Welcome, May! There are so many great events happening this month in Fresno County. Check out the Fresno County Fruit Trail, head out the Kingsburg Swedish Festival and catch one of the many shows happening in the area.

Fresno County Fruit Trail - Begins Mid-May

peaches in a fruit basket

Location: Find map of the trail here.

About the event: With its lush farmlands and orchards, the Fresno County Fruit Trail is a feast for the senses, offering you the chance to explore some of California's best agricultural offerings. From cherries to peaches, plums to apricots, you'll not only taste a variety of fresh fruits but you'll get to meet the farmers who grow, pick and package them. 

Selma's 44th Annual Raisin Festival - May 2-5

Location: Lincoln Park, Selma, CA 93662

Time: See times here.

About the event: Come out for the Selma Raisin Festival at Lincoln Park. Enjoy carnival rides, food and more! Details here.

Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour - May 2

Location: Save Mart Center, 2650 E. Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93710

Time: 6 pm 

About the event: Blippi  is coming to Fresno's Save Mart Center for the ultimate curiosity adventure in Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour! Get ready to dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah. Get tickets here.

Fiddler on the Roof - May 2-5 & May 9-12

Location: Roger Rocka's Dinner Theatre, 1226 N Wishon Ave, Fresno, CA 93728

Time: See times here.

About the event: See the nine-time Tony-winning musical, Fiddler on the Roof, at Roger Rocka's Dinner Theatre in Fresno's Tower District. Purchase tickets here.

On Golden Pond - May 2-5, May 9-12, May 23-26 & May 30-31

Location: 2nd Space Theatre, 928 E Olive Ave, Fresno, CA 93728

Time: See times here.

About the event: See the turbulent relationship between father and daughter, the generation gap between young and old, and a couple navigating the twilight years of a long marriage, all combine in a play that effortlessly illustrates the hilarious, heartbreaking, human moments of which life is made in On Golden Pond at 2nd Space Theatre in Fresno's Tower District. Purchase tickets here.

Clovis Tacos & Taps Trail - May 4

Location: Clovis, CA

About the event: Clovis Tacos and Taps Trail is back! Take a trolley to various breweries around Clovis where you can try great hops and get a taste of some of the best taco trucks in Fresno County. Details here. 

Clovis Trail Fest - May 4

Location: Trails from Third Street and Clovis Avenue to Dry Creek Park and Railroad Park in Clovis

Time: 8 am to 12 pm

About the event: It's time for the 8th annual Clovis Trail Fest! The free community family event is held along the Old Town and Dry Creek Trails from Third Street and Clovis Avenue to Dry Creek Park and Railroad Park. Start or end at any location and walk, bike, run, or scooter along the trail. Activities, demonstrations, live music, and snacks for all ages are offered at over 30+ locations along the trail and at adjacent parks. Learn more here.

Old Town Clovis Wine Walk - May 4

Old Town Clovis at Night

Location: Old Town Clovis

Time: 5 pm to 8:30 pm

About the event: Shop, sip and taste your way through Old Town Clovis during the spring Wine Walk. You'll get to sample local wines in various shops and pick up bottles at the pop-up wine shop located on the corner of 5th and Pollasky. Details here.

Codiciado - May 4

Location: Save Mart Center, 2650 E. Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93710

Time: 8 pm

About the event: Codiciado’s sound is a unique blend of soulful melodies and Latin rhythms and incorporates elements of jazz, funk, reggae, & hip hop. He has been making music for more than 10 years and has established himself as a leader in the Latin music industry. Get tickets here.

Chris Tomlin: Holy Forever Tour - May 9

Location: Save Mart Center, 2650 E. Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93710

Time: 7 pm 

About the event: Chris Tomlin and special guest Cain bring the Holy Forever tour to the Save Mart Center. Purchase tickets here.

Sandra Bernhard Live - May 11

Location: Tower Theatre, 815 E Olive Ave, Fresno, CA 93728

Time: 8 pm

About the event: Sandra Bernhard has been a performer, actress, singer and author for nearly five decades in the industry. On screen, she most recently starred in Ryan Murphy’s series American Horror Story and POSE. Past television credits include Broad City, Difficult People, 2 Broke Girls, Brooklyn 99, You’re the Worst, Will & Grace, The Sopranos, and Roseanne. Bernhard’s most notable film credit, The King of Comedy, won her Best Supporting Actress by the National Society of Film Critics. Get tickets here.

Boots in the Park - May 11

Location: Woodward Park, 7775 N Friant Rd, Fresno, CA 93720

Time: 12 pm 

About the event: Boots In The Park returns to the lawn at Woodward Park with Sam Hunt, Jake Owen, Niko Moon, Dylan Marlowe and many others! Experience a day full of live music, craft food and cocktails, line dancing, interactive art installations, and much more as Woodward Park is transformed into Fresno’s BIGGEST and best country music party for the 8th year.

Strawberry Festival at Sunshine's Farm - May 11

Sunshine's Farm

Location: 284 S Temperance Ave, Fresno, CA 93727

Time: 9 am to 6 pm

About the event: Enjoy berry picking, flower picking, live music, kids activities and plenty of food at Sunshine's Farm's Strawberry Festival. Details here.

Kingsburg Swedish Festival -  May 16-18

Kingsburg Swedish Festival

Location: Downtown Kingsburg

Time: Thursday, 5:30 pm to 7 pm; Friday, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm; Saturday, 7 am to 9 pm

About the event: Experience and taste the rich culture of Sweden in Kingsburg. This event is filled with entertainment, food and fun. It all begins on Thursday night with the pea soup & Swedish pancake supper. On Friday night, enjoy a Swedish Smorgasbord and Heritage Program, and Saturday we will have a Festival with Parade, Vendors, and Heritage Activities! Besides the many great shops & restaurants on Draper St. in Downtown Kingsburg. Details here.

Tequila Fest - May 17

Location: Chukchansi Park, 1800 Tulare St, Fresno, CA 93721

About the event: As one of the largest tequila festivals in the state, attendees can expect tequila tastings, lots of food trucks, vendors, and more. Get tickets here.

Family Day at Fresno Art Museum - May 19

Fresno Art Museum Statue in front of museum

Location: Fresno Art Museum, 2233 N First St, Fresno, CA 93703

Time: 11 am to 4 pm

About the event: Celebrate the spring with family at the Fresno Art Museum! The art galleries will be open, and art projects will be available for families. Fresno Grizzlies mascot, Parker T. Bear, will also be there for pictures. Get ready for great food, music and a great day with family at Family Day. Details here.

Clovis Flat Track Museum Annual Open House - May 19

Location: 309 W Rialto Avenue, Clovis, CA 93612

Time: 10 am

About the event: Stop by to see vintage motorcycles, trophies, posters and more during the Clovis Flat Track Museum open house!

Fresno California Water Lantern Festival - May 25

Location: Woodward Park, 7775 N Friant Rd, Fresno, CA 93720

Time: 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm

About the event: The Fresno, CA Water Lantern Festival is bringing people together for a celebration of light and community! This unforgettable evening will be filled with tasty food trucks, fun music, activities, and thousands of lanterns lighting up the night with love, hope, and happiness. Get tickets here.

Clovis Memorial Run - May 25

Location: 735 Third Street, Clovis, CA 93612

Time: 7:30 am to 10 am

About the event: Honor the community's military veterans and active duty service members during the Clovis Memorial Run. Get more details here.