Jul
2026
July 27th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair has announced the champions from its 2026 Horse Show and Rodeo competitions, recognizing outstanding riders, ropers, and horsemen and horsewomen from across California. Hundreds of competitors showcased the western heritage that has been a cornerstone of the Fair for generations. Read More ›
Jul
2026
July 23rd, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair is giving fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience with the debut of the Tractor Pull Pit Party, taking place on Sunday, July 26, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., before the CMSF Tractor Pull Presented by Slime in the Chumash Grandstand Arena. Read More ›
Jul
2026
July 20th, 2026
Mullets and skate rinks and arcades, oh my! The CA Mid-State Fair returns July 15–26, 2026, with exciting new attractions, food, activities, entertainment, and guest amenities—all set against this year's theme, “Back to the '80s!” Read More ›
Jun
2026
June 25th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair is encouraging community members to sign up now for a variety of fun, hands-on agricultural and equestrian competitions taking place during the 2026 Fair. These events offer participants a chance to do more than attend the Fair—they offer a chance to be part of it. Read More ›
Jun
2026
June 25th, 2026
Tickets are now on sale for two action-packed Chumash Grandstand Arena events during the 2026 Fair: the 805 Beer Country Rodeo Finals on Saturday, July 25, and the CMSF Tractor Pull Presented by Slime on Sunday, July 26. Read More ›
Jun
2026
June 18th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 24th Annual Central Coast Wine Competition and the 11th Annual California Craft Spirits Competition. Read More ›
Jun
2026
June 3rd, 2026
Mission Square Stage: 12 Nights of Local Live Music at the 2026 CA Mid-State Fair New This Year: The Improv Crooner Late Night Sets Read More ›
May
2026
May 26th, 2026
CA Mid-State Fair Announces Star-Studded 2026 Entertainment Lineup, New Happy Hour Specials & Final Chance for 2Fer Tuesday Season Pass Deal Read More ›
May
2026
May 20th, 2026
Highlighting the creativity and local flavor of amateur beermakers from the Central Coast. Read More ›
May
2026
May 18th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair is proud to announce hip hop icon Ice Cube with special guest Warren G will perform on Thursday, July 16, 2026 Read More ›
May
2026
May 18th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair is excited to announce that Willie Nelson & Family will perform at the Chumash Grandstand Arena on Wednesday, July 22 Read More ›
May
2026
May 12th, 2026
Early Bird registration closes May 17 for two premier blind-judged competitions celebrating the region’s top wines and craft spirits Read More ›
May
2026
May 12th, 2026
Volunteers who complete at least 10 hours of service — including one pre-Fair or workday shift and one shift during the Fair — will receive a 2026 Season Pass. Read More ›
May
2026
May 6th, 2026
Celebrating Local Craft, Community, and Central Coast Winemaking Tradition Read More ›
May
2026
May 5th, 2026
California Mid-State Fair Announces “2Fer Tuesday” Season Pass Promotion - ONLY on Tuesdays and only in MAY! Read More ›
Apr
2026
April 27th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce An Evening of Music & Wine featuring legendary rock band Three Dog Night Read More ›
Apr
2026
April 21st, 2026
A Showcase of Precision, Craft, and California Agriculture at Its Finest Read More ›
Apr
2026
April 14th, 2026
Young women across San Luis Obispo County have until this Friday, April 17 to apply for the Miss California Mid-State Fair Scholarship Pageant - and it’s way more than a crown. Read More ›
Apr
2026
April 10th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair is bringing the '80s back to life in a big way as the “Things Can Only Get Better Tour” on Tuesday, July 21. Read More ›
Mar
2026
March 30th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce Lainey Wilson will perform Friday, July 17, 2026. Read More ›
Mar
2026
March 23rd, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair in Paso Robles will host Megadeth live in concert Monday, July 20, with special guest Exodus. Read More ›
Mar
2026
March 23rd, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair in Paso Robles will host Treaty Oak Revival live in concert Thursday, July 23, with special guest William Clark Green Read More ›
Mar
2026
March 9th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair is proud to announce Old Dominion will perform Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Openers are Dasha and Annie Bosko. Read More ›
Mar
2026
March 4th, 2026
Community Exhibits Competitions invite locals to step into the spotlight; monthly crafting classes make it easy. Read More ›
Feb
2026
February 9th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce Eric Church will perform Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 7:30 PM. Read More ›
Feb
2026
February 18th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair is now accepting applications from local artisans and growers to participate in the 2026 Mission Market Place. Read More ›
Feb
2026
February 6th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to host the Central Coast Olive Oil Competition, Central Coast Wine Competition, and Central Coast Craft Spirits Competition. Read More ›
Jan
2026
January 27th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair announces its official Fair theme: Back to the 80’s. The theme marks the Fair’s 80th anniversary, honoring eight decades of agriculture, entertainment, creativity, and community. Read More ›
Jan
2026
January 8th, 2026
The California Mid-State Fair is thrilled to announce that Chris Stapleton will headline a special Pre-Fair Concert on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – one night before the Fair officially opens Read More ›
Aug
2025
August 6th, 2025
2025 Preliminary Results Wrap-Up - Includes attendance, auction amounts, competition results and more. Read More ›
Jul
2025
July 27th, 2025
The CA Mid-State Fair is thrilled to invite guests to the Monster Truck Pit Party tonight from 5:30 PM to 6:40 PM. Read More ›
Jul
2025
July 17th, 2025
The 2025 Miss California Mid-State Fair Scholarship Pageant crowned Skye Davis of Paso Robles as 2025 Queen. Read More ›
Jul
2025
July 17th, 2025
Congressman Panetta, Senator Laird, and State Treasurer Fiona Ma to Speak at Building Trades Informational Meeting – July 18 at CA Mid-State Fair Read More ›
Jul
2025
July 14th, 2025
Concertgoers have the option to upgrade their evening with the Hospitality Tent add-on, available for all concerts in the Chumash Grandstand Arena. Read More ›
Jul
2025
July 11th, 2025
The public in s invited to the Fair's Opening Ceremonies on Wednesday, July 16 at 3:45 PM, officially kicking off the 2025 Fair. Read More ›
Jul
2025
July 10th, 2025
The deadline to apply for the 2025 Friends of the Fair volunteer program is Thursday, July 11, 2025. Come join us! Read More ›
Jul
2025
July 9th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is excited to announce G. Love & Special Sauce will be opening for David Lee Roth Read More ›
Jul
2025
July 8th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that discounted daily admission tickets are now available at participating Farm Supply Company stores on the Central Coast. Read More ›
Jun
2025
June 27th, 2025
Get ready! The Viva La Quebradita Tour is coming to the California Mid-State Fair on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at 7:30 PM in the Chumash Grandstand Arena. The night will feature an electric lineup of regional Mexican favorites: El Mexicano, Arkangel R-15, and Ezequiel Peña Jr. y Su Vallarta. Read More ›
Jun
2025
June 19th, 2025
Tickets to the 805 Country Rodeo Finals, presented by Hearst, and Monster Truck Takeover, presented by Slime, will go on sale Tuesday, June 24 at 10:00 AM. Read More ›
Jun
2025
June 13th, 2025
Calling All Singers: National Anthem Auditions Now Open for 2025 California Mid-State Fair Read More ›
Jun
2025
June 12th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is proud to once again present the Myra Wilde Special Stars Division, sponsored by Mechanics Bank, a unique exhibition category within the Fair’s competitive exhibits program. Read More ›
Jun
2025
June 9th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is proud to honor the hard-working men and women of San Luis Obispo County’s agriculture community during Cattlemen & Farmers Day on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Read More ›
Jun
2025
June 6th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is now accepting online applications for a variety of employment and volunteer opportunities for the 2025 Fair, which runs July 16 through July 27. Read More ›
Jun
2025
June 2nd, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the following performers for the 805 Beer Frontier Stage, presented by Casey Printing. All shows start at 8:00 PM and are free with your paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
May
2025
May 30th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is excited to announce the 2025 lineup for the Mission Square Stage. All shows are free with paid admission and begin at 7:00 PM unless otherwise noted. Read More ›
May
2025
May 20th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Home Brew Competition sponsored by Doc’s Cellar. Read More ›
May
2025
May 19th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is proud to announce that rising country-rock powerhouse The Red Clay Strays will perform on Monday, July 21, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Read More ›
May
2025
May 9th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is thrilled to announce that rock icon David Lee Roth will perform on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Read More ›
May
2025
May 6th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Home Wine Competition. Read More ›
May
2025
May 1st, 2025
Fairgoers can double their excitement by purchasing one season pass and receiving a second pass absolutely free.. The “2-Fer Tuesday” deal is available ONLY on TUESDAYS in May—specifically on May 6, 13, 20, and 27 Read More ›
Apr
2025
April 21st, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Juntos, the exciting collaboration between Josi Cuen and Jorge Medina, has been confirmed to perform at the 2025 Fair. The show will take place on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at the Chumash Grandstand Arena at 7:30 PM. Read More ›
Apr
2025
April 23rd, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is proud to announce its Central Coast Olive Oil Competition results from the 2025 competition which featured premier oils produced across California. Read More ›
Mar
2025
March 25th, 2025
Cash Prizes! Still Exhibits, Horse Show, and Livestock Handbooks Available Now! Read More ›
Mar
2025
March 17th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is thrilled to announce that country music star and proud California native Jon Pardi will perform on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 7:30 PM. Read More ›
Mar
2025
March 5th, 2025
The Poultry Show and Dairy Cattle Show, will not take place during the 2025 CA Mid-State Fair Read More ›
Mar
2025
March 3rd, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is excited to announce that country music superstar Keith Urban will perform on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM. Read More ›
Feb
2025
February 28th, 2025
A no-obligation orientation meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 2, at 5:30 PM in the Administration Office at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Feb
2025
February 25th, 2025
The Online registration is now open for two annual competitions coming out of the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Feb
2025
February 24th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is excited to announce that global hip-hop sensation Flo Rida will perform on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 7:30 PM. An opening act will be announced at a later time. The concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center and is part of the Michelob Ultra Concert Series. Read More ›
Feb
2025
February 17th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is excited to announce that country music sensation Bailey Zimmerman will perform on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Special guests Dylan Marlowe & Drew Baldridge will start the show at 7:30 PM. The concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center and is part of the Michelob Ultra Concert Series. Read More ›
Feb
2025
February 11th, 2025
The Online registration is now open for three prestigious competitions coming out of the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Feb
2025
February 10th, 2025
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce 311 has been confirmed to perform on Friday, July 18, 2025. Special guest Iration will open the show at 7:30 pm. The show will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center and is part of Michelob Ultra Concert Series. Read More ›
Feb
2025
February 3rd, 2025
he California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce multi-platinum selling artist Cody Johnson has been confirmed to perform in concert on Saturday, July 19, 2025. The show will open with Randall King at 7:30 pm. The concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center and is part of the Michelob Ultra Concert Series. Read More ›
Oct
2024
October 22nd, 2024
Save the date! Local businesses are encouraged to start entering the Central Coast Wine, Spirits and Olive Oil Competitions as early as February. Also, community members can browse our Still Exhibit, Horse Show and Livestock competition handbooks starting in March, leaving plenty of time for those creative juices to flow! Read More ›
Aug
2024
August 6th, 2024
CEO Colleen Bojorquez said, “On behalf of the Staff and the Board of Directors, we are thrilled with the results of the 2024 California Mid-State Fair. The support from the community to celebrate the traditions of San Luis Obispo County and to see the staff’s hard work is truly inspiring. We couldn’t do it without you.” Read More ›
Jul
2024
July 18th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that 18-year-old Megan Pagnini of Paso Robles, has been crowned the 2024 Miss California Mid-State Fair Queen and Miss Congeniality. Read More ›
Jul
2024
July 16th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is excited to share the return of our specialty days where guests can enjoy perks during their visit. Read More ›
Jul
2024
