Fresno Biking — The Gran Fondo Hincapie Race will take cyclists from Downtown Merced into the Sierra Nevada foothills. Photo courtesy of Hincapie

February 15th and 16th

Shostakovich and Rachmaninoff

Fresno Philharmonic
Paul Shaghoian Concert Hall
www.fresnophil.org
Featured is the world premiere of a new work, Meguru: Dreams of Harvest, by California composers Hitomi Oba and Erika Oba, inspired by the life and writings of Fresno author and organic peach farmer David “Mas” Masumoto. Pianist Barry Douglas returns for Rachmaninoff’s beloved Piano Concerto No. 2. The concert concludes with Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 9.

February 16th

Free Admission Day

Fresno Art Museum
www.fresnoartmuseum.org
Admission to the Fresno Art Museum is free on every first and third Sunday of the month when the organization is open to the public. Free admission is supported by the City of Fresno Measure P Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Fund administered by the Fresno Arts Council. Annual memberships at FAM start at $50 for an individual and $75 for a couple or family.

February 16th

The Great Gatsby

World Ballet Company
Saroyan Theatre
events.fresnoconventioncenter.com
Immerse yourself in the dazzling world of the Roaring Twenties as the World Ballet Company brings F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic novel to life. This new production features a multinational cast of 40 professional ballet dancers, an award-winning creative team, and stunning hand-crafted costumes. The show will transport you back to the glitz, glamor, and romance of the 1920s.

February 18th

Whose Line Anyway?

Visalia Fox Theatre
www.foxvisalia.org
The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are presenting their new improv tour. The show is comprised of 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. Cast members include Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray. Audience participation is key to the show, so bring come with ideas.

February 21st

Michael Jackson: HIStory Show

Saroyan Theatre
events.fresnoconventioncenter.com
The Michael Jackson HIStory Show is coming to Fresno’s Saroyan Theatre. This is your chance to see the mind-blowing, internationally acclaimed premier MJ tribute show, starring Garth Field. Be part of MJs’ world of musical and creative genius. Hits will be performed live, and all the iconic film clips and famous dances will be recreated on stage.

March 1st

CASA Chef Cook-Off 2025

CASA of Fresno and Madera Counties
Clovis Rodeo Grounds
www.casafresnomadera.org
One of the Central Valley’s most tantalizing and appetizing events is back. Get your taste buds ready for the fourth annual CASA Chef Cook Off. There will be delicious food, local brews, and a great time all in support of CASA of Fresno and Madera Counties. Central Valley chefs will be preparing their best dishes, which attendees can sample and vote on.

March 7th to 9th

Monster Jam

Save Mart Center
www.savemartcenter.com
Monster Jam, with its awesome trucks, amazing stunts, and action-packed excitement, will have four shows to choose from. See the action up close by watching the world’s best drivers tear up the dirt and show off crazy skills and all-out racing in fierce head-to-head battles of speed and skill. Guests get to score the drivers in real time based on their skills, stunts, and saves.

The fourth annual Farm to Fiddle Dinner Party is poised to be an epic night of local food and music. Photographer Kendyl Day Photography

March 7th to 9th

Fresno Spring Home & Garden Show 2025

Fresno Fairgrounds
www.fresnoshows.com
Explore California’s largest and most anticipated home show for three days at the Fresno Fairgrounds. This premier event is in its 39th year and showcases products and services in the home and garden industries via around 300 vendors. Shop for your home, attend gardening workshops, support local artisans and crafters, take tour tiny homes, and enjoy local food, drinks, and live music.

March 15th

Gran Fondo Hincapie Race

Downtown Merced
www.hincapie.com
Ride with George Hincapie for a true gravel cycling experience through the rolling hills and open grasslands of California’s Central Valley. The race starts in the heart of Merced and takes cyclists on an epic adventure into the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. El Capitan Hotel is the event’s official hotel sponsor, offering a central hub for riders, spectators, and the local community throughout the weekend.

March 15th

Kane Brown: The High Road Tour

Save Mart Center
www.savemartcenter.com
Country superstar Kane Brown is hitting the road with The High Road. This tour will feature supporting acts Mitchell Tenpenny and Dasha. The event starts at 7:00PM and has a bag policy. To purchase tickets online, visit Ticketmaster, or visit the Save Mart Center Box Office to buy in-person. Ticket prices start at $68 each.

March 16th

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Visalia Breakfast Lions
Downtown Visalia
www.visaliabreakfastlions.org
The St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Downtown Visalia will begin at 10:00AM on Main Street at Church. It will travel west to Willis and then head north. The parade will disband in front of The Vintage Press. Parade entrants will be checked in at Arts Visalia on Oak Avenue. They will be accepting late entries, and the day-of entry fee is $35.

March 16th

Irish Fest

Visalia Breakfast Lions
Rec Park
www.downtownvisalia.com
The next step of Downtown Visalia’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration will take place in Rec Park. Irish Fest continues to feature a sampling of over 50 favors of local craft breweries with 100 different brews that can be tasted, along with craft spirits. This is a 21+ event, which begins at 1:00PM. Last pour will be at 4:30PM. Tickets are $50 in advance and $60 at the door.

March 16th

2025 Craft Beer Crawl

Old Town Clovis
www.oldtownclovis.org
Follow the map from store to store for the 2025 Craft Beer Crawl through Old Town Clovis. Talk personally with the Brewery Representatives about their craft, sip your way through the best of California brews, and partake from local food trucks. Save some room for the Home Brew Tasting Area, provided by the Central Valley Worthogs Homebrew Club.

March 27th

Farm to Fiddle Dinner Party

Fresno Philharmonic
The Barn at San Joaquin River Parkway
www.fresnophil.org
The fourth annual Farm to Fiddle Dinner Party unites food and music in the Central Valley. The night commences with local wine and specialties, as well as a special performance by Rei Hotoda and members of the Fresno Phil. A seated farm-style dinner with local flavors completes this magical evening. Event proceeds support the music and education programming of the Fresno Phil.

For more information, contact event organizer as events may be subject to change.