Central California is serving up big entertainment Jan. 5–18, with Indian-owned casinos hosting everything from Motown legends and Grammy-nominated stars to high-octane MMA fights.
From soulful R&B and laugh-out-loud stand-up to punk rock ballads, venues in Fresno, Tulare and Kern counties promise a packed two-week lineup — complete with ticket details, age limits and insider tips to plan your perfect outing.
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Jan. 16: The Temptations & The Four Tops at Table Mountain Casino Resort
Two Motown legends in one night: The Temptations and The Four Tops, two of Motown’s most iconic groups, will perform together at Table Mountain Casino Resort. Fans can expect to hear timeless hits like “My Girl,” “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone,” “I Can’t Help Myself,” and “Reach Out I’ll Be There.” This double-headliner event promises an unforgettable evening of smooth harmonies and choreographed performances.
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Jan. 9: 559 Fights at Eagle Mountain Casino
In the octagon: An action packed MMA event featuring professional and rising talent as part of the region’s premier fight series. Headlining the evening is a showdown between Christian Avalos (8-1) of Parlier and Josh ‘Superglue’ Altum (7-3) of Texas City, Texas.
If you go: Fights start at 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9 at Eagle Mountain Casino, 1850 West St., Porterville. Tickets start at $65 and are available at 559Fights.com and through the Eagle Mountain Casino Box Office.
Jan. 10: Bobby Lee at Fresno’s Tower Theater
Laugh out loud: Comedian Bobby Lee is bringing his stand-up tour to Tower Theatre in Fresno. Lee is best known for his years as a cast member on MAD TV and for co-hosting hit comedy podcasts like Bad Friends and Tiger Belly. Expect an energetic night of stand-up as Lee delivers his signature, unpredictable humor in a historic Fresno venue — perfect for fans of sharp, charismatic comedy…