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Visiting Central Valley of California
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in Central Valley of CaliforniaIt’s the season for planting in California’s central valley. One of America’s most productive produce regions runs over 400-miles between the Sierra Nevada’s and the California coastal mountains. This is the season the central valley grower’s focus on celery, bell peppers, peas and radishes. The fragrant smell of mint, oregano and tarragon soon fills the California air. From Redding and Sacramento in the Sacramento Valley to Fresno and Bakersfield in the San Joaquin Valley agriculture reigns.
Tulare, 45-miles south of Fresno on the Golden State Highway, welcomes the world’s largest agriculture expo in February. Tulare’s International Agri-Center hosts the 2012 World Ag Expo mid-February. This year’s event marks the 45th anniversary of the Ag Expo and features over 1,600 exhibitors showcasing the latest agriculture products. The International Agri-Center is the place to be for growers.
Sports fans get ready for March Madness in Fresno. The Save Mart Center at Fresno State hosts the 2012 NCAA Division 1 Women’s Basketball Championship March 24 and 26. Also home to Fresno State University men and women’s basketball regular season play. The Save Mart Center regularly fills with the excitement of basketball this time of year.
Runners and cyclists mark May on your calendar for the Eye-Q California Classic Weekend. Fresno hosts the 2012 California Classic May 17 through the 20, with the bike ride on Saturday and half-marathon on Sunday. Runners enjoy the course, which winds through Fresno’s Chaffe Zoo, the Tower District and finishes in downtown Fresno at Chukchansi Stadium. The ride is the only one in California that closes down a freeway. New in 2012, the 10-mile section of the ride on California State Freeway 168 is timed, and a King and Queen of the Freeway are crowned.
Merced, 60-miles northwest of Fresno on Highway 99, is a gateway to Yosemite National Park. Spring is an ideal time to visit, with cool weather sans summer crowds, Yosemite is delightful. Merced hosts the 2012 MERCO Cycling Classic March 1 through the 4. Visit for the classic and see the excitement of world-class bike racing. New for 2012, a Masters 35+ Stage race is added – bike racers don’t miss the MERCO Classic.
Anchoring the south end of California’s central valley, Bakersfield is coming alive for spring. Join the trill of the 2012 Western Street Rod Nationals at Kern County Fairgrounds. Bakersfield hosts the NSRA Western Nationals April 27 through the 29. Racing fans and car enthusiasts alike, enjoy this weekend in Bakersfield. May is the time for music lovers to visit Bakersfield. California State University, Bakersfield hosts the 2012 Bakersfield Jazz Festival May 11 and 12. Enjoy this Bakersfield “Rite of Spring” at the CSUB Amphitheatre.
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Central Valley of California Events
June 2012
Texas Tornados
The ultimate Tex-Mex supergroup, composed of some of the genre's most legendary figures. At the State Theater, in Modesto.
Sierra Nevada Arts and Crafts Festival
40th annual celebration features handmade crafts, fine art, gourmet foods, with continuous live entertainment. In Arnold.
July 2012
Summer Fest
"Summer Fest" is Lodi Memorial Hospital Foundation's premier food and wine tasting event.
Summer Farm Festival
Food sampling, wine tasting, music and more. In Fresno.
Yanni
Concert performance at the Rabobank Arena Theater and Convention Center in Bakersfield.
Taste the Tower
Walking tour that looks at the hip Tower District packed with delicious local fare, interesting art and charming architecture. In Fresno.
August 2012
Tommy Elliott Memorial Golf Classic
Kaweah Delta Hospital Foundation hosts the Classic from 10am to 6pm at the Visalia Country Club in Visalia.
Putters Blues & Brews Beach Party
A great day of blues with Shane Dwight, Wingnut Adams and Johnny Childs and more. At Putters Bistro & Pub, in Chowchilla.
Lego Block Party
We have lots of lots of Legos. Bring your imagination and build something spectacular. At the Franklin Library in Elk Grove./p>
September 2012
2nd Annual African Cultural Festival
Enjoy African Cultural Dances, Arts & Crafts, Vendors, African cuisine, live performances of African music and more. In Sacramento.
California Capital Airshow
This year's big event features the United States Air Force Thunderbirds and will entertain, mesmerize, and educate fans of all ages. In Mather.
Golf Tournament
Lodi Memorial’s "Dr. Russell B. Steele Memorial Golf Tournament" is held the second Monday in September each year.
Davis Ranch Gourd Festival
A full weekend of gourd arts and crafts, cultural entertainment, and a variety of food vendors. In Sloughhouse.
October 2012
Wild Affair
The Wild Affair annual fundraiser offers guests the chance to spend an enchanted evening behind the scenes at the Sacramento Zoo.
Lodi Street Faire
There will be over 550 vendors setting up at the break of dawn. Im Historic Lodi.
Delta Art & Wine Faire
View local art, meet the artists, taste wine, visit food vendors, bid on the silent auction, and enjoy live music. In Clarksburg.
The Sacramento Antique Faire
100's of Vendors are on hand selling art, jewelry, furniture, clothing, military items, garden items, and much more.
Sacramento State Football vs. Cal Poly
College football at California State University-Sacramento Hornet Stadium.
Featured Best Western HotelCentral Valley of CaliforniaBEST WESTERN Apricot Inn
46290 W Panoche Road, Firebaugh CaliforniaThe BEST WESTERN Apricot Inn is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles. Our San Joaquin Valley is one of the largest agricultural lands in the United States. The Firebaugh area is known as the Cantaloupe Capital of California! Experience the agricultural land all around the BEST WESTERN Apricot Inn… Learn more about this location |