July 15th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to offer patrons the opportunity to park off-site and then catch a FREE ride to the Fair! Look for the SLO Safe Ride shuttles, operating each day of the Fair. Read More ›
Jul
2024
July 11th, 2024
ALL entrants into the Fairgrounds through the “Rodeo Gate” will need valid admission, (ticket, pass, Fair-issued photo id) and a valid vehicle/trailer pass. Read More ›
Jul
2024
July 10th, 2024
Exciting News…… We are starting to release electronic Box Office tickets. Please be patient as concert tickets, admissions and season passes are being released in batches due to the volume of tickets and scheduled dates to be sent. All tickets will be sent by Monday, July 15, 2024. Read More ›
Jun
2024
June 21st, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the following performers for the 805 Beer Frontier Stage. All shows are free with your paid admission to the Fair and start at 8:00 pm. The concert series is presented by Five Cities Water Systems. Read More ›
Jun
2024
June 20th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 22nd Annual Central Coast Wine Competition (CCWC) presented by Bank of the Sierra and KRUSH 92.5 FM and the 9th Annual California Craft Spirits Competition (CCSC) presented by Visit Atascadero. Read More ›
Jun
2024
June 11th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that tickets to the Country Rodeo Finals, presented by Hearst, and the Monster Truck Madness, presented by Zero Nox and Slime, are on sale now. Read More ›
Jun
2024
June 5th, 2024
Online applications are now being accepted for the Fair’s “Junior Fairboard” volunteer program. The California Mid-State Fair Junior Fairboard consists of young people between 16 and 25 years of age living in San Luis Obispo County. Read More ›
Jun
2024
June 4th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is once again teaming up with Helm & Sons Amusements to offer FREE carnival rides on Opening Day, Wednesday, July 17, 2024. The fairgrounds main gate and carnival open at 4:00 pm and will be open until fair closing at midnight. Read More ›
Jun
2024
June 3rd, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that pre-sale Daily Admission tickets are now available for purchase at local Farm Supply Company stores located in Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo, Arroyo Grande, and Santa Maria. Read More ›
May
2024
May 30th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for National Anthem singers. Each year the California Mid-State Fair offers local singers the opportunity to sing the National Anthem prior to the start of Chumash Grandstand Arena shows. Read More ›
May
2024
May 24th, 2024
Ticket prices for the show are $125, $100, $70, and $50 and will go on sale Friday, May 31, 2024, starting at 10:00 am to the general public. Read More ›
May
2024
May 21st, 2024
Arroyo Grande Man Takes Best of Show! The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Home Brew Competition sponsored by Doc’s Cellar. Read More ›
May
2024
May 20th, 2024
Online applications are now being accepted for multiple employment and volunteer opportunities at the 2024 California Mid-State Fair. The Fair is looking for people who would be interested in temporary work this summer in the categories of Admissions, Event Staff, Maintenance, and Stagehands. Read More ›
May
2024
May 13th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Cheap Trick has been confirmed to perform in concert Friday, July 26 at 7:30 pm. Read More ›
May
2024
May 13th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce Sublime with Rome have been confirmed to perform on Friday, July 19. Read More ›
May
2024
May 8th, 2024
Twenty local artisans and producers will be chosen to participate this summer. Read More ›
May
2024
May 7th, 2024
Santa Maria Man Takes Best of Show Read More ›
Apr
2024
April 30th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the following performers for the Mission Square Stage, presented by The Tire Store. All shows are free with your paid admission to the Fair and start at 7:00 pm every night. Read More ›
Apr
2024
April 29th, 2024
During the month of May – on each Tuesday only – Season Passes are BOGO! Read More ›
Apr
2024
April 25th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce Carin León has been confirmed to perform on Monday, July 22. Read More ›
Apr
2024
April 23rd, 2024
Calivirgin was named the 2024 Olive Oil Producer of the Year, for the second year in a row. Read More ›
Apr
2024
April 22nd, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce comedian Nate Bargatze has been confirmed to perform live on Thursday, July 18. Read More ›
Apr
2024
April 8th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that three-time GRAMMY Award-winner Miranda Lambert will perform in concert on Wednesday, July 17. Read More ›
Mar
2024
March 25th, 2024
The Queen will receive a $2,500.00 cash prize (previously $1,000.00), 1st Princess will receive $1,000.00 (previously $500.00), and 2nd Princess will receive $500.00 (previously $250.00). Newly added cash prize winnings will also include Miss Congeniality $250.00, Interview $100.00, and Talent $100.00. Contestants also receive swag and prizes from local businesses. Read More ›
Mar
2024
March 19th, 2024
Still Exhibits, Horse Show, and Livestock Handbooks Available Online! Read More ›
Mar
2024
March 18th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce TLC & Shaggy have been confirmed to perform in concert on Thursday, July 25. Read More ›
Mar
2024
March 11th, 2024
This two-day event will feature over 50 indoor and outdoor vendors related to home improvement, home decor, recreation, and lifestyle needs. Patrons will have the opportunity to meet directly with local businesses, talk to experts and experience new products. Read More ›
Mar
2024
March 4th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Nickelback has been confirmed to perform in concert on Wednesday, July 24. Read More ›
Feb
2024
February 26th, 2024
The Central Coast Home Winemaking and Home Brewing Competitions, hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair, are now accepting entries. Read More ›
Feb
2024
February 16th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce GRAMMY nominated Jelly Roll has been confirmed to perform in concert on Tuesday, July 23. Read More ›
Feb
2024
February 12th, 2024
Contestants will receive swag, with the Queen receiving a $1,000.00 cash prize and 1st Princess $500.00 and 2nd Princess $250.00 and receiving prizes from local businesses. The pageant takes place on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:00 pm on the Frontier Stage. This show is free to watch with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Feb
2024
February 8th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is not affiliated with any third-party ticket company or selling sites. We cannot guarantee that tickets purchased from other sources are legitimate nor will we be able to assist you if there is a problem with tickets purchased from such companies. Read More ›
Feb
2024
February 5th, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce Zac Brown Band has been confirmed to perform in concert on Sunday, July 21. Read More ›
Feb
2024
February 1st, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is now accepting online registration for the Central Coast Wine, Olive Oil, Spirits, and Vinegar Competitions. Read More ›
Jan
2024
January 31st, 2024
The California Mid-State Fair is excited to announce a new “Local Fan of the Fair” program that will allow the most eager fans 1-hour early access to purchase tickets to their favorite shows coming to the Fair this summer. Read More ›
Jan
2024
January 22nd, 2024
The Paso Robles Event Center is excited to announce a new event, “SLO Living Home & Outdoor Expo” coming in March 2024. The event is free to the public and will take place March 16 and 17 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Jan
2024
January 8th, 2024
Online applications are now being accepted for singers and bands who wish to perform at the 2024 California Mid-State Fair. Local bands will have the opportunity to play the Mission Square Stage, Island Stage, or at La Cantina. Read More ›
Nov
2023
November 30th, 2023
The Paso Robles Event Center is pleased to announce the Winter edition of the Mid-State Fair Market, a three-day shopping experience featuring over 30 local vendors selling holiday gifts, home decor, jewelry, clothing, art, baked goods and other culinary treats. Old West Cinnamon Rolls will make a special holiday appearance with their hot, sweet delicacies with additional food and beverage options also available. Admission and parking are free! Read More ›
Nov
2023
November 6th, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair has chosen a new theme for 2024, featuring the tagline “Wide Open Spaces!” Read More ›
Sep
2023
September 25th, 2023
New vendors will be selected on space availability, product balance within the Fair, uniqueness, and appeal of the product. Also taken into consideration is previous event/festival experience and the ability to set-up a professional, attractive display. Read More ›
Aug
2023
August 16th, 2023
The Lodi California family-owned business had 9 total entries entered and 8 received medals: Best of Show Flavored, Best of Class Hot, 4 Golds, 3 Silvers and 1 Bronze. Read More ›
Aug
2023
August 15th, 2023
Registration will open February 5, 2024 Read More ›
Aug
2023
August 3rd, 2023
The 77th annual California Mid-State Fair returned for 12 full days of fun July 19-30 with a theme of “Shake, Rattle & Roll!” In addition to the usual attractions of 4-H and FFA Exhibitors, Carnival Rides & Games, Exhibits, Food, Shopping and Live Music… the Fair was also highlighted by the return of the popular dance area, La Cantina, and Barnyard Races! Read More ›
Aug
2023
August 2nd, 2023
Lost and Found, from Fairtime, will be stored at the Administration Office for inquiry and/or available for pick up until closing on August 31, 2023 at which time it will either be destroyed or donated, whichever is applicable. Read More ›
Jul
2023
July 25th, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to be able to showcase a wide variety of exhibits daily throughout the duration of the Fair. Come visit Ponderosa Pavilion (adult) and Frontier Pavilion (youth) to see exhibits displaying everything from Agriculture to Arts in all forms… including photography, paintings, and produce from local gardeners! Read More ›
Jul
2023
July 23rd, 2023
Don’t worry if you’ve missed the first few days of the Fair as we have a stacked lineup planned for every night of the Fair starting each night at 7:00 pm! Read More ›
Jul
2023
July 22nd, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to bring back La Cantina to Frontier Town in 2023, proudly sponsored by CoastHills Credit Union! During the day you can sit beneath the shady oak tree and enjoy food and drinks at the picnic tables. And then in the evening, get ready to dance the night away! Read More ›
Jul
2023
July 21st, 2023
Gates open at Noon each Friday, Saturday and Sunday and feature special attractions like the Diaper Dash and Kids Pedal Tractor Races! Read More ›
Jul
2023
July 20th, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that 20-year-old Kerrigan Jensen, of Santa Margarita, has been crowned the 2023 Miss California Mid-State Fair Queen. Read More ›
Jul
2023
July 20th, 2023
Join us for Seniors Day, Kids Day, and Armed Forces Day! Read More ›
Jul
2023
July 19th, 2023
The Industrial Arts Auction preview takes place tomorrow, Thursday, July 20 at 11:00 am in the Edna Valley Barn and is followed by the Auction and Awards at Noon. Read More ›
Jul
2023
July 18th, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to offer patrons the opportunity to park off-site and then catch a free ride to the Fair! Look for the American Star buses, operating each day of the Fair form 4:00pm until 12:30am. Read More ›
Jul
2023
Jul
2023
July 17th, 2023
The Paso Robles Event Center is pleased to welcome everyone to the 77th edition of the California Mid-State Fair, running July 19-30, 2023! Some important reminders: Read More ›
Jun
2023
June 23rd, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that discount pre sale Daily Admission tickets are now available for purchase at local Farm Supply Company stores around San Luis Obispo County. Read More ›
Jun
2023
June 22nd, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 21st Annual Central Coast Wine Competition (CCWC) presented by Bank of the Sierra and KRUSH 92.5 FM and the 8th Annual California Craft Spirits Competition (CCSC) presented by Visit Atascadero. Read More ›
Jun
2023
June 21st, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that a brand-new show, Extreme Truck Madness, will take place on Sunday, July 30, 2023. Read More ›
Jun
2023
June 20th, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that the Wrangler Country Rodeo Finals presented by Hearst will take place on Saturday, July 29, 2023. The exciting night will return to the Main Grandstand Arena and start at 7:00 pm. Read More ›
Jun
2023
June 19th, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce all the special guests joining our stacked lineup this summer. Some dates do not include a special guest and are noted below. Tickets for all the Grandstand Arena concerts are on sale now at www.MidStateFair.com. Read More ›
Jun
2023
June 12th, 2023
The Concert Series is presented by Five Cities Water Systems Read More ›
Jun
2023
June 6th, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is teaming up with Helm & Sons Amusements to offer FREE carnival rides to all patrons on Wednesday, July 19, 2023. Read More ›
May
2023
May
2023
May 30th, 2023
Tickets On Sale THIS Friday JUNE 2 @ 10:00am Read More ›
May
2023
May 30th, 2023
Tickets On Sale THIS Friday JUNE 2 @ 10:00am Read More ›
May
2023
May 25th, 2023
San Luis Obispo Man Takes Best of Show Read More ›
May
2023
May 22nd, 2023
Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10:00 am! Read More ›
May
2023
May 19th, 2023
Hospitality Tent Tickets Are Still Available for Concert Goers! Read More ›
May
2023
May 16th, 2023
Applications for the 2023 California Mid-State Fair’s Mission Market Place are now available! The Mission Market Place is designed to showcase the Central Coast’s best products and locally made goods. Read More ›
May
2023
May 9th, 2023
Santa Ynez Man Takes Best of Show Read More ›
May
2023
May 8th, 2023
The Fair is looking for people who would be interested in temporary work this summer in the categories of Admissions, Event Staff, Maintenance, Stagehands, and more! Read More ›
May
2023
May 2nd, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the following performers for the Mission Square Stage. All shows are free with your paid admission to the Fair and start at 7:00 pm every night. Read More ›
May
