Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in Fresno and beyond.
If you’re in the Palm and Nees area, make sure to stop by the FresYes Realty office Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to sample fresh juice from Raw Earth Juicery. It’s our way of celebrating National Green Juice Day, and our first-ever pop-up!
And don’t forget about the traveling exhibit “Courage and Compassion: Our Shared Story of the Japanese American WWII Experience” happening in Kingsburg until Feb. 5.
Friday
Clovis High’s Bye Bye Birdie
Where: Mercedes Edwards Theatre, Clovis
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday
What: Be transported to the 1950s where the teens of Sweet Apple, Ohio are in a frenzy during a wild visit from rebellious rock star, Conrad Birdie.
Details: Tickets are $10-$12. [More]
Film screening: Raiders of the Lost Ark
Where: Crest Theatre, Fresno
When: 8 p.m. Friday
What: Archaeologist and adventurer Indiana Jones is hired by the U.S. government to find the Ark of the Covenant before the Nazis.
Details: Tickets are $5. Doors open at 7 p.m. [More]
The Fab Four
Where: Tower Theatre, Fresno
When: 8 p.m. Friday
What: If you want to experience the best Beatles tribute ever, you won’t want to miss The Fab Four-The Ultimate Tribute. Their incredible stage performances include three costume changes representing every era of the Beatles ever-changing career.
Details: Tickets are $32.50 to $59.50. [More]
Kings of Blackstone Live
Where: Goldstein’s Mortuary and Delicatessen, Fresno
When: 9 p.m. Friday
What: Live music, beer.
Details: [More]
90s Night
Where: Strummer’s, Fresno
When: 9 p.m. Friday
What: Two rooms of sights and sounds from your favorite decade, free photobooth with prints, and giveaways. 90s-inspired dress encouraged.
Details: 21 and up only. Cost is $5. [More]
Saturday
Ume Bloom Event #2
Where: Shinzen Friendship Garden, WoodWard Park, Fresno
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
What: The Ume Grove will be in its glory again this weekend. Come see the gorgeous flowering apricot in full color. The Garden will have docent-led tours on Saturday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.
Details: [More]
Black Excellence & The Mis Education Of Our Children Parent Workshop
Where: West Fresno Regional Center, 188 E. California Ave., Fresno
When: 10 a.m. Saturday
What: Discussion on the current educational statistics of African American students, what parents can do, what the community can do, and what school districts can do to ensure children are succeeding academically.
Details: [More]
Blanket Making
Where: ShoeBox Sharing NonProfit Organization,1650 W Roberts Ave, Fresno
When: 12 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
What: If you can tie a knot, then you can make a blanket. Help finish the blankets for this season so they can get distributed to needy children.
Details: Stay for the entire time or just an hour. Goodies will be provided. [More]
Nintendo Night
Where: Tree of Life, Fresno
When: 6 p.m. Saturday
What: Enjoy a nostalgic and fun Nintendo Game Night! Play and compete for prizes on the big screen at Tree Of Life.
Details: Kids 12 and under eat for half price. There will be bottomless bags of popcorn available for $2. [More]
The Roger Perry Band
Where: 356 Tavern, 356 Pollasky Ave., Clovis
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
What: Celebrate the release of the band’s new album, “Truck Stop Bop.”
Details: [More]
Drinkin’ with The Tough Love
Where: Goldstein’s Mortuary and Delicatessen, Fresno
When: 9 p.m. Saturday
What: Live music, beer.
Details: [More]
John Clifton Blues Band
Where: Lucy’s Lounge Tower District, 733 E. Olive Ave., Fresno
When: 9:30 p.m. Saturday
What: Dance, drink, eat, and be ready for a good time.
Details: [More]
Sunday
Tchaikovsky Fourth
Where: Saroyan Theatre, Fresno
When: 3 p.m. Sunday
What: The Fresno Philharmonic and Music Director Rei Hotoda perform a concert featuring Fresno composer Kenneth Froelich’s energetic Spinning Yarns and Tchaikovsky’s powerful Symphony No. 4. Pianist Awadagin Pratt returns to Fresno to perform Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3.
Details: Cost is $25 to $79. [More]
John Pemberton Rocks The Lounge
Where: DiCicco’s Lounge, Clovis
When: 5 p.m. Sunday
What: John Pemberton’s music selection ranges from classic to current country, 50s rock, love ballads, gospel, and even some Elvis.
Details: Free admission. [More]
Sunday Cumbia BAS$
Where: Veni Vidi Vici, Fresno
When: 9:30 p.m. Sunday
What: Hip Hop Cumbia, deep Cumbia, electronic Cumbia, tribal Cumbia, tropical Cumbia, Tower District Cumbia, Russian Cumbia and more.
Details: Free, 21 and over only. [More]
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