Explore the festive delights of Fresno with our holiday event guide. Whether you're a familiar face in Fresno or a new visitor, our guide leads you to the holiday highlights.
One of the cherished traditions is Christmas Tree Lane, where the enchanting display of thousands of twinkling lights transforms the neighborhood into a winter wonderland. ZooLights at Fresno Chaffee Zoo invites families to stroll through a vibrant array of light sculptures and festive displays, showcasing the zoo in a magical new way. And the IllumiNature event is something you definitely don't want to miss, as it offers a unique blend of art and wildlife with captivating light installations. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Fresno
- Christmas Tree Lane
- IllumiNature at Fresno Chaffee Zoo
- ZooLights at Fresno Chaffee Zoo
- Trans-Siberian Orchestra – Christmas Eve & Others
- Annual Christmas Parade in Downtown Fresno
- Central California Ballet Nutcracker
- The Nutcracker – State Street Ballet & Fresno Ballet Theatre
- Christmas in the Park - Valley Animal Center
- Fresno SantaCon 2024
- Clovis's Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl (Clovis)
See these and even more events listed below!
Fresno Holiday Light Displays
ZooLights at Fresno Chaffee Zoo
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
Description:
ZooLights at Fresno Chaffee Zoo features a spectacular display of lights and decorations throughout the zoo, creating a festive atmosphere perfect for families and animal lovers.
Where: Fresno | More Info: ZooLights at Fresno Chaffee Zoo
Christmas Tree Lane
What to Expect:
Pedestrian-only nights with exclusive access to the decorated lane.
Description:
Christmas Tree Lane is a historic holiday tradition in Fresno, featuring a two-mile stretch of Van Ness Boulevard in Fig Garden lined with hundreds of trees and homes adorned with millions of twinkling Christmas lights and festive decorations.
Where: Fresno | More Info: Christmas Tree Lane
Fresno Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas in the Park - Valley Animal Center
What to Expect:
Christmas tree raffle and local shopping vendors.
Description:
Join Valley Animal Center for Kitty Christmas, Merry Mutts on December 14th, featuring delicious food, local shopping vendors, a Christmas tree raffle, and baked goods.
Where: Fresno | More Info: Christmas in the Park - Valley Animal Center
Fresno Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Trans-Siberian Orchestra – Christmas Eve & Others
What to Expect:
All-new version of "The Lost Christmas Eve" with elaborate light shows and pyrotechnics.
Description:
Trans-Siberian Orchestra brings an all-new version of "The Lost Christmas Eve," the final chapter of their Christmas trilogy, featuring complex light shows, pyrotechnics, and a high-energy second set with fan favorites.
Where: Fresno | More Info: Trans-Siberian Orchestra – Christmas Eve & Others
The Nutcracker – State Street Ballet & Fresno Ballet Theatre
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Description:
State Street Ballet and Fresno Ballet Theatre present The Nutcracker, a timeless ballet featuring intricate choreography and elaborate costumes, transporting audiences to a world of classic storytelling.
Where: Fresno | More Info: The Nutcracker – State Street Ballet & Fresno Ballet Theatre
Central California Ballet Nutcracker
What to Expect:
Resurrection of the vengeful Mouse Queen character.
Description:
Central California Ballet presents a highly entertaining Nutcracker Ballet, recognized in Dance Magazine for its resurrection of the vengeful Mouse Queen from E.T.A. Hoffmann's original fairy tale. The whole family will delight in the festive Party Scene, the Battle of the Nutcracker General and Mouse King, and Marie's Journey to the Land of Sweets where she meets the Sugar Plum Fairy and other beloved Nutcracker characters dancing to beautiful Tchaikovsky music.
Where: Fresno | More Info: Central California Ballet Nutcracker
Jingle & Mingle Thursday December 5th
What to Expect:
Comprehensive Christmas party experience with various entertainment options.
Description:
Revel Venues presents Jingle & Mingle, a Christmas party in a box, offering appetizers, a catered meal with a carving station, DJ entertainment, a photo booth, Christmas decorations, and a cash bar. This event is perfect for teams big or small looking to leave the Christmas party planning to someone else.
Where: Fresno | More Info: Jingle & Mingle Thursday December 5th
Fresno Other Holiday Activities
IllumiNature at Fresno Chaffee Zoo
What to Expect:
Private outdoor tour before IllumiNature event.
Description:
Join an early bird tour at Fresno Chaffee Zoo to explore the zoo before the IllumiNature event starts. Enjoy a private outdoor tour with an educator, followed by a holiday treat at the Kudu Café.
Where: Fresno | More Info: IllumiNature at Fresno Chaffee Zoo
Annual Christmas Parade in Downtown Fresno
What to Expect:
Community participation with floats and marching.
Description:
The 95th Annual Downtown Fresno Christmas Parade features floats, music, and holiday cheer, showcasing gifts, toys, and games that add fun to the season.
Where: Fresno | More Info: Annual Christmas Parade in Downtown Fresno
Fresno SantaCon 2024
What to Expect:
Thousands of Santas crawling the streets with free entry into over 4 venues.
Description:
Join Fresno SantaCon 2024 for a holiday bar crawl featuring festive decorations, holiday-themed drinks, and live DJs at multiple venues.
Where: Fresno | More Info: Fresno SantaCon 2024
Clovis's Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
What to Expect:
Self-guided tour with express check-in and social media challenges.
Description:
Join Clovis's Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl for a night of outrageous holiday sweaters, contests, and festive fun. Don your tackiest threads and enjoy a self-guided tour through Old Town Clovis, featuring epic contests, digital photo frames, and exceptional drink options.
Where: Clovis | More Info: Clovis's Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
2024 La Comida Guild Holiday Home Tour
What to Expect:
Exclusive self-guided preview of holiday-decorated homes.
Description:
The 2024 La Comida Guild Holiday Home Tour features a self-guided tour of beautifully decorated homes, an evening preview with champagne reception and gourmet dinner, and a day tour with tea and boutique shopping.