This is a cute little town. They have many little cute gift stores, yummy restaurants, and great events. They have an event called The Enchanted Night. The stores and restaurants are open late and almost all of them offers hot cocoa or apple cider. There also have a carriage that travels around the Main Streets. People make long line to go in it. It's full of lights and pretty decorated. They have singer different genre. They entertain along the streets. Some sing just regular music and some Christmas songs. We always find a place to have diner and then walk around and enjoy the music. We visit the different thrift stores. We always find something nice to buy. It has become a tradition for us to attend this event every year. Highly recommended. It is the official start of the Holidays for us. It's almost like a magical night. read more

See all

In 2019 I have never been to OTC so much in my life. My dude and I literally live one block away from OTC so we frequent it so often. There are always so many events going on in OTC which I am loving the community events. I have gone to over 4. The ones I remember are: Antique Fair Food Festival Fairytale nights Farmers Market My dude and I have enjoyed so much festives here we are always seeing when the next events are. Everyone is very friendly and the respectful. The older folks tell my dude how did he scored his beautiful woman (me), which we always find hilarious as it is usually an older white retired couple. Anywho, if you would have told me I would be living in Clovis like 5 years ago, I would bet my life savings you are wrong but I do and surprisingly it's not that bad. There is always something to explore in OTC, from businesses to people. I love the events that they have which at least I feel like there's something going on every two weeks. The dude and I have gone to several restaurants and Roll Me Some is in OTC, BOA, EECU, and so much more. I am never disappointed when I come to OTC and wish Fresno put on more events like Clovis. There is always something to do here. They have the annual Christmas Parades, Big Hat Days, Veteran Parades and spring much more. I highly recommend to come down and check it out. read more

See all

This is a small, several block area filled with lots of antique stores, artist co-ops, independent and quirky retail shops, restaurants and coffee shops. What I liked the most is it has an authentic vibe, not a touristy vibe (like Solvang, CA does). It actually reminds me a lot like Bend, OR. I loved the store "It's all About me!" which was filled with colorful Knick knacks, including a pink unicorn head and a dog-quote mug that came home with me. I strolled through on a Friday afternoon around 3 and had zero problem finding parking. It's a fun place to while away an afternoon. read more

See all

Love Old Town Clovis! So many cute little shops and amazing eateries. Many antique stores that one could wander around in for hours. Great events throughout the year. The only real drawback is trying to find parking when those events are going on. I was in Old Town this evening, hoping to check out the farmers market. When I lived in Clovis, it was on a Friday evenings. The signs today indicated it would be tomorrow morning. Not sure if it's a covid thing, or the wrong time of year. Anyway, Old Town is really cool. Be sure to check out all it has to offer when things become normal or new normal again. read more

Old Town Clovis - Might be fun... - Local Flavor Near Me

The heart of Clovis. This is where the city's seasonal events take place, from the weekly farmers' market to Big Hat Days, Clovis Fest, the children's electrical parade, and so many more fests. There are beautiful and cluttered antique shops to explore, delicious eateries, and lovely walkways. If you're looking for a great book, a scoop of ice cream, a cup of coffee, or a bowl of spaghetti.. you can find it here. I am looking forward to the new heritage cultural center that will be going into the old Gary O Furniture shop--which will be the perfect addition to the area. My favorite thing about Old Town Clovis is that it is a living breathing part of the community. This is not just a touristy section of town--but is instead where locals go to celebrate the seasons, purchase fresh produce, and enjoy family time together. If you're in town and want a nice place to spend the day or the afternoon, check out this area. read more

For a complete video: take a look at my YouTube Channel & subscribe : www.YouTube.com/User/ElizLipsey_elipz Amazing place to go for walks,shopping, dining, bars, and many other engaging activities. As I take long walks with my two dogs , this is one of my favorite places to explore. My pictures show many of the sites and people you will find in Town Clovis. I appreciate the numerous sculptures honoring our service men& women. Special attention is give to WWI Veterans, in "the walk of honor" a section of beautiful trees that commemorate WW1 Veterans. Next time, I plan to explore the nightlife, do, going without dogs. I have several restaurants I want to try Also, explore the night clubs_ comedy club, dancing, karaoke etc. so much to see, so much to do!!! read more

See all

Strolling around on a Sunday evening, the shops looked interesting but all were closed, too bad I had a pocket full of money

