The History

Rainbow Ballroom

The Rainbow Ballroom stands as a cornerstone of Fresno's music history, hosting legendary artists and unforgettable community celebrations for decades.

100+ YrsHistoric Legacy

1M+Happy Concertgoers

3,000+Legendary Events

FresnoCentral Valley Hub

Our Journey

Originally built in the early 20th century, the historic Rainbow Ballroom features a classic layout, premium acoustics, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Over the last 100 years we have hosted all genres of music making sure everyone can come and enjoy a night at the Rainbow Ballroom listening to the music they love.

We bridge the gap between world-class touring artists and the enthusiastic Fresno community, providing a premium production space, robust ticketing integrations, and VIP spaces to elevate every live experience.

Key Milestones

1918

Largest Indoor Swimming Pool

Built as the largest indoor swimming pool in the Northern United States.

1920

Building Fire & Restoration

A building fire forces the Rainbow to be covered and fully restored.

1924

New Rainbow Ballroom

Doors officially open to the new Rainbow Ballroom.

2024

100 Years of Live Music

100 years of live music and talent and memories to last a lifetime.

Venue Core

What We Stand For

Historic Preservation

We honor and preserve the unique early-20th-century architecture and community soul of the ballroom.

Acoustic Excellence

We combine historic design with state-of-the-art visual and sonic production systems.

Vibrant Community

Creating an inclusive, safe, and memorable space for generations of music fans.

Venue Guide