September is jam packed with fun in Fresno County. Celebrate Fresno County Food Month by tasting your way through several events made just for foodies and enjoy everything from car shows and concerts in our area. We've put together a list of some of the events happening this month that you don't want to miss! Read on to find a link to our full events calendar.
EVENTS
Rock to Rebuild - September 3
Location: 41344 Tollhouse Rd, Shaver Lake, CA 93644
Time: 1 pm to 7 pm
About the event: Head up to Shaver Lake for a concert series hosted by Rebuild Our Sierra to benefit the communities in the Sierra Nevada mountains impacted by wildfires. There will be a craft and vendor fair, food trucks and beer garden.
Cherry Avenue Auction Fall Fest Auto Swap - September 11
Location: 4640 S. Cherry Avenue Fresno, CA 93706
Time: 7 am to 1:30 pm
About the event: Check out the car displays and shop for various car parts during the Cherry Avenue Auction Fall Fest Auto Swap. This event will have live entertainment, food and a beer garden for those over 21.
Fiestas Patrias 2022 - September 17
Location: Downtown parade and festival on Fulton Street; Live performances at Selland Arena, 700 M Street, Fresno, CA 93721
Time: 6 pm to 11 pm
About the event: To celebrate Hispanic heritage in the Central Valley, join the Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation for a family-friendly festival on Fulton Street in Downtown Fresno. There will be a street parade, kids play zone, various foods and Mexican treats. Then enjoy live performances from Paquita La Del Barrio and Pancho Barraza at Selland Arena.
Glorious Junk Days - September 18
Location: Old Town Clovis
Time: 7 am to 3 pm
About the event: Walk through Old Town Clovis shopping for repurposed items, DIYs, odd finds and more - otherwise known as "glorious junk!" You'll also shop artisan booths with handcrafted items and Clovis' beloved antique stores.
ClovisFest & Hot Air Balloon Fly - September 24 & September 25
Location: Old Town Clovis
Time: Hot Air Balloon Fly at 7 am & ClovisFest from 8 am to 5 pm
About the event: Watch massive multi-colored hot air balloons drift up to the sky and celebrate all things Clovis at ClovisFest! The family-friendly event is hosted by the Clovis Chamber of Commerce and spans 12 blocks and features more than 200 craft and commercial booths, live music and performances, the International Village, a beer garden, and no shortage of enticing food choices.
Visit Fresno County is a proud sponsor of the event.
Central Valley Fallen Heroes Car Show - September 24
Location: 3485 Never Forget Lane, Clovis, CA 93612
Time: 10 am to 4 pm
About the event: Check out car and motorcycles of all makes, models and years at the Central Valley Fallen Heroes Car Show. There will be music, food trucks and BBQ, raffles and displays of law enforcement vehicles at the California 9/11 Memorial in Clovis. All proceeds from the event go to local charities that support law enforcement, military and first responders.
FOODIE EVENTS
TASTE: A Tasting Experience for Local Foodies - September 1
Location: 848 M Street, Fresno, CA 93721
Time: 5 pm to 8 pm
About the event: Try creations by local chefs and food exhibiters participating in MADE Central California. TASTE attendees can vote for their favorite dishes in a live-voting format.
BrewFest - Sunnyside Delicatessen Re-Opening Celebration - September 3
Location: 5691 E Kings Canyon Rd, Fresno, CA 93727
Time: 12 pm to 6 pm
About the event: Try local craft beer and wine and enjoy charcuterie cups put together by Sunnyside Deli at their first BrewFest celebration. The beloved Fresno deli is celebrating one year since its reopening in 2021. The family-friendly event will also include live music, a bounce house and games for kids, arts and crafts and more!
Clovis Taco & Taps Trail - September 3
Location: Various Clovis Breweries
Time: 12 pm to 8 pm
About the event: Breweries around Clovis will be pouring hops alongside tacos from some of Fresno County's best taco trucks. A shuttle will take you each location for FREE as you taste your way through Clovis' Taco and Taps Trail. Here are the participating breweries: Crow & Wolf, 559 Beer, Tac Ops, Incinerati, Summer Fox and Mad Duck.
