5 things to do in Fresno, CA — Saturday, August 29, 2026

Picked each day from verified Fresno-area event calendars. Every listing links back to the organizer.

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  1. Bear Mountain: Read to a Dog

    At the library at Children's Area, starting 12:30 p.m.

    Children can practice reading out loud to our friendly and patient trained therapy dogs.

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  2. Sanger: Sanger Chess

    Community at Sanger Meeting Room, starting 3:30 a.m.

    Have you ever wanted to learn to play chess or even brush up on your skills? Come join us for a day of fun with the Sanger Chess group. All ages and levels welcome!

    Details from the organizer
  3. Fresno State Women's Volleyball at Ohio State

    Sports at Columbus, OH, starting 1 p.m.

    Fresno State Women's Volleyball at Ohio State

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  4. Sunnyside: Meditation

    At the library at Sunnyside Meeting Room, starting 3 p.m.

    Relax, breathe, and observe your mind. Curious about meditation? Join us on Saturday afternoons this summer to learn how to incorporate mindfulness into your life. A 30-minute sitting meditation period will be followed…

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  5. Gillis: Kid and Teen Crochet Class

    Community at Gillis, starting 6 a.m.

    A instructional crochet class for the youth: kids, teens, and in-betweens! Work alongside our instructor who will teach you the basics of crochet while you make a goodie to take home. Yarn and hooks...

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