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Big Jack Gives Back

$16,000 in Outlet store Gift Cards will be given away! Supporting Participating Local Charities & Schools

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Big Jack Gives Back (a new version of "Barks & Brews") is a one-day FUNdraising event benefiting participating local charities and schools.

Families can enjoy carnival games, face painting, balloon twisting, movie character photos, live music, exclusive store discounts and the opportunity to win a share of $16,000 in gift cards and prizes. 

Tickets are available to purchase online via the link below or in-person and fee-free at Tulare Outlets Customer Service Office, next to Sunglass Hut. Open daily from 8:30am - 5:00pm. 

What does each ticket include?

General Admission Ticket: $5.00 

Price does not include Eventbrite processing fee.


(1) Carnival Game Punch Card for 10 Games

Free access to exclusive event activities, such as face painting, carnival games, balloon twisting, movie character photos and more!

Exclusive Tulare Outlets retailer discounts and coupons.

(1) Complimentary Prize Drawing Ticket for a chance to win a share of over $16,000 in gift cards! No purchase necessary.

(5) Enter-to-Win slips for chances to win prizes from our retailers. No purchase necessary. 

NOTE: Must be 18 years or older to participate in prize drawings & enter-to-wins.


Event Schedule 


Check-in will be located at the Registration Tent in our center courtyard, right next to Big Jack, our 30-foot-tall Jack O’Lantern. All event attendees are required to check in.

Calling all goblins, ghosts and ghouls! Step right up and test your skills to win fang-tastic prizes. Must present game punch card and wristband to play.

Must present event wristband to access.

Prize tickets will be collected at 11:00AM at the Registration Tent and the Prize & Game Ticket Tent. Winners announced at 12:30PM at the Prize & Game Ticket Tent. Prize tickets entered into the first drawing will remain in the tumblers for all subsequent drawings; so for the best chance of winning, make sure you get your tickets in the first drawing!

Prize tickets will be collected at 1:00PM at the Registration Tent and the Prize & Game Ticket Tent. Winners announced at 2:30PM at the Prize & Game Ticket Tent. Prize tickets entered into the second drawing will remain in the tumbler for the 3rd and final drawing.

Prize tickets will be collected at 3:00PM at the Registration Tent and the Prize & Game Ticket Tent. Winners announced at 4PM at the Prize & Game Ticket Tent. All winning tickets must be collected by 5:30PM on 10/25/2025.

Enter throughout the day at the Prize & Game Ticket Tent. Winners will be announced at the Prize & Game Ticket Tent at 3:30PM. MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN. Must be 18 years or older to enter drawings. No purchase necessary.


Participating Charities & Schools


CASA of Tulare County
Cypress Elementary School
Family Services of Tulare County 
Garden Elementary School

Habitat for Humanity of Tulare/Kings Counties 

Live Oak Middle School

Los Tules Middle School

Oak Valley Union Elementary School

Roosevelt Elementary School

Tulare County Animal Services

USMC Reserve Toys for Tots Tulare

United Way of Tulare County


Frequently Asked Questions

 

What is Big Jack Gives Back?

Big Jack Gives Back (a new version of "Barks & Brews") is a one-day FUNdraising event benefiting participating local charities and schools.

Ticket holders will receive access to family fun carnival games, exclusive discounts, opportunities to win over $16,000 in gift cards, and so much more!

How much do tickets cost?

General Admission tickets are $5.00.

These prices do not reflect Eventbrite service fees. Tickets purchased in-person at Tulare Outlets Customer Service do not incur any additional fees.

What are prize drawing tickets?

Prize drawing tickets are opportunities to win gift cards and items from Tulare Outlets stores. When we refer to “over $16,000 in gift cards”, this is what we’re referencing. We will have 3 drawings throughout event day.

When will prize drawings occur?

Tickets will be collected at 11AM, 1PM, and 3PM with winners announced at the Prize & Game Ticket Tent at 12:30PM, 2:30PM and 4PM. Tickets will remain in the tumblers for subsequent drawings, so for the best chance of winning, make sure you enter your tickets by the 11AM collection.

Can I purchase more prize drawing tickets?

Yes, additional prize drawing tickets will be available at the Prize & Game Ticket Tent for a suggested donation of (1) for $1 or (25) for $20. Prize drawing proceeds will be evenly split between organizations with 50 or more check-ins on event day.

How do I select an organization?

On Eventbrite - After you add tickets and payment information, you'll select "Place Order". A pop up will appear asking you to select your benefiting school or charity.

At Customer Service - A customer service representative will ask for your benefiting school or charity at check out.

Do I need to check in on event day?

Yes, you need to check-in to receive your Big Jack Gives Back event program, wristband, prize drawing ticket and carnival game punch card. Additionally, schools and charities with at least 50 check-ins on event day will evenly split prize drawing ticket proceeds.

Can I purchase a ticket on the day of the event?

Yes, online ticket sales will close on Friday, October 24th, but in-person tickets will be available at our Registration Tent in our center courtyard, right next to our 30-foot tall Big Jack O' Lantern. 

Can I purchase additional Carnival Game Punch Cards?

Yes, additional Carnival Game Punch Cards will be available at the Prize & Game Ticket Tent for $5 each. 

What does the Enter-to-Win consist of?

Our Enter-to-Win consists of chances to win prizes from our stores. Each attendee will receive five (5) slips with their event ticket. Slips can be picked up at the Registration Tent and must be dropped off at the Prize & Game Ticket Tent to participate. At 3:30 p.m., we will announce multiple winners at the Prize & Game Ticket Tent.

I still have questions.

Email jellis@tulareoutletcenter.com or call 559-605-6123.

Ready for a day of shopping, saving and FUNdraising?

Tulare Outlets 

1407 Retherford Street, Tulare, CA 93274

Phone: 559-684-9091

 

 

 

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