Old Town has WAY too many antique stores, like a dumb amount. However, they're still open, so SOMEONE must be loving them. And they are absolutely cute and fun to look around, but they are lavishly sprinkled all throughout Old Town. However, Old Town does an awesome job of keeping this section lively. There are constant events: Farmers Market, Big Hat Days, Rodeo, Clovis Fest, Enchanted Evening, their own parade... here is just constantly an event to go to. The area is super cute. Old Town definitely charms it up in terms of the building and landscape. During my 2nd pregnancy, I was having contractions, but it was still too early to go to the hospital (I didn't want to just sit there having contractions) so my hubby took me to eat at Rodeo Café, and we just walked around Old Town. Every few blocks I would stop, hold my tummy and then just keep strolling through window shopping at all the stores until I was ready to go to the hospital. read more

Lovely downtown with quaint shops, plenty of restaurants, and easily walkable. We love to stop in at the Museum on the corner of Pollasky and 4th. If you happen to be there during an evening event, you may have to look for a parking place, but fear not, it is an easy walk from any where you may park. Christmas is especially delightful. The stores still decorate and makes it a nice holiday treat if you want to walk in the evening. You will feel very safe. read more

Definitely one of the best downtown area in the entire central valley. The old school charm that the area has is very classic to what you want in a diwntown. You can park your car and just walk all over enjoying the shopping and eating. Beautiful trees and walkway are everywhere and the whole place is very clean and well maintained. I love taking the kids to old town clovis for some family time read more

Old Town Clovis is a popular place to hang out, dine, walk around, etc. You won't find many if any chain businesses here. Most if not all the stores lined here are local. In the big city of Fresno and many other parts of Clovis where popular chains big box stores are plenty, Old Town Clovis in contrast, boasts small mom and pop stores. They throw plenty of events here too. Just check out the website to see what is happening. They have a good selection of local restaurants in the area. It's always been safe and family friendly all the times I've been here. Cute and charming are just 2 words that can perfectly describe the area. However, the place isn't perfect. Although not small by any means, it's also not that big of an area. Compared to say Los Gatos' strip, Saratoga or Campbell's (if you are familiar with the South Bay San Jose area), this is definitely smaller in comparison. You look at those strips and also for example say Palo Alto's University Ave, are meshed with old charm local with new modern familiar. I would like to see something like that at Old Town Clovis and it will certainly just bring it up a level. BUT, this is the central valley and this is Clovis--where status quo and being highly conservative is more common. I'm sure I will get a lot of flack for trying to request change, but it was just a thought. But in the end, maybe that is why Old Town is beloved by many in Clovis, Fresno, and surrounding central valley cities--because it doesn't change. It keeps that charm without needing any big chains or familiar franchises. I'm definitely a fan, but I wouldn't complain if there was some modernization to happen. read more

Old Town's a four-block section of central Clovis with a variety of shops, restaurants, and bars. There's even a grandfathered casino on the corner of Clovis and 5th avenues. If antiquing is your thing, Old Town probably offers the best selection of shops in the Valley. I've found a neat selection of old windows, wooden crates, shutters and ladders that I've used in variety of home-improvement projects over the years. (Yeah, I'm Martha Stewart-y like that sometimes.) In addition to the antiques shops, there are a couple of bookstores, nice furniture shops, salons, an upscale restaurant, coffee shops, jewelery and appliance stores, and a partridge in a pear tree. Parking is free (versus parking in downtown Fresno); there are public restrooms, and this morning I found out that there is now free WiFi. read more

This should be the prime "to-do " list for any tourist visiting Fresno and Clovis because old town clovis really is like going to Disneyland based on the fact that it resembles one major part of disneyland, and that part is called main street USA. The resemblance is almost uncanny, with its whimsical buildings, detailed fixtures, brick walls, classical wide streets, antiquities, the old style of everything. I truly love the authentic feeling of America here, it really feels like the good old times, this is basically what a foreigner like me would think about or vision before coming to america, I mean this is the image we foreigners think of america. It recreates the carefree time and happy memories for most people, but most importantly for youth like me its an adventure in turning back the calendar to the days of its founding fathers. It also feels like your on a set of a hollywood old western movie. Its quite a huge ground to cover, so wearing comfortable clothing and shoes is important, parking is free limited to 2-3 hours, which is more than enough to walk around and eat, and there are longer term parking here too, with signs showing where to park, but overall old town is definitely one of the most unique places in America to visit and a true identity of Clovis California, there is no place like this in California except maybe disneyland. It would be a shame to not see it. Pop into the visitors centre, which happens to be an old train depot, very unique looking building with victorian architecture, its hard to miss on Clovis avenue to find more information, its a visitors centre so it will be very helpful. This is a heaven for antique hunters since shop after shop is selling antiques, also after a busy day of shopping antiques, there are plenty of coffee shops and eateries around the area to fill your hungry belly, with some of the best and finest restaurants such as Trelio and Rev located within the vicinity. Spas, Barbers, Salon also is conveniently and randomly located on this classic town, perfect for locals and visitors to find a retreat. There is even a mini-museum located on the square. Taverns and bars for thirsty visitors are also plenty around here. Many events are also held here including the Evening Friday Farmers Market (May-Sept), and the spectacular big hat days. Stroll walk and engulf in the tradition, history and art of this place. Its also great to visit one the the most beautiful coffee shops- kuppa joy. read more

