Vintage Days takes over at Fresno State campus
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The 50th anniversary of Fresno State’s Vintage Days has taken over the college campus for a weekend filled with family-friendly activities.
Fresno State Vintage Days are back
Whether attendees are trying to cool down with Hawaiian ice or heat up with some hot chicken, the 50th Vintage Days has something for everyone.
“This is actually our first time coming this year. I had heard about it in previous years but I never got the chance to come out, but this time it worked out for me, and I’m really looking forward to the food,” Fresno State student Catherine Martinez said.
The food is not the only draw. A petting zoo, bounce houses and an assortment of local vendors are just some of the offerings.
“I was already looking forward to Dutch, I did buy this cute pot. I think that’s probably the most interesting thing I bought for my mom,” Fresno State student Maria Zavala said.
“I volunteered with my fraternity for Vintage Days last year. The difference between this year and last year, I feel like it’s a lot more alive, a lot more people are here so I’m really excited for the turnout and it’s going to be a great weekend,” Fresno State student Eddie Maldonado said.
New this year is a drone light show that is scheduled to dazzle the sky on the night of April 20. Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer even took to the performance stage for a proclamation to the student committee.
“We declared today Fresno State Vintage Days in the City of Fresno. I remember my first Vintage Days, 1977. I think it was the third Vintage Days that they have had at Fresno State, so it was somewhat smaller, but it was starting to grow,” Mayor Jerry Dyer said.
For the students, Vintage Days is more than just an annual showcase of their crafts.
“We’re just trying to raise money to be able to do more networking events, to be able to do more workshops so students can benefit from it,” Fresno State student Alicia Minasian said.
“Not only is it important for us for fundraising but it’s important to our community just to be able to get together and just have a stronger bond,” Maldonado said.
Vintage Days will continue into the weekend and will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
