ArtHop Downtown

Date: The first & 3rd Thursday of every month
Time: 5 pm - 9 pm 

Meter and garage parking around the event will be $10 all day until 9 pm. For any questions about this, please contact the City of Fresno Parking Department at 559-621-7275.

Vending opportunities for ArtHop on Fulton Street:

• For artists and handmade craft vendors wanting to set up on Fulton Street from Inyo to Calaveras, apply through the Fresno Arts Council here. Please read through the entire application to make sure you are eligible.

  • Call the Fresno Arts Council with questions at 559-237-9734

• For all vendors and food trucks/booths on Fulton between Mono and Inyo, please contact Fresno Street Eats at fresnostreeteats@gmail.com. 

• Vendor and food trucks/booths interested in setting up with specific ArtHop venues should contact the venues directly. See the list of participating venues here. 

• Musicians and entertainers who want to perform at either Kern Plaza, Warnors Corner, or Mariposa Plaza (when it opens), please apply with us below!

Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025

Time: 6 pm - 9 pm

Location: 3643 E. Kerckhoff Ave (front porch)

Play Music on the Porch Day, observed on the last Saturday of August, encourages communal music enjoyment. Participation is easy: assemble friends, choose an outdoor location, and play music.

Envision a day dedicated solely to music, halting all regular listening activities. This concept materialized in 2018 with musicians from 59 countries and over 675 cities participating.

All our Jackson neighbors are invited to join us for our monthly Jackson Neighborhood Association gathering. Form 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm - location on the grass median on Huntington Blvd and S. 4th Street corner.

For more information, email: connect@jacksoncdc.org

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!!!

Academic Calendar School Year 2025-26 - Fresno Unified School District

Mark your calendar!

Jackson Elementary's Back to School Night will be held on Thursday, August 14th, from 5:00–6:30 PM. This event is a great opportunity for Jackson students and their families to meet teachers and school staff, and receive important information about the upcoming school year.

More details will be sent out soon. To stay connected with news and updates, check out the Atlas Parent Portal – Fresno Unified School District

Beat the Heat has become a cherished summer tradition in District 7—bringing neighbors together for connection, celebration, and plenty of fun in the sun.

This year, Councilman Nelson Esparza is proud to host this free, family-friendly event, welcoming hundreds of families for an afternoon packed with excitement: waterslides, free food, a community resource fair, and engaging activities for all ages.

Whether you're coming for the games or the good vibes, there's something for everyone.

Our mission remains strong—to create joyful, lasting memories while strengthening the fabric of our neighborhood.

Join District 5 Councilmember Brandon Vang,

This year’s Backpack Giveaway series will hand out backpacks and school supplies to K–12 students, with music, food, and activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Location: Ayer Elementary – 5272 E Lowe Ave. Fresno, CA
Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Backpacks are first-come, first-served. The child must be present.

Volunteers are welcome and appreciated to help make this event a success for our students and families.
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/p3dHkEytXkwbyCke6

The River Park Farmers Market has been Fresno’s Favorite Certified Farmer’s Market for more than 20 Years! We celebrate the amazing bounty of our Valley and the hard work of the farmers that make it all possible. We also celebrate the bakers, chefs, and specialty food producers who create culinary magic with things grown right here in our Valley.

The River Park Farmer’s Market is a unique and delicious weekly experience that celebrates the diversity of the community we serve. A visit to the River Park Farmer’s Market is always a DELICIOUS adventure!

ArtHop Downtown

Date: The first & 3rd Thursday of every month
Time: 5 pm - 9 pm 

Meter and garage parking around the event will be $10 all day until 9 pm. For any questions about this, please contact the City of Fresno Parking Department at 559-621-7275.

Vending opportunities for ArtHop on Fulton Street:

• For artists and handmade craft vendors wanting to set up on Fulton Street from Inyo to Calaveras, apply through the Fresno Arts Council here. Please read through the entire application to make sure you are eligible.

  • Call the Fresno Arts Council with questions at 559-237-9734

• For all vendors and food trucks/booths on Fulton between Mono and Inyo, please contact Fresno Street Eats at fresnostreeteats@gmail.com. 

• Vendor and food trucks/booths interested in setting up with specific ArtHop venues should contact the venues directly. See the list of participating venues here. 

• Musicians and entertainers who want to perform at either Kern Plaza, Warnors Corner, or Mariposa Plaza (when it opens), please apply with us below!

The River Park Farmers Market has been Fresno’s Favorite Certified Farmer’s Market for more than 20 Years! We celebrate the amazing bounty of our Valley and the hard work of the farmers that make it all possible. We also celebrate the bakers, chefs, and specialty food producers who create culinary magic with things grown right here in our Valley.

The River Park Farmer’s Market is a unique and delicious weekly experience that celebrates the diversity of the community we serve. A visit to the River Park Farmer’s Market is always a DELICIOUS adventure!

🎒 Join us for the Back-to-School Bash at House of the Gospel —

Friday, August 2 from 11 AM to 2 PM

at 3941 E Mono Ave!

🌊 Free backpacks, school supplies, food, haircuts, games, bike giveaways & water slides — fun for the whole family!

📍Don’t miss this celebration to kick off the school year in our neighborhood — all are welcome!

See flyer for more details!

🌟 Back-to-School & Beautify!

Join Jackson CDC at Jackson Elementary School.

Together, let’s get our campus and neighborhood shining for the new school year.

📆 Saturday, August 2 · 8:00–10:00 AM 🛠️ Cleanup supplies provided · Free event T-shirt for first 1,000 registrants 🎉 After-party at Manchester Center with food, music & family fun!

💛 Your time = A cleaner Fresno and a stronger community.