Old Town Clovis - Beautiful murals depicting the good old days - Local Flavor Near Me

Always a good place to stroll down the street, and it pretty much has what you need. People are nice and polite, the traffic is allert to pedestrians and the feeling of being in a small town is present. Have fun shopping everyone. read more

Cutest town in the area. So many places to stop and shop! I love that there is a little of everything in the area from rolled ice cream, craft beer, antique stores, wedding dress store, and so much more!!! It's their seasonal Friday Night Farmers Market and that's always always a good time with friends and family from 5:30pm-9:00pm. read more

I love old town Clovis. The building look so cool. I also love the farmers market that takes place here. read more

Old Town Clovis - Old Town Clovis. - Local Flavor Near Me

Shocking how unfriendly the JD is, not like what is found in Clovis. Thursday night, country night. Arrived with a number of line dancers. Not of college age. When no one was on the dance floor we gave a list of line dances, new and older commonly known. When the young people came in the DJ charged to music no one danced to. When we asked for him to play country line dance so we could use the empty dance floor! , He called security to threatening to a 64-year-old woman escorted from the premises for just asking to play country line dance music. Was told we had no business asking the DJ to play any request! Happy to Dance the wobble! The DJ was rude and unprofessional! Apparently age discrimination. Might be better for something other then country. Very disappointing first time experience. Have to say the bartender was very gracious. Price of drinks fair and generous. If not for the DJ it would have been a great evening. read more

Such a neat place to go and wonder around. They house great food, cute shops, antiques, and even have farmers markets.

Great place to come walk around with your family or friends. There are a variety of stores and restaurants around to choose from. The thrift stores are fun to look at. If you have kids, be sure to keep an eye on them because it is a busy street. read more

Antique shoppers heaven. Lots of cool shops and restaurants.

Awesome little town to walk around in. Lots of delicious restaurants, cute antique stores, and fun boutiques! I love coming to Old Town for the Farmers Markets on Friday nights during the Summer. I also love all the events That occur in Old Town throughout the year! read more

Its reminds me a bit like Old Sacramento except wider. Just the fact the town being more like a pioneer town makes me go back in time to how it was years ago. I can't believe that there is so much antique shops out there competing. The whole enviroment was pretty neat. I can't wait to come back thete next time when I escape from the Bay Area again. read more

A nice little part of town. Pretty safe, I've never had any issues there which more than I can say for Mad Max County (ie, Downtown Fresno). There are often quite a few pedestrians wandering the streets and window shopping or stopping to get some coffee. Going on the weekends can be obnoxious, especially on Fridays. A good amount of the time I go there half the streets are closed to car traffic to allow for vendors and pedestrians in the streets, like when they have their farmer's market. If you park somewhere when they close the streets they will not hesitate to tow your car so pay attention to posted signage. There are a few restaurants to visit. My husband and I enjoy Luna Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant, though their hours of operation are some of the most inconvenient I have seen- they are closed between 2 and 4 which is when we are usually looking to eat lunch. Also, make sure you are paying attention to traffic signs. There are plenty of intersections where it feels like there needs to be a stop sign but there isn't. I also recommend paying a visit to Clovis Book Barn which is an awesome used-book store at the southern end of Old Town. I make sure to visit them at least once a month. One final comment: you might want to leave the kids behind when visiting. The stores cater more to an older crowd, then of course there is all the close car traffic and pedestrian traffic. If you are going to have your children with you, please keep an eye on them. If they run out into the street from behind the parked car, there's no where for traffic to go to avoid hitting them. I can't count on one hand how many times someone has failed to keep an eye on their kid and I've had to slam my breaks as they dart out from between the cars parked in the street (the only parking there is). read more

I love the history and small town feeling that Old Town Clovis presents. This morning, I attended their annual "Big Hat Day" and absolutely enjoyed it. read more

in old town clovis there are a variety of restaurants and shops. the service is always friendly and welcoming. the prices are great and their is always a little room to negotiate. and they have the most unique things in these shops! you can find everything here!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more