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BIG Hat Days celebrates 80 years of fun this weekend

April 1, 2018 by Sarah Soghomonian Leave a Comment

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A Central Valley tradition is celebrating 80 years of family fun this weekend. The first BIG Hat Days was held in 1938 to pay tribute to the hardworking Clovis cowboys and farmers.

“Their hats served to block the dirt and sun from their faces, and the townspeople were invited to don their favorite hat to salute them,” says Diana Hunnicutt, Membership Director for the Clovis Chamber of Commerce.

BIG Hat Days has grown quite a bit since those pre-WWII days. The event, organized by the Clovis Chamber, covers 15 blocks with shopping, food, and entertainment.

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BIG Hat Days is taking place this Saturday and Sunday in Old Town Clovis.

The festivities take place in Old Town Clovis on Pollasky Avenue, one block west of Clovis Avenue between Third and Ninth streets. On Saturday, April 7, the festival runs from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. On Sunday, April 8, the fun wraps up at 5 p.m. Parking is free in the surrounding lots and at the Clovis Rodeo Grounds.

There are two kids carnivals planned. “You’ll find Ryan’s Happy Day Pony Rides, the Great American Petting Zoo, water balls, and the Clovis Police Department Obstacle Course for everyone’s pleasure,” Hunnicutt says.

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Kids will enjoy the carnival areas.

If shopping is more your thing, there’s a wide variety of local merchandise and one-of-a-kind crafts—everything from home goods to fine photography to clothing.

“This year, there are nearly 50 food vendors spread throughout the entire BIG Hat Days event,” Hunnicutt says. “Keep your energy up with traditional festival munchies that include kettle corn, shaved ice, and roasted corn. For more substantial fare, visit the Bullard Food Court for rib-sticking barbecue, Mexican fare, and corn dogs.”

Adults can enjoy live music inside the Michelob Ultra Beer Garden. Musicians set to perform include John Pemberton, Ron Rodgers & The Last Chance Saloon, Dakota Crossing, Aubrey Road, and The Only Cash Tribute Band.

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Live music can be enjoyed inside the beer garden.

The Clovis Chamber of Commerce says they could use some extra hands to make BIG Hat Days a success. If you are interested in volunteering your time, they promise coffee, donuts, and good company. You can call Greg at (559) 299-7363 for more information.

You can stay up to date on all the BIG Hat Day happenings by downloading the Clovis Chamber of Commerce Mobile App or checking out the BIG Hat Days Facebook Page.

BIG Hat Days kicks off a busy month of April for Clovis. The 104th Clovis Rodeo takes place April 26-29. Tickets are on sale now.

 

Photos courtesy of the Clovis Chamber of Commerce

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