Things to Do in Visalia (2025)

This 1930 movie palace, restored by the community and now run as a nonprofit, anchors downtown with touring concerts, mariachi festivals, classic film nights, and Sequoia Symphony dates. Recent lineups confirm it’s very much alive.

A year-round Saturday market that spotlights Tulare County growers and makers under the solar canopies on West Main. It accepts CalFresh and Market Match and hosts local musicians—an easy way to taste the Valley’s bounty.

Perched atop a 1935 Art Deco courthouse-turned-boutique hotel, Elderwood serves seasonal Central Valley cooking and panoramic Sierra views. Recognized by the California Preservation Foundation and featured by ABC30 and the Fresno Bee, it’s the city’s only rooftop restaurant.

Visalia’s original brewpub (est. 1999) pours house beers like Sherman Stout and Sequoia Red in a space tied to the city’s early beer-garden history. It’s a Main Street staple for post-game pints and hearty pub plates.

The hometown roaster’s flagship cafe occupies the historic Planing Mill site and fuels downtown with house-roasted beans, fresh pastries, and a full breakfast menu. Praised by local food writers and devoted regulars, it’s open daily.

An independent pizzeria known for Detroit-style pies and playful toppings, plus a solid craft-beer list and roomy patio. A frequent local favorite for casual dinners before or after a show.

Family-run since 2004, this downtown spot pairs shawarma, lavash wraps, and mezze with one of the region’s sharpest craft-beer programs. Covered by the Fresno Bee and loved by Central Valley beer fans.

This nonprofit gallery and classroom hosts monthly exhibitions, First Friday openings, and classes for all ages. 2025 programming highlights regional artists and community workshops, keeping Visalia’s art conversation active.

A hands-on museum built for play-driven learning, open multiple days weekly with exhibits for ages 1–8. It’s a Certified Autism Center, noted by IBCCES, and a go-to family stop downtown.

Cheer the Arizona Diamondbacks’ Single-A affiliate in one of Minor League Baseball’s most intimate historic parks. The 2025 slate features giveaways, postgame fireworks, and plenty of local flavor in the stands.

Breakfast with Danish roots since 1982—from aebleskiver to house sausages—served through a quirky gift shop entrance. Recently spotlighted by SFGATE, it remains a multigenerational, family-run favorite.