2023
May 1st, 2023
This will be Luke Bryan’s second appearance at the California Mid-State Fair, having completely sold out the Main Grandstand in 2018. Read More ›
Apr
2023
April 25th, 2023
The Central Coast Olive Oil Competition has released the results from the 2023 competition which featured premier oils produced across California. Read More ›
Apr
2023
April 25th, 2023
Buy 1 California Mid-State Fair Season Pass, Get 1 Free! Read More ›
Apr
2023
April 20th, 2023
Ticket prices for the show are $30, $50, and $75 and will go on sale Thursday, April 27, 2023, starting at 10:00 am. Read More ›
Apr
2023
April 10th, 2023
Lou Gramm, original lead vocalist of Foreigner, will be Special Guest! Tickets on sale THIS Friday APRIL 14 @ 10:00am Read More ›
Apr
2023
April 3rd, 2023
Commercial Wineries, Distilleries, and Businesses are encouraged to enter Read More ›
Mar
2023
March 31st, 2023
Tickets on sale Friday APRIL 7 @ 10:00 am Read More ›
Mar
2023
March 28th, 2023
ENTER YOUR APPLE PIES, SALSA, FLOWERS AND VEGGIES THIS SUMMER! It is time to enter! The 2023 Horse Show, Livestock and Still Exhibit Competition Handbooks are now available. Read More ›
Mar
2023
March 20th, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce a new honor for the Central Coast Olive Oil Competition, “Olive Oil Producer of the Year”. This title will be awarded to the producer with the highest placing olive oils in the competition. Read More ›
Mar
2023
March 17th, 2023
The Central Coast Home Brewing Competition hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair and sponsored by Doc’s Cellar is now accepting entries. Read More ›
Mar
2023
March 13th, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that superstar Tim McGraw has been confirmed to perform in concert on Wednesday, July 19 at 7:30pm. An opening act will be confirmed at a later date. Read More ›
Mar
2023
March 6th, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce a new online auction in 2023 for the Meat Rabbit Pens, Market Broiler Pens and Market Turkeys. Read More ›
Feb
2023
February 27th, 2023
The Central Coast Home Winemaking Competition hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair is now accepting entries. The competition will take place in May and feature wines made from San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Monterey counties. Read More ›
Feb
2023
February 16th, 2023
Applications are now being accepted for the 2023 Miss California Mid-State Fair Scholarship Pageant. Contestants must be between the ages of 17-24 on opening day of the Fair, Wednesday, July 19, 2023, and be a current resident of San Luis Obispo County, and have never been married. Read More ›
Feb
2023
February 6th, 2023
Online applications are now being accepted for singers and bands who wish to perform at the 2023 California Mid-State Fair. The Fair features multiple stages and is looking to book music acts in any genre, but primarily country, rock, pop and soul. Read More ›
Jan
2023
January 31st, 2023
The early bird registration period is now through Friday, March 24 and is $65 per entry. From Saturday, March 25 to Sunday, April 2, registration increases to $75 per entry. Read More ›
Jan
2023
January 30th, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music rising superstar Parker McCollum has been confirmed to perform in concert on Tuesday, July 25 at 7:30 pm. Ian Munsick has been confirmed as the special guest/opening act. The concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. This will be McCollum’s first performance at the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Jan
2023
January 30th, 2023
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Styx has been confirmed to perform in concert Friday, July 28 at 7:30 pm. An Evening of Music & Wine featuring Styx will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Jan
2023
January 17th, 2023
Get ready to "Shake, Rattle & Roll" your way down the Midway! Read More ›
Aug
2022
August 4th, 2022
“Full Steam Ahead!” theme proves to be prophetic! Read More ›
Jul
2022
July 29th, 2022
Due to circumstances related to Covid-19, Al Jardine, Carnie Wilson and Wendy Wilson will not be appearing at the Al Jardine Family & Friends concert being held tonight, July 29 at 8:00pm on the Frontier Stage. Read More ›
Jul
2022
July 20th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that 17-year-old Brooke Smith of Templeton has been crowned the 2022 Miss California Mid-State Fair Queen and Miss Congeniality. Read More ›
Jul
2022
July 14th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Colt Ford has been added to the star-studded 2022 Michelob Ultra Concert Series. Ford will be performing live on Tuesday, July 26 at 7:30 pm in the Main Grandstand Arena. The concert will be “Free” with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jul
2022
July 11th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is excited to share the return of our specialty days where guests can enjoy perks during their visit. Read More ›
Jun
2022
June 29th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 2022 Home Brew Competition sponsored by Five Cities Water Systems and Doc’s Cellar. Central coast brewers alike were represented well with entries of all styles. Read More ›
Jun
2022
June 27th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the final event of the 2022 Fair, “Tractor Pull and Freestyle Motocross”. The action-packed event will take place on Sunday, July 31, 2022, in the Main Grandstand Arena starting at 7:00 pm. Read More ›
Jun
2022
June 21st, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for National Anthem singers. Each year the California Mid-State Fair offers local singers the opportunity to sing the National Anthem prior to the start of Chumash Grandstand Arena shows. Read More ›
Jun
2022
June 20th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 20th Annual Central Coast Wine Competition (CCWC) presented by Bank of the Sierra and KRUSH 92.5 FM, 7th Annual California Craft Spirits Competition (CCSC) and the 9th Annual Central Coast Vinegar Competition (CCVC). Read More ›
Jun
2022
June 15th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that the Country Rodeo Finals will take place on Saturday, July 30, 2022. The exciting night will return to the Main Grandstand Arena and start at 7:00 pm. Read More ›
Jun
2022
June 10th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is excited to welcome back Helm and Sons Amusements, Inc. of Colton, California as the carnival provider for the 2022 Fair. Read More ›
Jun
2022
June 9th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the following performers for the Frontier Stage. All shows are free with your paid admission to the Fair and start at 8:00 pm every night. Read More ›
Jun
2022
June 8th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Caylee Hammack has been confirmed as special guest for the Darius Rucker concert on July 21, 2022. Read More ›
May
2022
May 27th, 2022
Applications are available online and are due Friday, June 10 Read More ›
May
2022
May 18th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the following performers for the Mission Square Stage. All shows are free with your paid admission to the Fair and start at 7:00 pm every night. Read More ›
May
2022
May 17th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 2022 Home Wine Competition. Central Coast home winemakers alike were represented by a solid number of total entries and gold medals awarded. Read More ›
May
2022
May 13th, 2022
Deadline for your online payment is May 31, 2022. Read More ›
May
2022
May 13th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Santana has been confirmed to perform in concert on Saturday, July 23 at 7:30 pm. An opening act will be announced at a later date. The concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. This will be Santana’s first appearance at the CA Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Apr
2022
April 28th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Season Passes to the 2022 California Mid-State Fair will be again offered through our “2-Fer Tuesday” promotion. The promotion begins next week. Read More ›
Apr
2022
April 27th, 2022
The Central Coast Home Brewing Competition hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair and sponsored by Five Cities Water Systems and Doc’s Cellar is now accepting entries. The competition will take place in June and feature beer, ciders and perry’s made from both San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. Read More ›
Apr
2022
April 22nd, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Journey has been confirmed to perform in concert on Wednesday, July 20 at 7:30 pm. An opening act will be announced at a later date. The concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. This will be the band’s fourth appearance at the Fair, having last performed eight years ago in 2014. Read More ›
Apr
2022
April 20th, 2022
The Central Coast Olive Oil Competition has released the results from the 2022 competition which featured premier oils produced across California. Rancho Azul y Oro Olive Farm (San Miguel) took home Best of Show Flavored. Cobram Estate (Woodland) Olivaia’s OLA (Lindsay) and Royal Oil (Paso Robles) took home the other 3 coveted Best of Show Robust, Delicate and Medium awards respectfully. Read More ›
Apr
2022
April 6th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is now accepting entries for the commercial competitions including the California Craft Spirits Competition, Central Coast Vinegar Competition and the Central Coast Wine Competition. Read More ›
Apr
2022
April 4th, 2022
Applications for the 2022 California Mid-State Fair’s Mission Market Place are now available! The Mission Market Place is designed to showcase the Central Coast’s best products and locally made goods. It will give twenty artisans, growers, and producers a home to showcase their locally grown or hand-crafted items to over 420,000 fairgoers. Product examples could include things like honey, olive oil, spices, nuts, teas, breads, baked goods, dried fruit, jerky, preserved foods, artisan cheese, coffee, as well as hand crafted or repurposed items. Read More ›
Mar
2022
March 29th, 2022
The 2022 Horse Show, Livestock and Still Exhibit Competition Handbooks are now available on the official California Mid-State Fair website. Read More ›
Mar
2022
March 25th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Los Tigres del Norte has been confirmed to perform in concert Wednesday, July 27 at 7:30 pm. The concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Mar
2022
March 18th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that John Fogerty has been confirmed to perform in concert Friday, July 29 at 7:30 pm. An Evening of Music & Wine with John Fogerty will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Mar
2022
March 14th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair Board of Directors announced the appointment of Colleen Bojorquez as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the California Mid-State Fair and Paso Robles Event Center, effective March 1, 2022. Bojorquez was named Interim CEO in 2020, at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More ›
Mar
2022
March 4th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that the Live To Rock Tour has been confirmed to perform in concert Monday, July 25 at 7:30 pm. The show consists of Skid Row and Warrant, with special guest Quiet Riot and Kip Winger Unplugged. The concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Mar
2022
March 1st, 2022
Applications are now being accepted for the 2022 Miss California Mid-State Fair Scholarship Pageant. Contestants must be between the ages of 17-24 on opening day of the 2022 Fair, be a current resident of San Luis Obispo County, and have never been married. Read More ›
Feb
2022
February 28th, 2022
The registration period is now through Friday, April 22 and is $7 per entry. Read More ›
Feb
2022
February 18th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music superstar Kane Brown has been confirmed to perform in concert on Thursday, July 28 at 7:30 pm. An opening act will be announced at a later date. Kane Brown’s concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. This will be Kane Brown’s first-ever appearance at the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Feb
2022
February 4th, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that GRAMMY-nominated Nashville band Old Dominion has been confirmed to perform in concert on Friday, July 22 at 7:30 pm. An opening act will be announced at a later date. Old Dominion’s concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. This is the band’s second appearance at the California Mid-State Fair, having last performed in 2019. Read More ›
Feb
2022
February 1st, 2022
The early bird registration period is now through Friday, March 26, and is $65 per entry. Read More ›
Jan
2022
January 21st, 2022
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that three-time GRAMMY Award winner Darius Rucker has been confirmed to perform in concert on Thursday, July 21 at 7:30 pm. An opening act will be announced at a later date. Rucker’s concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. This is his first performance at the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Dec
2021
December 8th, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that reigning CMA Awards Female Vocalist of the Year Carly Pearce has been confirmed as the special guest for the Dan + Shay concert taking place on Sunday, July 24 at 7:30 pm in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Dec
2021
December 3rd, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country/pop superstars Dan + Shay have been confirmed to perform in concert on Sunday, July 24 at 7:30 pm. An opening act will be announced at a later date. Dan + Shay’s concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. This is the duo’s first-ever performance at the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Sep
2021
Aug
2021
August 11th, 2021
Rebounding from a 2020 which saw the California Mid-State Fair completely cancelled due to Covid-19, the 2021 Fair returned for 12 full days, Jul 21 – Aug 1. Following all current safety protocols from the State and County, the Fair featured all the usual attractions: 4-H and FFA Exhibitors, Carnival rides, Exhibits, Food, Shopping and Live Music – albeit in a ‘modified’ fashion. The Fair was technically celebrating its 75th anniversary. Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 27th, 2021
The 2021 Industrial Arts Auction was held on Thursday, July 22 during Cattlemen & Farmers Day at the California Mid-State Fair. This year’s auction, with auctioneer Rick Machado, brought in $102,000, thanks to generous support from the community. Over $750,000 has been brought in since the auction began over 20 years ago. Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 25th, 2021
