drinks — Summer pool parties at The Darling Hotel continue with two events in July. Photographer Murray Photoworks.

July 1st

1852 Red, White and Brew Party

1852 Soccer City
www.downtownvisalia.com
Kick off Independence Day celebrations at the 1852 brewery in Visalia with the 1852 Red, White and Brew Party. Highlights include the Stars and Stripes Men’s Open Soccer Tournament, youth and adult games and prizes, face painting, water activity relays, music, food, and obviously 1852 cold brews. Just come wearing your best red, white, and blue threads.

July 2nd and 23rd

Party in the USA & Tiki Lounge Pool Parties

The Darling Hotel
www.thedarlingvisalia.com
Two of The Darling Hotel’s four Summer Pool Parties will take place in July. “Party in the USA” celebrates Independence Day, sponsored by Firestone Walker, Bacardi Rum, the Kenny Show Photo Booth, and features DJ Hern. “Tiki Lounge” is sponsored by Firestone Walker, Plantation Rum, the Kenny Show Photo Booth, and features DJ Syrn Sounds.

July 4th

Visalia Rawhide Fireworks Extravaganza

Valley Strong Ballpark
www.milb.com/visalia
See the Visalia Rawhide take on the Lake Elsinore Storm at home in the first of this six-game series. Post-game fireworks in celebration of July 4th are thanks to title sponsor Budweiser and Bueno Beverage as well as co-sponsors Compa Tax, City of Tulare, and the Visalia Chamber of Commerce. The game highlight is part of America’s birthday celebration.

July 8th

White Hot Summer Night

Presidents Club
Evanelle Vineyards
www.communitymedical.org
Presented by the Presidents Club at Community Medical Centers, White Hot Summer Night returns as the club’s signature event, supporting Central Valley cancer patients through the Community Cancer Institute. Guests will don the party’s signature white wardrobe at its Evanelle Vineyards venue, which will include dinner, an auction, and live entertainment.

July 13th to September 10th

Disney’s The Little Mermaid

Good Company Players
Roger Rocka’s Dinner Theatre
www.gcplayers.com
In this classic Disney story, a mermaid princess falls in love with a human, defies her father, and enlists the help of some fishy friends to leave her underwater kingdom in pursuit of true love. This rated PG show transcends age, making it the perfect family outing. Children and adults alike will be captivated by this tale about how love conquers all. Tickets range from $37 to $69.

July 14th

Bus Excursion to the de Young Museum

Fresno Art Museum
de Young Museum
www.fresnoartmuseum.org
Bus excursions at the Fresno Art Museum are back! The next day-trip will be to the de Young Museum in San Francisco to see two very different yet timely and important exhibitions: “Kehinde Wiley: An Archeology of Silence” and “Ansel Adams: In Our Time.” Priced at $165 to $175.

July 14th

Glitz & Glamour

Rotary Club of North Fresno
Fort Washington Country Club
events.eventgroove.com
The Rotary Club of North Fresno’s Glitz & Glamour gala is poised to be an evening of exquisite food and wine at Fort Washington Country Club with Mistress of Ceremony Sontaya Rose. Dance the night away to the Marie Wilson Band. Freddie Silveira will auction off amazing silent and live auction items. Blackjack and craps tables are sure to be fabulous entertainment.

White Hot Summer Night by the Presidents Club returns to Evanelle Vineyards. Photographer Travis Birchfield.

July 14th

Jumanji (1995)

Visalia Fox Theatre
www.foxvisalia.org
The original 1995 version of Jumanji will be shown for free as a patient appreciation movie event sponsored by Murray & Olson Orthodontics. A free basket will be raffled off for those who attend the screening. This rated PG adventure comedy film unfolds as a magical board game unleashes a world of adventure on siblings Peter and Judy Shepherd. Can the kids win Jumanji?

July 20th

Bored Teachers Comedy Show

Visalia Fox Theatre
www.foxvisalia.org
As the biggest entertainment platform for teachers on earth, Bored Teachers presents the world’s funniest teacher-comedians all on one stage. Hundreds of millions of internet views have made their notorious skits famous, and now you have the opportunity to see them live and in-person. Tickets range from $30 to $40 with an optional post-show meet and greet upgrade for $25.

July 25th to 30th

Les Misérables

Broadway in Fresno
Saroyan Theatre
www.fresno.broadway.com
Still the world’s most popular musical, Les Misérables, a timeless tale about love, courage, and hope, is coming to the Saroyan Theatre. Set in 19th century France, this epic and uplifting story is one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history. Cameron Mackintosh presents this Tony Award®-winning musical phenomenon from Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg.

July 27th

Savannah Bananas

Chukchansi Park
www.thesavannahbananas.com
The greatest show in sports is coming to Fresno! This isn’t your typical ballpark experience. The most fun you’ll ever have at a baseball game will be seeing the Savannah Bananas play. This show will be touring 33 cities in 22 states and is coming to Chukchansi Park. Crowds can expect to see trick plays, TikTok dances, and of course Banana Ball. Tickets are $25.

July 28th to 30th

Monster Jam

Save Mart Center
www.savemartcenter.com
Monster Jam is returning to Save Mart Center. Featuring world-class trained drivers, these athletes have mastered not only the physical strength and mental stamina needed to compete, but the vital dexterity to control 12,000-pound machines at speeds up to 70 miles per hour to produce the jaw-dropping live motorsports action they’re known for. Tickets range from $26 to $84.

July 29th

Tulare Backyard Brew Fest

International Agri-Center®
events.internationalagricenter.com
Bring your friends for an evening of drinks, food, and fun on the Arbor Lawn at the International Agri-Center® in Tulare. Festivalgoers will get a tasting glass and unlimited drink tastings while enjoying lawn games and People’s Choice Award voting. Plus, there will be food, a cigar bar, and live music! Tickets are $50 in advance, $60 at the door, or $10 for designated drivers.

July 31st to August 4th

Summer 2023 Art Academy

Fresno Art Museum
www.fresnoartmuseum.org
The third week of Summer 2023 ArtAcademy, FAM’s visual art workshops for kids and teens, will feature two segments. “Stop-Motion Animation Repeat” in the mornings will draw on former Disney animator Mary Blair for inspiration. “Wild Things!” is inspired by Maurice Sendak and lets kids create monsters and “wild things” in various two- and three-dimensional mediums.

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