Fresno, California

California's Year-Round Playground.

The Fresno area is truly unique with its proximity to Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia national parks. All are accessible within a 90-minute drive. In addition, Fresno County has an unmatched diversity with its own natural beauty. Recreational opportunities abound in the mountains, foothills, lakes, rivers, forests and lush countryside. Activities range from skiing, white-water rafting and rock climbing to camping, horseback riding, hiking, sailing, boating, canoeing trips and kayaking. Fishing and hunting are also popular pastimes for locals and visitors alike.

From country farm trails to the metropolitan area’s entertainment opportunities, the cultural diversity displayed in a wide variety of museums, restaurants and festivals to the recreational opportunities abounding in the surrounding lakes, rivers and foothills—Fresno has it all.

As the No.1 agricultural county in the nation, Fresno encompasses acres of fertile agricultural land while offering majestic lakes, rivers, and awe inspiring foothills and mountain ranges. The All-American City’s accessible location, comfortable climate and affordable amenities, make it an ideal destination for hosting meetings and conventions and leisure travel in California.

Known as California’s New Frontier, Fresno is a fast-growing metropolis within a world renowned agricultural setting, featuring old-fashioned values coupled with big city amenities. Fresno serves as the business, financial, cultural and entertainment capital of the San Joaquin Valley. In addition, Fresno celebrates the beauty and flavor of agriculture through The Fresno County Blossom Trail in the spring and the Fresno County Fruit Trail in the summer and a series of annual events from old-fashioned hometown festivals, to rodeos, to cultural celebrations to the largest harvest fair in California – Fresno is the place for wholesome and affordable family fun!

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Accommodations & Dining in Fresno

Coming to Fresno? Looking for a place to stay? Fresno offers many lodging options either by category. Visit our Fresno Lodging page to find what you are looking for.

Whether you're looking for American, Armenian, Asian, Basque, Hispanic or Italian, Fresno has the right cuisine style for you! Or, if you're looking for fine dining, a steakhouse or just want to grab a sandwich at the local deli, we have that, too.

Savor our many food and wine offerings today! Fresno Dining

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Fresno Recreation & Attractions – California's Year-Round Playground.

Whether you’re looking for a round of golf; a relaxing motorcycle tour; out-of-this-world, river rafting; an exciting baseball game; or any other sports and recreational activity, Fresno has it!

Fresno's many outdoor recreational opportunities include action sports destinations, bicycling, golf, hiking & rock climbing, horseback riding, hunting & fishing, lakes & boating, motorcycle touring, river rafting & kayaking, showing & archery, and winter sports.

Fresno offers countless attractions for your day and nighttime desires. Try your luck in the casino; Visit an ancient tree or a King sized canyon; Take in a play; and much more! Fresno has it all! Explore all the attractions Fresno has to offer: Fresno Attractions

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Fresno Festivals & Events

Selland Arena at the Fresno Convention & Entertainment Center
Selland Arena is at the heart of Downtown Fresno and plays host to some of the country’s top entertainers including Red Hot Chili Peppers, Andre Rieu, Gretchen Wilson and many more. The newly renovated facility has a total seating capacity of 9,000 and has a full line up of concerts, sporting events and family shows throughout the entire year. Please visit our Web site for a complete calendar of our events. Miss California Pageant (June); Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus (July); The Bob Dylan Show (August).
www.fresnoconventioncenter.com

William Saroyan Theatre at the Fresno Convention & Entertainment Center
This beautiful theater is the showcase of the Fresno Convention Center, with luxurious seats and superb acoustics in an intimate setting. This performing arts theater plays host to such traditions as the Fresno Grand Opera and the Fresno Philharmonic Orchestra, touring Broadway productions, concerts and special events.
http://www.fresnoconventioncenter.com/venues/saroyan.html

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