Results from the 2021 CMSF Country Rodeo Finals Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 23rd, 2021
National Hot Rod Association racer Alexis DeJoria will appear and sign autographs at the California Mid-State Fair on Tuesday, July 27 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 21st, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that 21-year-old Yvette Florentino of Arroyo Grande has been crowned the 2021 Miss California Mid-State Fair Queen. 18-year-old Cassidie Banish of San Miguel was the 1st Runner Up, 23-year-old Megan Moffat of Paso Robles was 2nd Runner Up, and 20-year-old Haley Fredrick of Paso Robles was named Miss Congeniality. Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 21st, 2021
As residents and guests prepare for a visit to the California Mid-State Fair in Paso Robles, the Fair and County Public Health Department remind everyone to take precautions to stay healthy and safe. Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 21st, 2021
See the full list of winners from the 2021 Central Coast Wine Competition Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 20th, 2021
Every year the California Mid-State Fair invites the public to take part in a wide variety of contests! Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 19th, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is proud to partner with Wallace Home Medical Supplies to offer fairgoers the availability of wheelchairs for rent in 2021! Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 19th, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair regrets to announce the cancelation of the Bret Michaels’ concert, set for Wednesday, July 21, 2021. Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 19th, 2021
Due to the ongoing concerns regarding the outbreak of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (RHDV2) in California, the California Mid-State Fair regrets to announce the postponement of the Youth Rabbit Show for 2021 Fair. The show will be rescheduled at a later date. Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 13th, 2021
IF YOU HAVE LOST AN ITEM CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE AN INQUIRY FORM. YOU CANNOT RETRIEVE AN ITEM WITHOUT COMPLETING THE FORM. Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 12th, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce music star Uncle Kracker has been confirmed to perform in concert on Wednesday, July 28 at 7:30 PM. This concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center and is FREE with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 7th, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 2021 Home Brew Competition. After a year away central coast brewers alike were represented well with entries of all styles. Read More ›
Jul
2021
July 1st, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce country music star Madi Diaz has been confirmed as the special guest for Little Big Town on July 30. Ticket prices for the show are $81.50 (General Admission seating) and $126.50 (Reserved seating) and are on sale now ONLY at www.MidStateFair.com. Read More ›
Jun
2021
June 30th, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that after over a year removed due to the pandemic, the Fair is back with Bret Michaels, music icon and humanitarian of the year award recipient, bringing the biggest party of the summer to Paso Robles! Michaels’ “Nothin’ But A Good Vibe” summer concert will take place on Opening Day of the 2021 Fair, Wednesday, July 21 at 7:30 pm, in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Jun
2021
June 25th, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that world-wide superstar Jason Derulo has been confirmed to perform in concert on Sunday, August 1. The show will begin with a live DJ promptly at 7:30 pm. Jason Derulo’s concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center and will mark his first-ever appearance at the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Jun
2021
June 24th, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Latino fan-favorite Pancho Barraza has been confirmed to perform in concert on Thursday, July 29. The show will begin with a special performance from Cuisillos at 7:30 pm. Pancho Barraza’s concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center and will mark his first-ever appearance at the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Jun
2021
June 21st, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music legend Dwight Yoakam has been confirmed to perform in concert on Thursday, July 22 at 7:30 pm. An opening act will be announced at a later date. Dwight Yoakam’s concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Jun
2021
Jun
2021
Jun
2021
June 14th, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the following performers for the Frontier Stage and Mission Square Stage. All shows are free with your paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
Jun
2021
June 9th, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music superstars Little Big Town have been confirmed to perform in concert on Friday, July 30 at 7:30 pm. Read More ›
Jun
2021
June 9th, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music superstars Big & Rich have been confirmed to perform in concert on Friday, July 23 at 7:30 pm. Read More ›
Jun
2021
June 2nd, 2021
Applications are now being accepted for the 2021 Miss California Mid-State Fair Scholarship Pageant. Contestants must be between the ages of 17-24 on opening day of the 2021 Fair, be a current resident of San Luis Obispo County, and have never been married. Read More ›
May
2021
May 20th, 2021
Online applications are now being accepted for multiple employment opportunities at the 2021 California Mid-State Fair. The Fair is looking for people who would be interested in temporary work this summer in the categories of Admissions, Event Staff, Maintenance and Administration. Read More ›
May
2021
May 18th, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 2021 Home Wine Competition. Central Coast home winemakers alike were represented by all-time records in the number of total entries and gold medals awarded. Read More ›
May
2021
May 13th, 2021
Online applications are now being accepted for singers and bands who wish to perform at the 2021 California Mid-State Fair. The Fair features multiple stages and is looking to book music acts in any genre, but primarily country, rock, pop and soul. Read More ›
Jun
2021
June 18th, 2021
The Paso Robles Event Center and California Mid-State Fair’s (CMSF) number one priority is the health and safety of our guests and team members. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are taking the preventative measures recommended by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the San Luis Obispo County Department of Public Health (SLOCDPH) to safely return to live events. Read More ›
May
2021
May 10th, 2021
The Paso Robles Event Center is pleased to announce the 2021 California Mid-State Fair is happening as scheduled, and we “Can’t Wait To See You!” Get ready for the 75th edition of the Fair… full of animals, agriculture, live performances, carnival rides, shopping, exhibits and food… all happening July 21-August 1, 2021. Read More ›
Apr
2021
April 26th, 2021
The Central Coast Home Brewing Competition hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair is now accepting entries. The competition will take place in June and feature beer, ciders and perrys made from both San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. Read More ›
Apr
2021
April 12th, 2021
The Central Coast Olive Oil Competition has released the results from the 2021 competition, which featured premier oils produced across California. Pleasant Valley Farms, hailing from Aptos, emerged as the producer of the Best of Show entry along with Lodi’s Calivirgin taking Best of Show Flavored Read More ›
Apr
2021
April 5th, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is now accepting entries for the commercial competitions including the California Craft Spirits Competition (CCSC), Central Coast Vinegar Competition (CCVC) and the Central Coast Wine Competition (CCWC). Each one will take place in June and follow all health and safety protocols. Read More ›
Mar
2021
March 29th, 2021
Enter the California Mid-State Fair in 2021! The Livestock and Still Exhibit Competition Handbooks are now available online. Livestock includes Market, Breeding, Dairy and Small Animals. Still Exhibits include departments like Fine Arts, Flowers, Farm Art, Home Arts, Photography and Produce. Read More ›
Mar
2021
March 1st, 2021
The Central Coast Home Winemaking Competition hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair is now accepting entries. The competition will take place in May and feature wines made from both San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. Read More ›
Feb
2021
February 18th, 2021
The Paso Robles Event Center is pleased to announce the Mid-State Fair Market, a monthly outdoor shopping experience beginning in March 2021. The Mid-State Fair Market is a one-day opportunity to find antiques, new and used items, plus handmade items from local artisans and crafters. Featured vendors will have apparel, beauty products and items for your home, garden, or kitchen. Admission is free! Read More ›
Feb
2021
February 1st, 2021
The California Mid-State Fair is continuing discussions for hosting a 2021 Fair. The annual event is currently scheduled to take place July 21 – August 1. Read More ›
Feb
2021
February 1st, 2021
The Central Coast Olive Oil Competition, hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair and in partnership with the Lodi Grape Festival, is now accepting entries. Read More ›
Dec
2020
December 7th, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 2020 Home Wine Competition. Read More ›
Nov
2020
November 16th, 2020
The California Reined Cow Horse Association and Paso Robles Event Center are pleased to announce the 2021 Paso Robles Spring Classic presented by Borjon Auto Center. Read More ›
Oct
2020
October 19th, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 18th annual Central Coast Wine Competition (CCWC) presented by SLO Life Magazine, the Central Coast Spirits Competition (CCSC) and the Central Coast Vinegar Competition (CCVC). The blind-tasting event, held October 12-14 at the Paso Robles Event Center, is the largest wine competition on California’s Central Coast, which encompasses ten counties stretching from Alameda to Ventura. Read More ›
Sep
2020
September 1st, 2020
The Central Coast Wine Competition hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair has confirmed its new dates for 2020. Read More ›
Aug
2020
August 7th, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the 2020 Virtual Junior Livestock SALE results. Read More ›
Aug
2020
August 6th, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to present the 2020 Virtual Still Exhibits Results. Amid COVID-19 and the Fair’s cancelation, exhibitors showed up in a big way and participated in the first ever Virtual Still Exhibits Show. Read More ›
Aug
2020
August 1st, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the 2020 Virtual Junior Livestock SHOW results. Read More ›
Jul
2020
July 17th, 2020
The Livestock Auction will begin Wednesday, July 22 at 12:00 PM with the Replacement Heifer Sale concluding on Thursday, July 23 at 7:00 PM and the Market Animal Sale concluding on Saturday, July 25 at 2:00 PM. Add-ons will remain open until Monday, August 3 at 4:00 PM. The Livestock Auction is sponsored by Adler, Belmont & Dye, Weyrick Lumber and Michelob Ultra. Read More ›
Jun
2020
June 19th, 2020
The Paso Robles Event Center is offering the chance for you to get your Fair Food Fix for 2020, as well as have a little old-fashioned fun! Read More ›
May
2020
May 28th, 2020
The 16th District Agricultural Association Board of Directors have announced that the 2020 California Mid-State Fair, scheduled to take place July 22 through August 2, has been canceled. Read More ›
May
2020
May 26th, 2020
Due to the current COVID-19 guidelines provided by The County of San Luis Obispo, the 2020 Central Coast Wine Competition, 2020 Central Coast Vinegar Competition and 2020 California Craft Spirits Competition have been postponed to a later date in the summer. Read More ›
Apr
2020
April 28th, 2020
Due to these continued uncertain times with COVID-19 the decision was made to postpone the competition to a later date in the fall. Read More ›
Apr
2020
April 14th, 2020
Due to these uncertain times with COVID-19 the decision has been made to move the Central Coast Olive Oil Competition judging to May 26th. With that, we will be leaving registration open at the early bird pricing $60 per entry till closing May 8. Also being rescheduled is the Home Winemaking Competition which will now take place June 11. Read More ›
Apr
2020
Mar
2020
March 30th, 2020
The California Craft Spirits Competition (CCSC), hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair, is now accepting entries. Read More ›
Mar
2020
March 30th, 2020
The Central Coast Wine Competition, hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair and sponsored by The Tribune and American General Media, is now accepting entries. Read More ›
Mar
2020
March 24th, 2020
NO Animal (Replacement Heifer or Market) will be eligible for official entry in the California Mid-State Fair unless a hair sample is obtained, and a DNA Registration Form has been completed and submitted to the California Mid-State Fair Office (Secure Drop off or by Mail) by the appropriate deadline! Read More ›
Mar
2020
March 20th, 2020
The Still Exhibit Competition Handbooks are now available online. Still Exhibits include departments like Fine Arts, Flowers, Farm Art, Home Arts, Photography and Produce. Read More ›
Mar
2020
March 20th, 2020
On Wednesday, March 18, the Board of Directors of the 16th District Agricultural Association announced they voted to separate from CEO Michael H. Bradley. Read More ›
Mar
2020
Feb
2020
February 21st, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that it has been named a Top 100 Fair by the International Associations of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE). Read More ›
Feb
2020
February 21st, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair and the James W. Brabeck Youth Legacy Fund, a fund of The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County, encourages students to apply for the California Mid-State Fair Youth Legacy Scholarship. Read More ›
Feb
2020
February 21st, 2020
The Board of Directors of the California Mid-State Fair are pleased to announce Pete Clark as the recipient of the 2020 Country Rodeo Honoree. Read More ›
