Take a self-driven tour through the orchards of Fresno County and witness the vibrant colors of Blossom Trail or see blossoms turn into fruits on the Fruit Trail . Step back in time in Old Town Clovis . Shop through one-of-a-kind antique stores, get ingredients for your next meal at the farmers market, or take a self-guided tour along the historic streets. Head over to the historic Tower District where thrilling shows, awesome concerts and shops filled with unique clothes and trinkets are at every street corner. Be sure to stop and take a picture of the iconic Tower Theatre. Sports lovers can head to Chukchansi Park in downtown Fresno to watch the Fresno Grizzlies Triple-A baseball team or watch the United Soccer League’s Premiere Development League, Fresno Fuego and Freeze soccer teams. Get the farm-to-fork experience first-hand with a trip to one of Fresno County’s Farmers Markets . Each market offers locally grown produce from farmers living in the Central Valley. Hit Fresno’s cultural arts scene at Art Hop where colorful paintings, beauti-ful sculptures and stunning photographs are on display throughout the sidewalks of downtown Fresno. Art lovers get the unique opportunity to meet and greet with some of Fresno’s talented local artists. Check out the newly revitalized Downtown Fresno area! Catch the latest Broadway show at the Saroyan Theatre , experience unique eateries, or explore the Mural District featuring unforgettable murals and rare sculptures. Revel in the striking collection of museums Fresno County has to offer. Browse through the exhibitions featuring contemporary and modern art at the Fresno Art Museum . Experience the diverse culture the central valley offers by visiting Arte Americas or the African American Historical & Cultural Museum of the San Joaquin Valley. The Discovery Center Museum is a child’s paradise where science and nature blend in interactive and engaging exhibits designed to nurture scientific imaginations, tinker, create and wonder. Spend the afternoon wine and brew tasting some of Fresno County’s award-winning wines and brews produced in the Central Valley. Taste your way through Fresno County Wine Journey or Madera Vintners Association or head downtown to try local brews on the Downtown Fresno Ale Trail. There’s no shortage of water sports in Fresno County! Head to Shaver Lake, Bass Lake or Millerton Lake for some fun in the sun water skiing and wakeboarding. For less extreme activities, take a sunset canoe or kayak tour along the San Joaquin River Central California’s longest river. playfresno.org
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