City of Clovis - Activities & Special Events

Happy 4th of July, Clovis! Don't miss the celebration tonight at Lamonica Stadium!

Happy Birthday to a Clovis legend! Did you know Ken Curtis lived in the Clovis area? It's true!

The late actor and singer is best known for his long-running role as Festus Haggen on the CBS western television series ‘Gunsmoke’ from 1964-1975, and if he were still with us, he’d be 110 years old today! Born on July 2, 1916, Curtis grew up in Colorado, and he and his wife moved to the Clovis area in 1980. He was active in the community, and he even appeared in the 1991 Clovis Rodeo the day before he died. His legacy lives on in the form of a steel and concrete statue in Old Town Clovis, sculpted by local artist Samantha Cowen and donated to the City in 1992.

The statue is located on the west side of Pollasky Avenue between Fourth and Fifth Streets. Next time you’re in Old Town, be sure to pay a visit to this Clovis legend!

From fireworks to park activities to movies under the stars, July in Clovis is full of events for all residents and visitors. Join the fun around town this month! For more info on these events and others coming up in Clovis, visit ClovisCA.gov/VisitClovis
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JULY EVENTS IN CLOVIS
Every Friday: Friday Night Farmers Market
July 1: Family Fun in the Park – Treasure Ingmire Park
July 4: Freedom Fest – America 250 Celebration
July 8: Family Fun in the Park – Century Park
July 11: Movie Night in the Park – Harlan Ranch Community Park
July 15: Family Fun in the Park – San Gabriel Park
July 25: Family Fun in the Park – Village Green Park
Movie Night in the Park – Railroad Park
July 29: Family Fun in the Park – Railroad Park

PLUS
Saturday Morning Farmers Markets
Senior Health and Wellness Fair
Kitten Yoga
& more!

ORGANIZERS
Farmers Markets: Old Town Clovis
Clovis Family Fun in the Park: City of Clovis Recreation Section
Movie Night in the Park: Clovis Police CA
Freedom Fest: Kiwanis Club of Clovis CA
Senior Health and Wellness Fair: Clovis Senior Activity Center
Kitten Yoga: Miss Winkles Pet Adoption Center

This weekend in Clovis, family fun and farmers markets! For more info on these events and others coming up in Clovis, visit ClovisCA.gov/VisitClovis
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FRIDAY, JUNE 26
Friday Night Farmers Market
Old Town Clovis
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Organizer: Business Organization of Old Town (B.O.O.T.)

SATURDAY, JUNE 27
Saturday Morning Farmers Market
Old Town Clovis
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Organizer: Business Organization of Old Town (B.O.O.T.)

Family Fun in the Park
Dry Creek Park
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Organizer: City of Clovis Recreation Section

The Valley’s premiere 4th of July firework show is back and bigger than ever before in celebration of America 250! Join the Kiwanis Club of Clovis CA on Saturday, July 4th for Freedom Fest 2026 at Lamonica Stadium, located on the campus of Clovis High School on Barstow between Fowler and Armstrong Avenues.

New this year in honor of America 250, the event will include a Black Hawk flyover, a skydiving parachute performance featuring the American flag, and a variety of classic Americana activities – from a pie-eating contest to three-legged races and more. All of this, of course, leads up to the remarkable firework show, set to be the longest show ever held in the event's decades-long history. Don’t miss the festivities as we celebrate our independence!

The gates open at 5 PM, and fireworks begin at dusk. Tickets are just $5, and children 5 years old and younger are free. Tickets may be purchased at the stadium starting at 9 AM on July 4.

For more information, please visit cloviskiwanis.com/freedom-fest

We hope to see you there!

This weekend in Clovis: farmers, kittens, puppies, and... spies? For more info on these events and others coming up in Clovis, visit ClovisCA.gov/VisitClovis
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FRIDAY, JUNE 19

Friday Night Farmers Market
Old Town Clovis
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Organizer: Business Organization of Old Town (B.O.O.T.)

SATURDAY, JUNE 20

Saturday Morning Farmers Market
Old Town Clovis
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Organizer: Business Organization of Old Town (B.O.O.T.)

Kitten & Puppy Yoga* - Sold Out!
Miss Winkles Pet Adoption Center
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Organizer: Miss Winkles Pet Adoption Center

Spy Day
Community Heritage Center
10:00 AM
Organizer: Clovis Veterans Memorial District

LAST CALL! Friday, June 19, is the last day to apply for the 2026-27 Clovis Youth Commission! High school students - don't miss this opportunity to work with the Mayor and City Council to shape the future of Clovis (and boost your college applications at the same time).

The 2026-27 Youth Commission will consist of up to 21 high school sophomores, juniors, and/or seniors who will meet once a month from September 2026 - May 2027. Commissioners will learn about local government, take on an annual project of their choosing, and be coached by City Council Members and City staff to assist them in completing their mission.

Applications for the Clovis Youth Commission close this Friday, June 19, 2026, at 4:30 PM. Applications and more information are available at ClovisCA.gov/YouthCommission.