Feb
2020
February 19th, 2020
The Paso Robles Event Center, home of the California Mid-State Fair, was awarded $1.39 million in funding from the California Department of Food and Agriculture for building improvements. Read More ›
Feb
2020
February 19th, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair Home Winemaking Competition is now accepting entries. The competition will take place in May and feature wines made from both San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. Read More ›
Feb
2020
February 14th, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music star Carly Pearce has been confirmed as the special guest for Dan + Shay on July 27, 2020. Read More ›
Feb
2020
February 12th, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair received multiple awards and was honored at the 2020 Western Fairs Association convention held January 19-22 in Reno, NV. The Fair had 13 winners in the Innovations & Management division and five winners in the Media & Marketing division. Read More ›
Feb
2020
February 10th, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair Board of Directors inducted four new members into their Hall of Fame at the Board’s Annual Dinner held Friday, January 31, 2020. Read More ›
Feb
2020
February 3rd, 2020
Applications are now being accepted for the 2020 Miss California Mid-State Fair Scholarship Pageant. Read More ›
Jan
2020
January 31st, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country/pop superstars Dan + Shay have been confirmed to perform in concert on Monday, July 27 at 7:30 pm. An opening act will be announced at a later date. Dan + Shay’s concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. This is the duo’s first-ever performance at the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Jan
2020
January 31st, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music superstar Carrie Underwood has been confirmed to perform in concert on Thursday, July 23 at 7:30 pm. An opening act will be announced at a later date. Underwood’s concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. She previously performed at the California Mid-State Fair in 2006 and 2009. Read More ›
Jan
2020
January 31st, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music superstar Eric Church has been confirmed to perform in concert on Sunday, July 26. Steve Earle & The Dukes will open the show starting at 7:30 pm. Church’s concert is part of the annual Bud Light Concert Series and will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. This will be Church’s third time performing at the CA Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Jan
2020
January 31st, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Ann Wilson of Heart has been confirmed to perform in concert on Friday, July 31 at 7:30 PM. The show is the Fair’s annual “Evening of Music & Wine” concert, which will take place in the Main Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Tickets will go on sale on a date to be determined. Read More ›
Jan
2020
January 31st, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Banda Machos has been confirmed to perform at the 2020 Fair on Sunday, August 2 at 8:00 PM. The concert will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be included with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jan
2020
January 31st, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Uncle Kracker has been confirmed to perform at the 2020 California Mid-State Fair on Thursday, July 30 at 8:00 PM. The concert will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be included with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jan
2020
January 31st, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that LeAnn Rimes has been confirmed to perform at the 2020 Fair on Friday, July 31 at 8:00 PM. Rimes’ concert will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be included with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jan
2020
January 31st, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce rock legend Blue Öyster Cult has been confirmed to perform on Saturday July 25, 2020, at 8:00 pm on the Frontier Stage. Blue Öyster Cult’s performance will be free with your paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
Jan
2020
January 31st, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that the band A Thousand Horses has been confirmed to perform at the 2020 California Mid-State Fair on Wednesday, July 29 at 8:00 PM. A Thousand Horses’ concert will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be included with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jan
2020
January 27th, 2020
The Central Coast Olive Oil Competition, hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair and in partnership with the Lodi Grape Festival, is now accepting entries. The 12th Annual competition will take place in April 2020 and will featuring olive oil from across the state of California. Read More ›
Jan
2020
January 17th, 2020
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that 3x Grammy Award-winning a cappella group Pentatonix has been confirmed to perform in concert on Wednesday, July 22 at 7:30 pm. Read More ›
Jan
2020
Aug
2019
August 20th, 2019
Due to the 2019 Virulent Newcastle Disease (VND) outbreak in California, the California Mid-State Fair made the decision to cancel its annual Poultry Show. But that didn’t stop poultry exhibitors from having fun at this year’s Fair! Read More ›
Aug
2019
August 1st, 2019
Two sold-out concerts featuring Cardi B and Blake Shelton, and an increase in Carnival revenue highlighted a super-fun 2019 California Mid-State Fair. “Let’s Have S’More Fun!”was in full effect with multiple new activities, demonstrations and special events at the 2019 California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Jul
2019
July 26th, 2019
The Board of Directors of the California Mid-State Fair are pleased to announce Jan Davis as the recipient of the inaugural Country Rodeo Honoree. The Wrangler Country Rodeo presented by Hearst will showcase the best of the best during the event’s finals on Saturday, July 27 at 7:00 pm. Read More ›
Jul
2019
July 22nd, 2019
The 2019 Industrial Arts Auction was held on Thursday, July 18 during Cattlemen & Farmers Day at the California Mid-State Fair. This year’s auction, with auctioneer Rick Machado, brought in $153,000, shattering the single-day record and topping last year’s $100,825 by over 50%. Read More ›
Jul
2019
July 5th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair will showcase young riders in the return of Mutton Bustin’ in the Chumash Grandstand Arena on Saturday, July 27, at 6:30 pm. Read More ›
Jul
2019
July 5th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair hosted the Home Brewing Competition this past weekend and Central Coast home brewers alike were represented by entries of all styles. Read More ›
Jul
2019
July 1st, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair and the James W. Brabeck Youth Legacy Fund, a fund of The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County, are pleased to announce the inaugural Youth Legacy Project & Scholarship winner, Isaac Lopez from Shandon. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 25th, 2019
The 2019 Central Coast Vinegar Competition (CCVC) is proud to announce the award-winning vinegars from its 6th-annual blind-tasting event, held June 20 at the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 25th, 2019
he California Craft Spirits Competition (CCSC) is proud to announce the award-winning craft spirits from its fourth-annual blind-tasting event, held June 18 at the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 24th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the winners of the 17th annual Central Coast Wine Competition (CCWC) presented by The Tribune. The blind-tasting event, held June 19-20 at the Paso Robles Event Center, is the largest wine competition on California’s Central Coast, which encompasses ten counties stretching from Alameda to Ventura. The complete list of winners is available here. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 20th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for National Anthem singers. Each year the California Mid-State Fair offers local singers the opportunity to sing the National Anthem prior to the start of Chumash Grandstand Arena shows. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 19th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that The Fabulous Thunderbirds will be performing at the 2019 Fair on Saturday, July 20, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. The Fabulous Thunderbirds’ concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be included with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 19th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Tiranos Del Norte will be performing at the 2019 Fair on Sunday, July 21, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Tiranos Del Norte’s concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be included with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 19th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Mason Ramsey will be performing at the 2019 Fair on Tuesday, July 23, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Mason Ramsey’s concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be included with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 19th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Thompson Square will be performing at the 2019 Fair on Thursday, July 25, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Thompson Square’s concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be included with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 19th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Elton The Early Years will be performing at the 2019 Fair on Friday, July 26, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Elton The Early Years’ concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be included with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 19th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that The Wild Feathers will be performing at the 2019 Fair on Saturday, July 27, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. The Wild Feathers’ concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be included with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 18th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce an “Evening of Music & Wine featuring Smokey Robinson”. An opening act will be announced at a later date. The concert will take place on Friday, July 26, 2019, at 7:30 pm in the Main Grandstand Arena. Ticket prices for the show are $26, $41, $91 or $608 for a table of eight. If you are interested in securing a table of eight, please call the Fair Box Office at 805-239-0655 for details. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 17th, 2019
For the first time in the history of the California Mid-State Fair, all carnival rides on Opening Day of the 2019 Fair will be FREE! The California Mid-State Fair is teaming up with Helm & Sons Amusements to offer FREE carnival rides to all patrons on Wednesday, July 17, 2019. Just pay normal Fair admission and that’s it: no need for wristbands, coupons or tickets on Opening Day! Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 7th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair has dramatically increased the cash awards that will be given out to winners of the 2019 Wrangler Country Rodeo Finals presented by Hearst. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 7th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce “Monster Trucks with Bikes & Bulls”, slated for Sunday, July 28, 2019. The action-packed event will take place in the Chumash Main Grandstand Arena starting at 7:00 pm. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 5th, 2019
The deadline to enter most Still Exhibits for the 2019 California Mid-State Fair is Tuesday, June 11! Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 4th, 2019
The deadline to turn in an application for the 2019 Junior Fair Board is this Friday, June 7! Applications may be picked up at the Paso Robles Event Center Main Administration office or downloaded at www.MidStateFair.com. Read More ›
Jun
2019
June 3rd, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is calling out to all former Miss California Mid-State Fair Queens. This year marks the 50th Anniversary of the annual pageant, and special recognitions are being planned. Read More ›
May
2019
May 30th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Randy Houser has been confirmed as the “special guest” for the Miranda Lambert concert on July 17, 2019. Houser will take the Main Grandstand Stage at 7:30 pm and will perform ahead of Lambert. Read More ›
May
2019
May 28th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair has dramatically increased the cash awards that will be given out to winners of the 2019 Wrangler Country Rodeo Finals presented by Hearst. Read More ›
May
2019
May 21st, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair and the James W. Brabeck Youth Legacy Fund, a fund of The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County, announce the inaugural Youth Legacy Project & Scholarship. Read More ›
May
2019
May 17th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair hosted the Home Wine Competition this past weekend and Central Coast home winemakers alike were represented by entries of all types of varietals. Read More ›
May
2019
May 13th, 2019
Blake Shelton is 2-for-2 at the California Mid-State Fair: after selling out his concert in 2016, the country superstar has done it again! All tickets for the Blake Shelton with special guest Pryor Baird concert set to take place on July 21 have been sold. Read More ›
May
2019
May 6th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that rock icons Lynyrd Skynyrd has been confirmed to perform in concert on Tuesday, July 23 at 7:30 pm. The concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center with country star Chris Janson opening the show. Read More ›
May
2019
May 6th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce an “Evening of Rhythm & Brews” featuring a full length concert by rock icon BILLY IDOL. An opening act will be announced at a later date. Read More ›
Apr
2019
April 30th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Season Passes to the 2018 California Mid-State Fair will be again offered through our “2-Fer Tuesday” promotion. The promotion begins next week. Read More ›
Apr
2019
April 30th, 2019
The Central Coast Olive Oil Competition has released the results from the 2019 competition which featured premier oils produced across California. Rio Bravo Ranch hailing from Bakersfield and Calivirgin/Lodi Olive Oil from Lodi emerged as the producers of the best of show entries. Read More ›
