ArtHop occurs every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month. It’s one of the most active and successful programs organized by the Fresno Arts Council. Art lovers and enthusiasts from all walks of life flock downtown Fresno and the Tower District on the first Thursday of each month, and the rest of ArtHop venues in the Fresno metro areas on third Thursdays, to meet and greet with the artists and enjoy the reception and music. Museums, studios, galleries and other venues open their exhibitions to the public at 5:00 p.m. and run the free event until 8:00 p.m.

ArtHop has received a remarkable response from the Fresno community. Over 50 participating artist studios, galleries, museums, and other venues exhibit art and artists reception during ArtHop, and it has become both a cultural and special event for the community with a great deal of media coverage.

Experience the river at its finest by paddling from Lost Lake Park to Owl Hollow.
Our longer half-day tour is a great way to get started with paddling on the San Joaquin River. Your guide will provide basic paddling instruction and safety guidelines, then lead you on a downstream trip through calm, quiet stretches and exhilarating riffles. Enjoy beautiful scenery, and catch a glimpse of the beautiful birds and other wildlife that call the river their home.

This tour is appropriate for paddlers aged 12 and up. Physical requirements: Guests should be able to walk on uneven ground to enter and exit the boats, and use hands, arms, and torso for paddling.

PLEASE NOTE: River Tours involve shuttling passengers between the take-out point and put-in points at the beginning and the end of the trip. To reduce the potential transmission of COVID-19, the River Parkway Trust is not able to shuttle members of the public between sites. Participants are responsible for providing enough vehicles and drivers to shuttle their group between sites. (E.g. a group of two must have two vehicles and drivers, a group of four must have at least two drivers with vehicles able to seat four people). Please bring a mask to have on hand.

We are not allowing individual participants to register for River Tours in 2020 due to shuttling requirements. Registrations must be for two or more participants.

Price: Beginning at $90.00 for two participants, $135.00 for three, etc.

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If you’re looking to spend a day outdoors with the entire family, look no further! You can enjoy the bargain hunters dream come true, at The Big Fresno Fairgrounds Flea Market & Swap Meet every Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. Here you’ll find great food, entertainment and some of the best bargains in the Valley! Admission is FREE on Thursday and Saturday and only $1.00 on Sunday. Children 10 and under are always FREE! The Marketplace features over 15 food and snack bars and plenty of seating so you can enjoy the entertainment of the day while eating one of your favorite dishes featured at the Marketplace. At The Big Fresno Fairgrounds Flea Market & Swap Meet, you’ll find 20+ acres filled with a variety of gifts and products and 600 vendor spaces.

Admission is FREE on Thursday and Saturday and only $1.00 on Sunday. Children 10 and under are always FREE!

Experience the river at its finest by paddling from Lost Lake Park to Owl Hollow.
Our longer half-day tour is a great way to get started with paddling on the San Joaquin River. Your guide will provide basic paddling instruction and safety guidelines, then lead you on a downstream trip through calm, quiet stretches and exhilarating riffles. Enjoy beautiful scenery, and catch a glimpse of the beautiful birds and other wildlife that call the river their home.

This tour is appropriate for paddlers aged 12 and up. Physical requirements: Guests should be able to walk on uneven ground to enter and exit the boats, and use hands, arms, and torso for paddling.

PLEASE NOTE: River Tours involve shuttling passengers between the take-out point and put-in points at the beginning and the end of the trip. To reduce the potential transmission of COVID-19, the River Parkway Trust is not able to shuttle members of the public between sites. Participants are responsible for providing enough vehicles and drivers to shuttle their group between sites. (E.g. a group of two must have two vehicles and drivers, a group of four must have at least two drivers with vehicles able to seat four people). Please bring a mask to have on hand.

We are not allowing individual participants to register for River Tours in 2020 due to shuttling requirements. Registrations must be for two or more participants.

Price: Beginning at $90.00 for two participants, $135.00 for three, etc.

Buy Tickets Here

If you’re looking to spend a day outdoors with the entire family, look no further! You can enjoy the bargain hunters dream come true, at The Big Fresno Fairgrounds Flea Market & Swap Meet every Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. Here you’ll find great food, entertainment and some of the best bargains in the Valley! Admission is FREE on Thursday and Saturday and only $1.00 on Sunday. Children 10 and under are always FREE! The Marketplace features over 15 food and snack bars and plenty of seating so you can enjoy the entertainment of the day while eating one of your favorite dishes featured at the Marketplace. At The Big Fresno Fairgrounds Flea Market & Swap Meet, you’ll find 20+ acres filled with a variety of gifts and products and 600 vendor spaces.

Admission is FREE on Thursday and Saturday and only $1.00 on Sunday. Children 10 and under are always FREE!

ArtHop occurs every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month. It’s one of the most active and successful programs organized by the Fresno Arts Council. Art lovers and enthusiasts from all walks of life flock downtown Fresno and the Tower District on the first Thursday of each month, and the rest of ArtHop venues in the Fresno metro areas on third Thursdays, to meet and greet with the artists and enjoy the reception and music. Museums, studios, galleries and other venues open their exhibitions to the public at 5:00 p.m. and run the free event until 8:00 p.m.

ArtHop has received a remarkable response from the Fresno community. Over 50 participating artist studios, galleries, museums, and other venues exhibit art and artists reception during ArtHop, and it has become both a cultural and special event for the community with a great deal of media coverage.

Perfect for first-time paddlers, and anyone looking for a relaxing paddle on mostly calm water. Explore the river near Sycamore Island by paddling in and around some of the connected ponds along the river channel. Along the way you’ll learn basic paddling skills and how to effectively maneuver a kayak on the water. Your guide will customize this experience based on the interest of the participants, and may include kayak games and races for those who want to focus on skills, or more exploration and information about the San Joaquin River for those who want a relaxing and educational tour.

This tour is appropriate for paddlers aged 12 and up. Physical requirements: Guests should be able to walk on uneven ground to enter and exit the boats, and use hands, arms, and torso for paddling.

Cost: $25 per participant