulful sounds with an island twist. Brought to you by DJs PDK, HunnitKay, yelo. and an incredible band led by Ray Moore.
Details: $10 in advance; $15 at the door. 21 and over only. [More]

 

 

 

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