Apr
2019
April 23rd, 2019
Due to the ongoing concerns regarding the outbreak of Virulent Newcastle Disease (vND) in California, the California Mid-State Fair regrets to announce the cancellation of the Youth Poultry Shows (all fowl species) for 2019. Read More ›
Apr
2019
April 16th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music legend Joe Diffie has been confirmed as the “special guest” for the Old Dominion concert on July 25, 2019. Diffie will take the Main Grandstand Stage at 7:30 pm and will perform ahead of Old Dominion. Tickets for the concert can be purchased at www.MidStateFair.com or by calling 1-800-909-FAIR. Read More ›
Apr
2019
April 15th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair Home Brew Competition is now accepting entries. The competition will take place in June and feature beer, mead, cider and perry made from both San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. Read More ›
Apr
2019
April 3rd, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Berlin featuring Terri Nunn will be performing at the 2019 Fair on Wednesday, July 24, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. The concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Apr
2019
April 3rd, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Cantinas “Night of Faith” featuring DANNY GOKEY is set for Monday, July 22 at 8:00 pm. The Cantinas “Night of Faith” featuring DANNY GOKEY will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Apr
2019
April 3rd, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Luis Coronel will be performing at the 2019 Fair on Sunday, July 21, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. The concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Apr
2019
April 3rd, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that “The Man In Black” will be performing at the 2019 Fair on Friday, July 19, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. The concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Apr
2019
April 3rd, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Home Free will be performing at the 2019 Fair on Thursday, July 18, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Home Free’s concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Apr
2019
April 3rd, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Smash Mouth will be performing at the 2019 Fair on Wednesday, July 17, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Smash Mouth’s concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be included with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Apr
2019
April 1st, 2019
Applications for the 2019 California Mid-State Fair’s Mission Market Place are now available! The Mission Market Place is designed to showcase the Central Coast’s best products and locally made goods. It will give twenty artisans, growers and producers a home to showcase their locally grown or hand-crafted items to over 420,000 fairgoers. Read More ›
Mar
2019
March 28th, 2019
Applications are now being accepted for the 2019 Miss California Mid-State Fair Scholarship Pageant. Contestants must be between the ages of 17-24 on opening day of the 2019 Fair, be a current resident of San Luis Obispo County, and have never been married. Read More ›
Mar
2019
March 27th, 2019
The California Craft Spirits Competition (CCSC), hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair, is now accepting entries. Distilleries can register at http://cmsfs.fairmanager.com/default.aspx. Read More ›
Mar
2019
March 27th, 2019
The Central Coast Wine Competition, hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair and sponsored by Albertsons/Vons and The Tribune, is now accepting entries. Read More ›
Mar
2019
March 19th, 2019
The Still Exhibit Competition Handbooks are now available online. Still Exhibits include departments like Fine Arts, Flowers, Farm Art, Home Arts, Photography and Produce. Read More ›
Mar
2019
March 15th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that rock icons Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo and Melissa Etheridge have been confirmed to perform in concert on Thursday, July 18 at 7:30 pm. The concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center with Etheridge performing first, followed by Benatar & Giraldo. Read More ›
Feb
2019
February 15th, 2019
For the fourth consecutive year, a concert part of the Bud Light concert series has sold out at the California Mid-State Fair. Cardi B with special guest X’s & O’s sold out all available inventory this morning. Read More ›
Feb
2019
February 12th, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair Home Winemaking Competition is now accepting entries. The competition will take place in May and feature wines made from both San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. Read More ›
Feb
2019
February 1st, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that rap superstar Cardi B has been confirmed to perform in concert on Saturday, July 20 at 7:30 pm. Read More ›
Feb
2019
February 1st, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music superstar Blake Shelton has been confirmed to perform in concert on Sunday, July 21 at 7:30 pm. Read More ›
Feb
2019
February 1st, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music superstar Miranda Lambert has been confirmed to perform in concert on Wednesday, July 17 at 7:30 pm. Read More ›
Feb
2019
February 1st, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that superstar boy band Why Don’t We has been confirmed to perform in concert on Monday, July 22 at 7:30 pm. Read More ›
Feb
2019
February 1st, 2019
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music stars Old Dominion have been confirmed to perform in concert on Thursday, July 25 at 7:30 pm. Read More ›
Feb
2019
February 1st, 2019
Zac Brown Band, the multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning group, today announced dates for their highly anticipated Summer 2019 outing, “The Owl Tour.” Read More ›
Jan
2019
January 29th, 2019
The Central Coast Olive Oil Competition, hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair and in partnership with the Lodi Grape Festival, is now accepting entries. The 11th Annual competition will take place in April 2019 and will featuring olive oil from across the state of California. Read More ›
Oct
2018
October 3rd, 2018
More than 1200 fourth graders from throughout San Luis Obispo County will converge together for a large-scale, interactive day of agricultural learning and fun. This year marks the 16th annual Great AGventure, scheduled for Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at the Paso Robles Events Center in Paso Robles, California. Read More ›
Sep
2018
September 14th, 2018
The 2018 Carcass Class Awards Program was held September 6th at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Aug
2018
August 9th, 2018
California Mid-State Fair officials have launched a self-initiated review of all health protocols and procedures related to swine and other species during the popular livestock exhibitions, fair officials announced Wednesday. Read More ›
Aug
2018
August 8th, 2018
Still Exhibit Entrees were up in multiple departments with tons of theme related flare. Full results can be seen at https://www.midstatefair.com/fair/results.php. Read More ›
Aug
2018
August 7th, 2018
The inaugural Showcase of Cities display at the 2018 California Mid-State Fair was a roaring success! And with thousands of fair-goers viewing the displays and casting their votes, the People’s Choice Award for best display went to the combined efforts of Oceano/Nipomo. Read More ›
Aug
2018
August 6th, 2018
Nearly a quarter-million dollars was pledged on Saturday, July 28, 2018 at the inaugural Hugh Pitts Capital Campaign Fundraiser. More than 110 individuals and businesses made pledges – with the largest pledge coming from the James W. Brubeck Youth Legacy Fund – totaling $221,530. Read More ›
Aug
2018
August 2nd, 2018
Two sold-out concerts featuring Eric Church and Luke Bryan, plus an increase in the Junior Livestock Auction highlighted a super-fun and super-hot 2018 California Mid-State Fair. With multiple new activities, demonstrations and special events, the 2018 California Mid-State Fair was enjoyed by young and old alike. Read More ›
Aug
2018
August 1st, 2018
Results from the 2018 California Mid-State Fair Country Rodeo Finals Read More ›
Jul
2018
July 29th, 2018
Results are final at the 2nd Annual Strongest Man and Woman Competition presented by the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Jul
2018
July 27th, 2018
The final weekend of the 2018 California Mid-State Fair will feature two large productions in the Chumash Main Grandstand. The Country Rodeo Finals will take place on Saturday, July 28 and Bikes, Bulls & Pulls will take place on Sunday, July 29. Both events will begin at 7:00 pm. Read More ›
Jul
2018
July 12th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the return of the Strongest Man and Woman Competition taking place Saturday, July 28 starting at 4:00 pm. The event was a major success drawing a huge crowd last year and once again will take place on the Headliner Stage. Read More ›
Jul
2018
July 12th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair hosted the Home Brew Competition. Central Coast home brewers were represented by 93 total entries. Huge thanks to Doc’s Cellar for the great support this year. Read More ›
Jul
2018
July 9th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is only 9 days away! Read More ›
Jul
2018
July 2nd, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is only 16 days away! Here are this week’s important updates. Read More ›
Jun
2018
June 26th, 2018
Check out the winners of the Central Coast Wine Competition, California Craft Spirits Competition and Central Coast Vinegar Competitions! Read More ›
Jun
2018
June 25th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is only 23 days away! Here are this week’s important updates! Read More ›
Jun
2018
June 22nd, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music artists Morgan Wallen and Jake Rose have been confirmed as special guests at the 2018 Fair. In addition, Pitbull (July 19) and Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias (July 23) will also have special guests to open their shows, although at this time those acts are “to be determined”. Read More ›
Jun
2018
June 21st, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce a new event called “Bikes, Bulls & Pulls” which will take place at the 2018 Mid-State Fair on Sunday, July 29, and is being produced by Cotton Rosser and Flying U Rodeo Company. The action-packed event will take place in the Main Grandstand Arena starting at 7:00 pm. Read More ›
Jun
2018
June 15th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that the Country Rodeo Finals will take place at the 2018 Mid-State Fair on Saturday, July 28. The exciting night of local rodeo action will take place in the Main Grandstand Arena starting at 7:00 pm. Read More ›
Jun
2018
June 8th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the annual “Evening of Music & Wine” featuring KC & The Sunshine Band. The night will feature 8-person table seating, a Golden Circle of premium seats, and the normal grandstand seating. Read More ›
Jun
2018
June 6th, 2018
The deadline to turn in an application for the 2018 Junior Fair Board is this Friday, June 8! Applications may be picked up at the Paso Robles Event Center Main Administration office or downloaded at www.MidStateFair.com. Read More ›
Jun
2018
June 5th, 2018
Are you looking for a summer job? The California Mid-State Fair has job openings in Admissions, Event Staff, Maintenance, and other support staff roles. We’re also looking for carpenters, painters, landscapers and additional office staff. Read More ›
Jun
2018
June 1st, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Cassadee Pope will be performing at the 2018 Fair on Thursday, July 19, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Pope’s concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jun
2018
June 1st, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Crystal Gayle will be performing at the 2018 Fair on Friday, July 20, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Gayle’s concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Jun
2018
June 1st, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Big Bad Voodoo Daddy will be performing at the 2018 Fair on Saturday, July 21, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
May
2018
May 29th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that living legend Kris Kristofferson will be performing at the 2018 Fair on Saturday, July 28, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Kristofferson’s concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
May
2018
May 25th, 2018
The Horse Show Competition Handbook is now available on the official California Mid-State Fair website. Horse Show events include Country Rodeo, Cutting, Reined Cow Horse, Snaffle Bit, Jr. Country Rodeo and back after a couple years off, the Open Horse Show. Read More ›
May
2018
May 22nd, 2018
(PASO ROBLES, CA) - The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the 3rd annual “Evening of Rhythm & Brews” featuring Dwight Yoakam. Opening the show will be King Leg. Read More ›
May
2018
May 21st, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Los Lonely Boys will be performing at the 2018 Fair on Wednesday, July 18, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Los Lonely Boys’ concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
May
2018
May 21st, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Saul El Jaguar will be performing at the 2018 Fair on Sunday, July 29, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Saul El Jaguar’s concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
May
2018
May 18th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair hosted the Home Wine Competition. Central Coast home winemakers were represented by 131 total entries. Huge thanks to Baker Wine & Grape Analysis, ETS Laboratories, Laffort USA and The Vintner’s Vault for the great support this year. Read More ›
May
2018
May 18th, 2018
The Paso Robles Event center is pleased to announce a three-year partnership with the National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA). The Paso Robles Event Center will be the home of the NRCHA Derby 2018 through 2020 during the month of June. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 26th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Season Passes to the 2018 California Mid-State Fair will be again offered through our “2-Fer Tuesday” promotion. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 25th, 2018