Fresno Greek Fest - September 16 - 18
Location: Saint George Greek Orthodox Church, 2219 N. Orchard, Fresno, CA 93703
Time: Friday - 4pm to Midnight; Saturday - 11am to Midnight; Sunday - 11 am to 6 pm
About the event: Enjoy California's premier Greek festival! The three-day event will feature fresh food, Greek market, drinks, entertainment and more!
Oktoberfest at Tioga Sequoia Brewing - September 17
Location: Tioga Sequoia Brewing Beer Garden, 745 Fulton St, Fresno, CA 93721
Time: 2 pm to 11 pm
About the event: Oktoberfest is back at Tioga Sequoia Brewing! Get ready to welcome fall at the beer garden. Enjoy live music, food from Fresno Street Eats, festive games and try Tioga's Oktoberfest Lager.
The Great Kearney BBQ Smoke Out - September 24
Location: Kearney Park, 7160 W. Kearney Blvd., Fresno, CA 93706
Time: 11 am to 9 pm
About the event: Get ready for the biggest barbecue smackdown to take place in the Central Valley! Enjoy barbecue and all the fixings made by the best of the best at Kearney Park. The family-friendly event benefits and will feature an exhibit by the Fresno Historical Society.
Tower District Oktoberfest - September 24
Location: 815 East Olive Avenue, Fresno, CA 93728
Time: 11 am to 6 pm
About the event: Try local craft beer from eight of the Tower District's bars and breweries in a beer garden set up by the historic Tower Theatre. Enjoy food from food trucks and live music from local bands.
Visit Fresno County is proud sponsor of this event.
ENTERTAINMENT
Natanael Cano - Pero Si Caben o No Tour - September 8
Location: William Saroyan Theatre, 730 M Street, Fresno, CA 93721
Time: 8 pm
About the event: Mexican rapper and singer-songwriter Natanael Cano will perform his latest tour Pero Si Caben o No Tour at the William Saroyan Theatre. The young artist fuses Mexican corridos with hip hop and is being recognized worldwide for his talents.
Los Angeles Azules de Iztapalapa Para el Mundo Tour - September 11
Location: Save Mart Center, 2650 E. Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93710
Time: 8 pm
About the event: Hailing from Mexico City, Los Angeles Azules has been bringing their unique style of cumbia sonidera around the world for 40 years! Enjoy a night of all of your favorite Los Ángeles Azules songs and a few surprises!
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wyntan Marsalis - September 15
Location: William Saroyan Theatre, 730 M Street, Fresno, CA 93721
Time: 7:30 pm
About the event: Jazz legend Wynton Marsalis will lead the incomparable Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO) in an unforgettable evening of swinging music. JLCO is made up of fifteen of the finest soloists, ensemble players, and arrangers in jazz music today.
Christian Nodal: Forajido Tour 2022 - September 16
Location: Save Mart Center, 2650 E. Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93710
Time: 8 pm
About the event: Christian Nodal is brining his Forajido Tour to the Save Mart Center. The Mexican singer is streaming sensation and was named the most successful Regional Mexican artist of all time by Apple Music.
World Ballet Series: Swan Lake - September 17
Location: William Saroyan Theatre, 730 M Street, Fresno, CA 93721
Time: 7 pm
About the event: Experience the legendary Swan Lake as it comes to life at the William Saroyan Theatre. The production will feature richly detailed, hand-painted sets as well as over 150 radiant costumes that bring fresh representation to this timeless classic.
WWE: Sunday Stunner - September 25
Location: Save Mart Center, 2650 E. Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93710
Time: 7 pm
About the event: Don't miss WWE Smackdown superstars as they perform the WWE: Sunday Stunner at the Save Mart Center in Fresno.
Fresno Reel Pride Festival - September 30 - October 2
Location: Fresno City College, 1101 E University Ave, Fresno, CA 93741
Time: To Be Determined
About the event: Enjoy a wide array of LGBTQ+ cinema and entertainment during the 33rd annual Reel Pride Festival at Fresno City College.