If you weren't awake this morning at 3:30 AM... the 2020 Olympics have officially kicked off at the Opening Ceremonies in Tokyo. The Olympics will feature over 11,000 athletes from 206 countries. 🌎🇺🇸 Team USA has sent over 600 athletes over to Japan and 126 of those athletes are from our golden state of California! Some athletes to watch out for are Simone Manuel in Swimming, Noah Lyles in Track and Field, and Carissa Moore in Surfing! It's set to be an exciting few weeks for the Olympics but if you're looking for some entertainment here on home soil... look no further. As usual, we got you covered. Check out our round-up of events below. Have a great weekend, and go Team USA!

Friday, July 23rdPrincess & Pirates Night & Friday Night Fireworks at The Grizzlies Game versus Modesto NutsFresno Street Eats at The New ManchesterFRIDAY NIGHT LIVE at Beyond the WineSmush n’ Chat a Full Circle Brewery District​​Taco Liente Friday! At Tactical OPS BrewingFresno Street Eats: Friday Night BitesFull Circle Presents: King Daweed90's Night at Beyond the WineAuntie Mo’s Cookie Decorating ClassDef Leppard Tribute - Pyromania at Engelmann CellarsFresno Street Eats: SunnysideBack To Black: A Tribute to Amy Winehouse with special guests at Fulton 55

Saturday, July 24thReplica Jersey Giveaway (First 1,500 fans) presented by Healthy Fresno County at The Grizzlies Game versus Modesto NutsFresno Street Eats: Sierra Vista MallGarden Vibes with DJ Bambi at Tioga Sequoia Brewing CompanyAstrid's 80's Mix at Full Circle Brewery DistrictCornhole tournament at Ziveli WineryFresno Street Eats: Kings Canyon & FowlerTaco Liente Saturday! At Tactical OPS Brewing

Sunday, July 25thSTEM Day presented by Chevron at The Grizzlies Game versus Modesto NutsFresno Street Eats pop-up with Big WagonMax Headroom at Fulton 55Live music by Jason Cade at Toca Madera WineryFresno Street Eats: Shaw & LocanSunday Beer & BBQ! At Tactical OPS BrewingFull Circle Presents: The Downtown Beat Down Comedy ShowcaseLocal Launch at Full Circle Brewery DistrictReading Between the Wines​​Fresno Street Eats: Ashlan & FirstErin Olds and Tower Village CD Release // Farewell to Fresno at Fulton 55BOGA at Tactical OPS Brewing

News from the Zoo! 🦁

 The Fresno Chaffe Zoo has changed its hours to 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. They will continue to have member-exclusive entry hours at 8:30 a.m. through the end of August. With these new hours, beat the heat this summer with all of the "cool" exhibits and activities the Zoo has to offer! Be immediately transported to the California Coast with the sound of crashing waves, salty sea air, and barking sea lions at Sea Lion Cove! Gaze in wonder at these amazing animals from the incredible underwater viewing area and learn more about them during the Sea Lion Keeper Chat at the Sea Lion Cove Theater. Click here for the full Keeper Chat schedule.  Wilderness Falls is also open! Make a splash while connecting with nature this summer. This children's play area is a great way for the kids to stay cool as they explore the wilderness, discover the fire lookout tower, and more! Wilderness Falls water features are on from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. To conserve water, Wilderness Falls will turn off for a few minutes periodically throughout the day. For the most up-to-date information for your day at the Zoo, visit their website!

Don't Miss the Giveaway at the Grizzlies Game this Saturday! ⚾️

The first 1,500 fans in attendance at the Fresno Grizzlies game on Saturday will receive a Grizzlies Replica Jersey courtesy of Healthy Fresno County! Gates open at 5:35pm for Season Ticket Holders and 5:50pm for the rest of the fans.

These will go FAST so get to Chukchansi Park early! Click here to buy tickets to the game!

Kings River Winery Wine and Grape Tasting 🍷🍇

Get your tickets to Kings River Winery's Wine and Grape Tasting, taking place on Friday, August 20th.Sample the grapes straight from the vine that produce your favorite wines! You'll enjoy a tasting flight of five wines including Albarino, Muscat of Alexandria, Cabernet Sauvignon, Barbera, and Petite Sirah. You have until August 18th to buy tickets which you can get by clicking here! Cheers!

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