The Central Coast Olive Oil Competition has released the results of the 2018 competition. With over 130 olive oils entered from across California, Rio Bravo Ranch hailing from Bakersfield and Molefina from right here in Creston emerged as the producers of the best of show entries. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 24th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Devin Dawson will be performing at the 2018 Fair on Wednesday, July 25, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Dawson’s concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 24th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Cantinas “Night of Faith” featuring for KING & COUNTRY is set for Monday, July 23 at 8:00 pm. The Cantinas “Night of Faith” featuring for KING & COUNTRY will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 24th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Los Yonics will be performing at the 2018 Fair on Sunday, July 22, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Los Yonics’ concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 24th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Southern Accents will be performing at the 2018 Fair on Tuesday, July 24, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Southern Accents’ concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 24th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Gary Puckett & The Union Gap will be performing at the 2018 Fair on Friday, July 27, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Gary Puckett & The Union Gap’s concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 24th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Blood, Sweat & Tears will be performing at the 2018 Fair on Thursday, July 26, with performances at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Blood, Sweat & Tears’ concerts will take place on the Frontier Stage and will be free with paid Fair admission. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 19th, 2018
The Still Exhibits Competition Handbook is now available online. Still Exhibits include departments like Fine Arts, Flowers, Farm Art, Home Arts, Photography and Produce. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 19th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is inviting all cities, towns and unincorporated areas of San Luis Obispo County to participate in the inaugural Showcase of Cities at the 2018 California Mid-State Fair. Each community will be showcased in a dynamic and animated display located in the very large showcase windows of the Frontier Pavilion in Frontier Town. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 18th, 2018
Randy and Beth Baxley were honored with the Western Fairs Association (WFA) Blue Ribbon Award for Service at the California Mid-State Fair annual dinner. The Blue Ribbon Award honors those individuals or groups who have provided outstanding support to the fair industry. Those recognized include volunteers, groups, sponsors and educators. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 13th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that global superstar Pitbull has been confirmed to perform in concert on Thursday, July 19 at 7:30 pm. Pitbull’s concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. He performed once before at the California Mid-State Fair, in 2015. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 11th, 2018
Applications are now being accepted for the 2018 Miss California Mid-State Fair Scholarship Pageant. Contestants must be between the ages of 17-24 on opening day of the 2018 Fair, be a current resident of San Luis Obispo County, and have never been married. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 6th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that global superstar Demi Lovato has been confirmed to perform in concert on Sunday, July 22 at 7:30 pm. Special guest will be multi-platinum rapper Iggy Azalea, who will open the show. Lovato’s concert will take place in the Chumash Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Apr
2018
April 3rd, 2018
The California Craft Spirits Competition (CCSC), hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair, is now accepting entries. Distilleries can register at http://cmsfs.fairmanager.com/default.aspx. Read More ›
Mar
2018
March 28th, 2018
Applications for the 2018 California Mid-State Fair’s Mission Market Place are now available! The Mission Market Place is designed to showcase local products, both fresh and value added. It will give twenty artisans and growers a home to showcase their locally grown, packaged and/or hand-crafted items to over 420,000 fairgoers. Product examples could include things like honey, lip balm, apples, pies and cheese. Read More ›
Mar
2018
March 27th, 2018
The Central Coast Wine Competition, hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair and sponsored by Albertsons/Vons and The Tribune, is now accepting entries. Read More ›
Mar
2018
March 19th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that rock legend ZZ TOP has been confirmed to perform in concert on Wednesday, July 25 at 7:30 pm. Special Guest is George Thorogood, who will open the show. Read More ›
Mar
2018
March 3rd, 2018
The Pacific Coast Cutting Horse Association and The Paso Robles Event Center have decided to postpone the upcoming Coyote Rock Ranch Round Up horse show that was scheduled for March 6-11. This, due to the current news of isolated cases of one or two horses in the Western United States testing positive for the Equine Herpes Virus (EHV). Read More ›
Mar
2018
March 2nd, 2018
Another concert set for the 2018 California Mid-State Fair has sold out: Luke Bryan with special guest Jon Pardi, set to take place on July 26. All tickets were sold to fans in less than 3 hours. Earlier in the week Eric Church with special guest The Cadillac Three sold out. Read More ›
Feb
2018
February 26th, 2018
For the third consecutive year, a concert part of the Bud Light concert series will sell-out at the California Mid-State Fair. Only a handful of tickets for the Eric Church with special guest The Cadillac Three concert set to take place on July 21, 2018 remain available – those seats are located in the limited view and alcohol-free sections. Read More ›
Feb
2018
February 26th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is now accepting entries for the annual Home Winemaking competition that will be held in May. Registration closes Friday, April 20, 2018. Exhibitors are to enter online at http://cmsfw.fairmanager.com/. Read More ›
Feb
2018
February 23rd, 2018
The Central Coast Olive Oil Competition, hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair and in partnership with the Lodi Grape Festival, is now accepting entries. The tenth annual competition will take place in April 2018 and will feature over 100 olive oils produced in California. Read More ›
Feb
2018
February 12th, 2018
Ticket prices for the show are $51, $71, $91 and $131 and will go on sale Friday, February 23, 2018. Tickets will be available starting at 10:00 am online at www.MidStateFair.com or by calling 1-800-909-FAIR (3247), and at 1:00 pm at the California Mid-State Fair box office located at 2198 Riverside Avenue in Paso Robles. Read More ›
Feb
2018
February 12th, 2018
Ticket prices for the show are $26, $41, $51 and $71 and will go on sale Friday, February 23, 2018. Tickets will be available starting at NOON online at www.MidStateFair.com or by calling 1-800-909-FAIR (3247), and at 1:00 pm at the California Mid-State Fair box office located at 2198 Riverside Avenue in Paso Robles. Read More ›
Feb
2018
February 5th, 2018
California Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced that David Baldwin, Nancy Wheeler and S. Greer Fuller Woodruff have been reappointed to the 16th District Agricultural Association, California Mid-State Fair Board of Directors. Read More ›
Feb
2018
February 2nd, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music superstar Luke Bryan has been confirmed to perform in concert on Thursday, July 26 at 7:30 pm. Special Guest is Jon Pardi, who will open the show. Read More ›
Feb
2018
February 2nd, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music superstar Eric Church has been confirmed to perform in concert on Saturday, July 21 at 7:30 pm. Special Guest is The Cadillac Three, who will open the show. Read More ›
Feb
2018
February 2nd, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that global superstars Florida Georgia Line have been confirmed to perform in concert on Wednesday, July 18 at 7:30 pm. Read More ›
Feb
2018
February 2nd, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music superstars Tim McGraw & Faith Hill have been confirmed to perform in concert on Tuesday, July 24 at 7:30 pm. Read More ›
Feb
2018
February 2nd, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that comedian Gabriel Iglesias will be bringing his “One Show Fits All” World Tour to Paso Robles on Monday, July 23 at 7:30 pm. Read More ›
Jan
2018
January 17th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair received multiple awards and was honored at the 2018 Western Fairs Association convention held January 3-6 in Anaheim, CA. Read More ›
Jan
2018
January 4th, 2018
The California Mid-State Fair received multiple Awards of Excellence in the Competitive Exhibits contest at the 127th annual International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) convention. Read More ›
Dec
2017
Nov
2017
November 21st, 2017
For the first time in its history, the Paso Robles Event Center is set to host the National Junior Swine Association’s “Western Regional” November 3 through December 3, 2017. Read More ›
Sep
2017
September 27th, 2017
The 2017 Carcass Class Dinner and Awards were held Thursday, September 7th at the Paso Robles Event Center. All market steers entered into the 2017 Fair were eligible for competition, with carcasses being graded at harvest facilities by USDA graders. To be eligible for carcass awards, all carcasses must have graded USDA Select+ or higher. Read More ›
Sep
2017
September 21st, 2017
The Paso Robles Event Center is pleased to announce that Sandy Collier has been secured as Equestrian Ambassador and Strategic Show Liaison. Collier will be the point person for the Event Center for all equestrian events/shows and work closely with all organizations in maximizing participation, exposure and public attendance. Read More ›
Aug
2017
August 3rd, 2017
Two sold-out concerts featuring Garth Brooks with Trisha Yearwood highlighted a fun and memorable 2017 California Mid-State Fair. With multiple new attractions, including the new 100,000 square-foot Paso Robles Pavilion and a brand-new carnival, the 2017 California Mid-State Fair set many records. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 30th, 2017
It may or may not have been a coincidence, but Thursday, July 27 was the hottest day of the 2017 California Mid-State Fair. While temperatures reached a high of 105° in the afternoon, the hottest spot on the Fairgrounds may have been inside the Grandstand Arena, as worldwide superstar Garth Brooks performed in front of not one, but two, sold-out crowds. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 26th, 2017
Information on tickets and transportation to the Fair. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 25th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair wants to remind those attending either Garth Brooks concert on July 27 (7:30 pm and/or 10:30 pm) to arrive early. Please allow for extra time to park, catch a shuttle, purchase Fair admission tickets and get onto the Fairgrounds. Heavy crowds are expected, so please arrive early. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 23rd, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce additional FREE Shuttle Park & Ride locations for the Garth Brooks’ concerts this Thursday, July 27. Hundreds of free Park & Ride spaces are available at these locations: Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 18th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce a new partnership with UBER in 2017. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 18th, 2017
“America’s Favorite Fair!” is becoming more user-friendly than ever, with the introduction of a new website and app. The California Mid-State Fair is held annually, runs for 12 days, and hosts some of the biggest names in the music industry Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 18th, 2017
The City of Paso Robles will be enforcing a “No Parking” zone on Riverside Avenue in front of the Fairgrounds between 21st and 24th Streets during the 2017 California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 18th, 2017
Mixologists will combine California Agriculture Products and the growing Craft Spirit Industry in California in a live educational competition taking place Sunday, July 23. The Mixology competition will take place from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm and the Tasting portion of the evening will take place from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 23rd, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce additional FREE Shuttle Park & Ride locations for the Garth Brooks’ concerts this Thursday, July 27. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 17th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair will showcase young riders in the return of Mutton Bustin’ in the Chumash Grandstand Arena on Saturday, July 29, at 6:30 pm and Sunday, July 30, at 2:00 pm. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 17th, 2017
In partnership and cooperation with the Paso Robles Police Department, the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office, San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services, Cal Trans, the California Highway Patrol, the City of Paso Robles and Landmark Services*, the California Mid-State Fair has added additional buses and Park & Ride locations for Thursday, July 27, 2017. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 17th, 2017
Come One, Come All! and join us at the 2017 California Mid-State Fair where you can participate in our fun and friendly public contests! The daily contests will begin each night at 6:00 pm in the new Rancho Frontier area. For the cupcake challenge, locally grown salsa and apple pie baking, please bring your entry to the Fair’s Administration Office on the specified date at 5:00 pm, at which time you (the participant) will receive complimentary admission. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 17th, 2017
Meet the winemakers and taste the 40 Gold Medal-winning wines from the Central Coast Wine Competition; tickets are still available. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 14th, 2017