For more Information: www.connect@jacksoncdc.org

2025 Summer Special Event Series: Kearney Mansion Museum Twilight Tours

Book now and bring your family and friends to the Kearney Historic Site inside of Kearney Park for a very special guided Twilight Tour every Thursday Evening through the Summer, that captures the magic of the evening hours and provides a glimpse of the San Joaquin Valley's agricultural beginnings through the life and times of M. Theo Kearney - an agricultural pioneer who came to be known as the Raisin King of California.

Come and experience the grounds of Kearney's 1890s landscape. The hour + tour of the Superintendent’s Lodge includes a visit to our Gallery and the Ranch Kitchen.​

Presented By: Fresno Historical Society

• Dates: July 31, 2025 - September 25, 2025 @ 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

• Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Thursday

• Location: Kearney Mansion Museum, 7160 W Kearney Blvd, Fresno, CA 93706

• Phone: (559) 441-0862

• Price: $15, ages 4 and up

More info, click here.

The River Park Farmers Market has been Fresno’s Favorite Certified Farmer’s Market for more than 20 Years! We celebrate the amazing bounty of our Valley and the hard work of the farmers that make it all possible. We also celebrate the bakers, chefs, and specialty food producers who create culinary magic with things grown right here in our Valley.

The River Park Farmer’s Market is a unique and delicious weekly experience that celebrates the diversity of the community we serve. A visit to the River Park Farmer’s Market is always a DELICIOUS adventure!

Neon Brush Kids: A Painting Experience for the Family

Get ready for your next family adventure! Neon Brush Kids offers parents a chance to connect with their kids in a fun and creative environment. With paints that glow in the dark, stencils to spark your imagination, and family-friendly tunes to set the mood, you'll be painting, laughing, and creating unforgettable memories together. Plus, you’ll each leave with a colorful creation that’s uniquely yours. Discover the magic of neon painting—get your tickets now for Neon Brush Kids: A Painting Experience for the Family in Fresno!

Dates: July 26, 2025at 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM

Location: The Grand 1401, 1401 Fulton Street Ste 212, Fresno, CA 93721

Phone: (402) 249-2445

Price: $36.00

For more details,  click here.

The River Park Farmers Market has been Fresno’s Favorite Certified Farmer’s Market for more than 20 Years! We celebrate the amazing bounty of our Valley and the hard work of the farmers that make it all possible. We also celebrate the bakers, chefs, and specialty food producers who create culinary magic with things grown right here in our Valley.

The River Park Farmer’s Market is a unique and delicious weekly experience that celebrates the diversity of the community we serve. A visit to the River Park Farmer’s Market is always a DELICIOUS adventure!

We are partnering with our friends from the Kings River Conservancy on Monday, July 21, from 6-8 p.m. at Two Ravens Brewery during their Mondays That Matter event. The event is free to attend and includes a pub quiz, music by Jack Kinney, and food is available for purchase. A portion of the proceeds from beer sales will be donated to the Kings River Conservancy and Kings River Land Trust.

• The event lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes

• MUST be Ages 21+

• Free venue parking

🧠 Test your knowledge for a chance to win awesome prizes — like a whitewater rafting trip!

🎶 Enjoy bluegrass sets by Jack Kinney between trivia rounds.

🍽 Free pub snacks + dinner available from a food truck or Red Caboose Café.

🤝 Chat with Kings River Conservancy and Kings River Land Trust staff and board members to learn about their nonprofits’ missions.

🌿 All proceeds support local protection of the Kings River area!

📍 Don’t miss it — bring friends and play to win! Trivia teams can include up to four people (send a team representative by 5:30 p.m. to check your team in on the day of).

ArtHop Downtown

Date: The first Thursday of every month
Time: 5 pm - 9 pm 

Meter and garage parking around the event will be $10 all day until 9 pm. For any questions about this, please contact the City of Fresno Parking Department at 559-621-7275.

Vending opportunities for ArtHop on Fulton Street:

• For artists and handmade craft vendors wanting to set up on Fulton Street from Inyo to Calaveras, apply through the Fresno Arts Council here. Please read through the entire application to make sure you are eligible.

  • Call the Fresno Arts Council with questions at 559-237-9734

• For all vendors and food trucks/booths on Fulton between Mono and Inyo, please contact Fresno Street Eats at fresnostreeteats@gmail.com. 

• Vendor and food trucks/booths interested in setting up with specific ArtHop venues should contact the venues directly. See the list of participating venues here. 

• Musicians and entertainers who want to perform at either Kern Plaza, Warnors Corner, or Mariposa Plaza (when it opens), please apply with us below!

The River Park Farmers Market has been Fresno’s Favorite Certified Farmer’s Market for more than 20 Years! We celebrate the amazing bounty of our Valley and the hard work of the farmers that make it all possible. We also celebrate the bakers, chefs, and specialty food producers who create culinary magic with things grown right here in our Valley.

The River Park Farmer’s Market is a unique and delicious weekly experience that celebrates the diversity of the community we serve. A visit to the River Park Farmer’s Market is always a DELICIOUS adventure!

Grace Methodist Church invites you to pick up FREE groceries every Monday at 4:00 p.m. Location: 3362 E Balch Ave, Fresno, CA 93702

The River Park Farmers Market has been Fresno’s Favorite Certified Farmer’s Market for more than 20 Years! We celebrate the amazing bounty of our Valley and the hard work of the farmers that make it all possible. We also celebrate the bakers, chefs, and specialty food producers who create culinary magic with things grown right here in our Valley.

The River Park Farmer’s Market is a unique and delicious weekly experience that celebrates the diversity of the community we serve. A visit to the River Park Farmer’s Market is always a DELICIOUS adventure!