Happy November! There are so many great concerts and events happening across Fresno County this month. Get your running shoes ready and take part in the Two Cities Marathon and experience traditions of the past during the annual Kearney Park Renaissance Faire. As the holidays near, many places in Fresno County are also gearing up for the most wonderful time of the year. Here are some of the events to check out:

EVENTS

Two Cities Marathon - November 3

Group of runners beginning race at starting line

Location: Clovis Community College, 10309 N Willow Avenue, Fresno, CA 93730

Time: 6:30AM 

About the event: Runners from far and wide will take to the streets of Fresno and Clovis during the Two Cities Marathon. The Boston qualifying marathon course is full of scenic views. Cheer on the runners or lace up your shoes to hit the pavement! Registration is still open. Click here for registration information.  

Arte Americas: Cala Gala Dia De Los Muertos Celebration - November 2

Arte Americas Cala Gala

 

Location: 1400 Fulton St, Fresno, CA 93721 

Time: 5:30PM

About the event: Annual Día de Muertos celebration will start at Fulton Street with a traditional procession culminating in Arte America's Plaza Paz, filled with a festive ofrenda display, kids art stations, vendors, music, Catrinas, and a free concert at 7pm. For more information, visit here.

Taco Truck Throwdown- November 9

13th Annual Taco Truck Throwdown

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

Time: 5:00PM

About the event: The world-famous food festival, now in its 13th iteration, will feature the best taco trucks in the Central Valley, live performances, and much more. For ticket information click here

Kearney Park Renaissance Faire - November 9 - November 10

Renaissance faire 2024 flyer

Location: Kearney Park, 6725 W Kearney Blvd, Fresno, CA 93706

Time: 10 am to 5 pm 

About the event: See the majesty of the joust, the pumpkins flying across the whole faire from a 20-foot-tall trebuchet. This year we are celebrating the Yule Season, join in the celebration and traditions of Tudor England. Shop the many vendors and taste the food. Drink the ale, try the mead and whiskey tasting. Click here for more information. 

Central Valley Veterans Day Parade - November 11

Band marches on street during Veterans Day parade

Location: Downtown Fresno, 2600 Fresno St, Fresno, CA 93721

Time: 11:00AM-2:00PM

About the event: Honor and celebrate our veterans during the Central Valley Veterans Day Parade in Downtown Fresno. See the parade route here. Click here for more information. 

Taste and Cheers of The Tower! - November 14

The Taste and Cheers of The Tower event! 

Location: Tower District Fresno

Time: 5:00PM-8:00PM

About the event: This 21+ event will be to explore the district’s unique flavors as you enjoy delicious bites from local eateries and raise a glass with beer tastings from some of the finest Central Valley breweries, courtesy of the Central Valley Brewers Guild. Every participant will receive a swag bag filled with goodies, a detailed map of local businesses, a wristband, and a commemorative tasting cup to remember this extraordinary night. For ticket information click here.

Location: 1400 Fulton St, Fresno, CA 93721

Time: 7:00pm-9:30pm

About the event: Comedian Bill Burr will take the stage at Warnors Theatre. Click here to purchase tickets. 

International String Masters Tour- November 14

String Masters Tour 2024

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

Time: 7:00PM

About the event: International String Masters Tour featuring California Guitar Trio, (Grammy Winners) The String Revolution and Peppino D'Agostino. For ticket information, click here.

Air 1 New Worship Tour- November 15

air 1 new worship tour

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

Time: 7:00PM-10:30PM

About the event: This is more than just a concert—it’s an immersive journey where you’ll encounter the presence of God like never before. Featuring an all-star lineup with Crowder, We The Kingdom, CAIN, Passion, and Jon Reddick, along with the inspirational teachings of Louie Giglio. For ticket information click here.

Trailblazer Expo 2024- November 16-17

Location: Fresno Fairgrounds, 1121 S Chance Ave, Fresno, CA 93702

Time: 10:00AM

About the event: 2-Day special Genshin Impact / Honkai: Star Rail theme event. With special guest voice actor from both series. A Genshin Impact Maid Cafe, Gaming Tournaments for your gaming pleasure and cosplay contest which is open to everyone to participate! To purchase tickets, click here.

Bill Burr Live- November 20

Bill Burr Live 

Location: Warnors Theatre, 1400 Fulton St, Fresno, CA 93721

Time: 7:00PM

About the event: Emmy and Grammy Award nominee, Bill Burr will be performing at the Warnors Theatre for the first time on November 20! For tickets, click here.

Straight No Chaser- November 20

Location: William Saroyan Theatre, 730 M St, Fresno, CA 93721

Time: 7:30PM

About the event:  professional American a cappella group, Straight No Chaser, will be preforming at the William Saroyan Theatre. To purchase tickets, click here.

One Enchanted Evening - November 21

Infographic with "One Enchanted Evening" written at the top and a photo of a horse carriage with Christmas lights

Location: Old Town Clovis, Clovis, CA 93612

Time: 5:00PM-8:00pm 

About the event: Watch as Old Town Clovis comes to life with the holiday spirit and get ready for One Enchanted Evening! Shops in downtown Clovis will be decorated for the holiday season while carolers sing holiday songs and Santa's elves serve up hot chocolate. You and your family can also enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides for a perfect view of Old Town Clovis. Click here for more information. 

San Joaquin Clay & Glass Festival - November 23

SJCGA festival

Location:1084 W. Bullard Ave. Fresno CA

Time: 10:00AM-3:00PM

About the event:  30 plus Ceramic and Glass artists showcasing Jewelry, pottery, art, glass, and sculptures for the home and garden. For more information, visit their Instagram page here.

IllumiNature at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo - Begins November 23

Graphic cartoon with lion on rock surrounded by flying butterflies and plants

Location: Fresno Chaffee Zoo, 894 W Belmont Ave, Fresno, CA 93728

Time: Times and dates vary. Click here for full calendar. 

About the event: Experience this event by the Fresno Chaffee Zoo! IllumiNature will feature magnificent animal light displays of all shapes and sizes across the zoo with nature, Christmas and Lunar New Year themes. You and your loved ones can enjoy the lights, holiday food and drinks, live entertainment and photos with Santa. 

Grupo Marca Registrada- November 29

Grupo Marca Registrada

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

Time: 8:00PM-10:30PM

About the event:  Regional Mexican band from Culiacán, Sinaloa, Grupo Marca Registrada will be at the Save Mart Center for the GOAT 2024 Tour this November. Supporting act: Banda Corona Del Rey. To purchase tickets, click here.

Clovis Turkey Day Run- November 30

Location: Old Town Clovis' Pollasky Ave

Time: 7:00AM

About the event: Trot on over to Clovis on Thanksgiving morning and run or wobble the 5k or 2-mile Pollasky course. They offer a long sleeve Thanksgiving shirt and a Finisher's Medallion to all participants. For more information click here.