Events for August 1, 2025

Summer at Your Library is a free program featuring fun, educational, and free programs for the entire family—all summer long! Learn more about local programs in the Valley: https://ccparent.com/summer-reading

Summer Fest at Galaxy Theatres is back! Enjoy $2 showings all week! This week's showing is Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie. Make sure to visit the website for showtimes and…

Don't miss this free event featuring free backpacks and school supplies (while supplies last), haircuts to the first 20 kids, resources, activities, snacks, and more from 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Porterville…

This free event is your chance to explore the downtown art scene. Each stop offers something unique including artists, activities, and more! 5–8 p.m. Downtown, Visalia. (559) 722-0001

The smash hit meets the stage in an avalanche of merriment and magic! Rated PG. Tickets: $45–$79. Roger Rocka's Dinner Theatre, 1226 N. Wishon Avenue, Fresno. (559) 266-9494

Families are invited for free activities, games, and more from 5:30–7 p.m. Manuel F. Hernandez Community Center, 247 W. Ferguson Avenue. Visalia. (559) 713-4365

Walk down Pollasky and enjoy all the fresh produce and local charm from 5:30–8:30 p.m. Old Town Clovis, on Pollasky, between Third & Seventh Streets, Clovis. (559) 298-5774

Take the whole family out to the ball game and watch your Visalia Rawhide up at bat. Tickets: $10–$16. Valley Strong Ballpark, 300 N. Giddings Street, Visalia. (559) 732-4433

Follow the story of a vibrant, tight-knit community in Washington Heights, in New York City, and the dreams and aspirations of its residents. Tickets: $13–$18. Matilda Torres High School, 16645…

When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys’ expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn…

Cool off and enjoy a showing of The Garfield Movie from the pool! Swim from 7–10 p.m., movie starts at 8:30 p.m. Tickets: $3. Crandell Swim Complex, 1900 18th Avenue,…

Take the whole family out to the ball game and watch your Fresno Grizzlies up at bat. Tickets: $12–$78. Chukchansi Park, 1800 Tulare Street, Fresno. (559) 320‑TIXS

After being whisked away by a tornado, Dorothy teams up with new friends to find the mighty Wizard of Oz in hopes of finding her way home. Tickets: $18–$25. Fresno…

A comedy about two sisters and their suitors. Rated PG. Tickets: $25–$30. 2nd Space Theatre, 928 E. Olive Avenue, Fresno. (559) 266-0660

Enjoy a free showing of The Garfield Movie at 8:15 p.m. Mulcahy Park, Sacramento Street & Sonora Avenue, Tulare. (559) 684-4310

Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a free showing of Encino Man. Movie starts at dusk. Community Center Park, 730 Recreation Avenue, Sanger. (559) 876-6300

Observe planets, stars, galaxies, and nebulae while learning about the night sky from the Central Valley Astronomers at dusk. Free! River Park, 71 E Via la Plata, Fresno.(559) 288-2094

Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a free showing of Transformers: One. Movie starts at dusk, around 8:30 p.m. Lion's Town & Country Park, 2300 Howard Road, Madera.…