AROUND TOWN: NOV 2026
The Fresno Philharmonic brings back guest artist Orion Weiss. Photographer Lisa-Marie Mazzucco
November 7th
5th Annual Gala of Light
Exceptional Parents Unlimited
Pardini’s
www.epuchildren.org
The 5th Annual Gala of Light brings community members and supporters together for an elegant evening celebrating those who illuminate the path for families and children with unique needs. Beginning at 6:00PM, the event features dining, signature cocktails, live and silent auctions, and heartfelt tributes, all in support of EPU’s mission of cultivating hope and resilience.
November 13th
Grgich Hills Wine Dinner
The Elderberry House
www.chateausureau.com
Grgich Hills Estate will be featured at this intimate evening of food and wine, pairing a special 5-course menu with selections from one of Napa’s most celebrated estates. From the first pour to the final course, guests will explore the wines, vineyards, and history that have made Grgich Hills such an enduring part of Napa Valley. Tickets are $185. Reservations are required.
November 19th
One Enchanted Evening
Old Town Clovis
www.oldtownclovis.org
One Enchanted Evening welcomes visitors to Old Town Clovis for an old-fashioned holiday open house filled with hospitality and seasonal cheer. From 5:00PM to 8:00PM, enjoy carolers, hot cocoa, luminaria-lined streets, festive storefronts, and complimentary horse-drawn carriage rides beneath twinkling lights for a magical evening the whole family can enjoy.
November 20th to January 3rd
Christmas at Kearney: Sounds of the Season
Fresno City & County Historical Society
www.valleyhistory.org
Christmas at Kearney: Sounds of the Season fills Kearney Mansion with holiday splendor, featuring more than a dozen Christmas trees inspired by beloved carols and uniquely interpreted by local decorators. The seasonal celebration also offers special festivities throughout its run, including visits with Santa, a Christmas Market, Holiday Tea Party, and Succulent Social.
November 21st
Swan Lake
World Ballet Company
William Saroyan Theater
www.eventsfresno.com
World Ballet Company presents a Broadway-caliber production of the world’s most iconic ballet, live on stage. Featuring a cast of 50 skilled dancers, lavish hand-painted sets, and Tchaikovsky’s legendary score, this timeless story of love, betrayal, and transformation unfolds in breathtaking detail. Tickets range from $87.70 to $174.15.
November 21st and 22nd
Elgar Enigma Variations
Fresno Philharmonic
Paul Shaghoian Concert Hall
www.fresnophil.org
Guest conductor Rebecca Tong leads the Fresno Phil in Edward Elgar’s beloved Enigma Variations, a masterful musical portrait of the composer’s closest friends. Pianist Orion Weiss returns for Edward MacDowell’s sweeping Piano Concerto No. 2, while Indonesian composer Eunike Tanzil’s Ascending Creatures opens an evening showcasing expressive works from across generations.
November 26th
22nd Annual Race Against Hunger
Visalia Emergency Aid Council
Downtown Visalia
www.visaliachamber.org
Start Thanksgiving morning on the move at Visalia Emergency Aid Council’s 22nd Annual Race Against Hunger. The community tradition features a 5K run, two-mile walk, kids’ race, food vendors, music, and family-friendly activities. All proceeds support VEAC programs working to ensure local children and families have access to the food they need.
For more information contact event organizer as events may be subject to change.