The 2017 California Mid-State Fair is excited to welcome international spray paint artist Ryan “ARCY” Christenson for the full run of this year’s Fair July 19-30, 2017. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 14th, 2017
A new twist is coming to this year’s carnival at the California Mid-State Fair: the WOWXpress wristband is an upgrade to the unlimited ride band, and allows users to skip the lines for just $15 additional dollars! Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 14th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that we have officially confirmed all opening acts for the Main Grandstand Stage. The final Bud Light Concert Series looks like this: Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 14th, 2017
The 2017 California Mid-State Fair has turned up the fun meter for this summer with the Fun Zone featuring free all-day entertainment and wild amusements for the full run of this year’s Fair July 19-30, 2017. Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 14th, 2017
When fair-goers hit the 2017 California Mid-State Fair they’re going to be in for multiple pleasant surprises. Four new areas will make their initial debut, with activities, demonstrations, special events and, of course, lots to eat and drink! Read More ›
Jul
2017
July 14th, 2017
New this year, the California Mid-State Fair will offer Fair foodies a brand-new food court featuring returning favorites, new unique tastes and plenty of shaded seating and areas. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 30th, 2017
The Central Coast Vinegar Competition (CCVC) is proud to announce the award-winning vinegars from its fourth annual blind-tasting event, held June 21 at the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 30th, 2017
The California Craft Spirits Competition (CCSC) is proud to announce the award-winning craft spirits from its second annual blind-tasting event, held June 22 at the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 30th, 2017
The Central Coast Wine Competition is proud to announce the winners of the coveted Design & Packaging Competition. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 29th, 2017
For the second time in less than a week, a Garth Brooks with special guest Trisha Yearwood concert on July 27, 2017 at the California Mid-State Fair has sold out in :30 seconds. The 10:30 pm concert sold all 14,875 tickets in :30 seconds, just like the original 7:30 pm concert. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 28th, 2017
The Central Coast Wine Competition (CCWC) is proud to announce the award-winning wines from its 15th annual blind-tasting event, held June 20-21 at the California Mid-State Fair. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 26th, 2017
Garth Brooks has added a second show to the California Mid-State Fair in Paso Robles. The second show is scheduled for 10:30 PM on July 27th. It wasn't Garth's intention to do a second show but the fans went out of their way to ask. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 23rd, 2017
The Garth Brooks with special guest Trisha Yearwood concert on July 27, 2017 at the California Mid-State Fair has sold out. The concert sold all 14,875 tickets in less than thirty seconds, making the show the fastest 1-day sell-out of any concert in the history of the California Mid-State Fair. The 1-day sell-out has only happened two previous times in the history of the California Mid-State Fair, last year with Blake Shelton and in 2007 with Aerosmith. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 22nd, 2017
Reflecting a concern for public health and children, smoking and vaping will be prohibited both at the California Mid-State Fair and the Paso Robles Event Center as of July 1. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 21st, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair would like to remind you that Ticketmaster will be the exclusive outlet for purchasing tickets for the Garth Brooks with special guest Trisha Yearwood concert at the California Mid-State Fair on Thursday, July 27, 2017. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 20th, 2017
Are you looking for a summer job? The California Mid-State Fair has job openings in Admissions, Event Staff, Maintenance, and other support staff roles. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 20th, 2017
The new carnival contractor for the California Mid-State Fair this year is Helm and Sons Amusements from Colton, California. Through an extensive bidding process where they were selected by a committee including members of the Mid-State Fair Board of Directors, Helm and Sons emerged due in part to their commitment to safety at the carnival. Known industry-wide as one of the safest carnivals on the road today, Helm and Sons takes a multi-faceted approach to their overall safety program. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 19th, 2017
"Garth Brooks in Concert" with special guest Trisha Yearwood is going to be at the California Mid-State Fair in Paso Robles. This will be for one show only. The concert will be Thursday, July 27th, 7:30 PM at the Main Grandstand Arena. It will be the first time that Garth Brooks has put on a concert at the California Mid-State Fair. The concert is presented by Amazon Music Unlimited. Tickets will be on sale Friday, June 23rd at 10:00 AM PST sharp. There will be a six-ticket limit per purchase. Tickets can only be purchased at ticketmaster.com/garthbrooks or ticketmaster.com or either Ticketmaster Express 1-866-448-7849 or 1-800-745-3000. Please note there will be no ticket sales at the venue box office or Ticketmaster outlets on June 23rd. Tickets will cost $73.98 plus a $6.00 service charge for a total of $79.98. All seats sold are best available. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 13th, 2017
Value in ride, game and food concessions pricing was a major factor in deciding on a new Carnival provider for the 2017 California Mid State Fair. Helm and Sons Amusements of Colton California was awarded the contract to provide amusement rides, carnival games and food for the next five years after a very comprehensive bidding process. “Helm and Sons Amusements is very committed to providing not only great guest service but they are very conscious of pricing and value. They have committed to maintaining the same daily unlimited ride wristband pricing for this year as in the past.” Commented Michael Bradley, CMSF CEO. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 12th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that a spectacular Tractor & Truck Pull will take place at the 2017 Mid-State Fair on Sunday, July 30. The exciting night of professional tractor and truck pulling is being produced by MLM Motorsports and will take place in the Main Grandstand Arena starting at 7:30 pm and feature the brand-new Cal Poly Legacy tractor! Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 12th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Fiesta Del Charro will take place on Sunday, July 30. The exciting day of classic Mexican-style rodeo action will take place in the Main Grandstand Arena starting at 2:30 pm. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 12th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that the Country Rodeo Finals will take place at the 2017 Mid-State Fair on Saturday, July 29. The exciting night of local rodeo action will take place in the Main Grandstand Arena starting at 7:00 pm. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 12th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair would like to invite you to celebrate our Cattlemen, Cattlewomen, and Farmers from throughout the state on Thursday, July 20 at the 31st Annual Cattlemen and Farmers Day. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 7th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Midland has been confirmed to perform on Friday, July 21, 2017 at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm on the Frontier Stage. Midland’s performances will be free with your paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 8th, 2017
Books available and deadlines are coming soon! Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 7th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that ABBA the Concert – A Tribute to Abba has been confirmed to perform on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm on the Frontier Stage. ABBA the Concert – A Tribute to ABBA’s performances will be free with your paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 7th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Mariachi Reyna De Los Angeles has been confirmed to perform on Sunday, July 30, 2017 at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm on the Frontier Stage. Mariachi Reyna De Los Angeles’ performances will be free with your paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 7th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Little Joe Y Familia has been confirmed to perform on Sunday, July 23, 2017 at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm on the Frontier Stage. Little Joe Y Familia’s performances will be free with your paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 6th, 2017
Helm and Sons Amusements, the new Carnival provider for the 2017 California Mid State Fair, will provide two separate but equally exciting Carnival areas this year. The traditional area of the main carnival for teens and adults and this year, for the first time ever, a new area called “CUB COUNTRY!” This award-winning area will be located right inside the South Gate next to the Frontier Stage. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 6th, 2017
The Still Exhibits Competition Handbook is available on the official California Mid-State Fair website, and hard-copies of the books are available for pick-up at the California Mid-State Fair offices. Still Exhibits include divisions like Ag Arts, Fine Arts, Flowers, Photography, Produce and Home Arts. Read More ›
Jun
2017
June 2nd, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that American Bad Ass Kid Rock has been confirmed to perform in concert on Sunday, July 23 at 7:30 pm. Read More ›
May
2017
May 31st, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Brooke Eden has been confirmed to perform on Saturday, July 22, 2017 at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm on the Frontier Stage. Brooke Eden’s performances will be free with your paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
May
2017
May 30th, 2017
Helm and Sons Amusements, Inc. of Colton, California has been selected as the new Carnival provider for the California Mid State Fair. Known for innovation, safety and value, Helm and Sons Amusements was selected after an extensive R.F.P. bidding process, by a committee including members of the CMSF Board of Directors. Read More ›
May
2017
May 22nd, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair hosted the Home Wine Competition where 57 Central Coast home winemakers were represented. The competition was strong and we thank all who entered. The Fair would also like to extend a huge thank you to Baker Wine & Grape Analysis, ETS Laboratories and The Vintner’s Vault for their support this year. Read More ›
May
2017
May 4th, 2017
PASO ROBLES (CA) – The Central Coast Olive Oil Competition honored Geyserville based Dry Creek Olive Oil Company as the Best of Show in the 2017 competition. Calivirgin Coldani Olive Ranch based in Lodi received Best of Show for the flavored olive oil category and MoonShadow based in Paso Robles took home Best of Show for the organic olive oil category. Results of 105 olive oils entered from across California can be found at www.centralcoastwinecomp.com. Read More ›
May
2017
May 3rd, 2017
PASO ROBLES (CA) – The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Phil Wickham has been confirmed to perform on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm on the Frontier Stage. Phil Wickham’s performances will be free with your paid admission to the Fair and are part of the Cantinas Night of Faith. Read More ›
May
2017
May 2nd, 2017
PASO ROBLES (CA) – For the first time in its history, the California Mid-State fair is pleased to present the California Mid-State Fair Strongest Man & Woman Competition, which will take place Sunday, July 30 starting at 1:00 pm. Read More ›
Apr
2017
April 28th, 2017
PASO ROBLES (CA) – The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Season Passes to the 2017 California Mid-State Fair will be again offered through our “2-Fer Tuesday” promotion. Read More ›
Apr
2017
April 27th, 2017
California Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced that Mark Borjon has been reappointed to the 16th District Agricultural Association, California Mid-State Fair Board of Directors. Read More ›
Apr
2017
April 19th, 2017
The Fairs & Exposition branch of the California Department of Food & Agriculture recently released its annual reports detailing the economic impact of California fairs on local economies. Data from 2015 shows that the Paso Robles Event Center, and California Mid-State Fair, generated approximately $79,196,000 in spending activity alone, benefiting the local economy and creating a ripple effect of economic benefits for California. Read More ›
Apr
2017
April 14th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce Runaway June has been confirmed to perform two shows on Monday, July 24, 2017, at 6:30 and 8:30 pm on the Frontier Stage. Runaway June’s performances will be free with your paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
Apr
2017
April 14th, 2017
The California Mid State Fair is pleased to announce Micky Dolenz has been confirmed to perform two shows, on Tuesday, July 25, 2017, at 6:30 and 8:30 pm on the Frontier Stage. Micky Dolenz’s performances will be free with you paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
Apr
2017
April 14th, 2017
The California Mid State Fair is pleased to announce Restless Heart has been confirmed to perform two shows, on Friday, July 28, 2017, at 6:30 and 8:30 pm on the Frontier Stage. Restless Heart’s performances will be free with you paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
Apr
2017
April 7th, 2017
Calling all Central Coast winemakers: Entries are now being accepted for the Central Coast Wine Competition (CCWC), which takes place June 21-22 in Paso Robles. Professional winemakers may register under early bird pricing by Friday May 26; the final date to enter at full price is Friday, June 9. To register, please visit cmsfw.fairmanager.com. Read More ›
Mar
2017
March 31st, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that five-time GRAMMY nominee Hunter Hayes and GRAMMY Award-winning sibling trio The Band Perry have been confirmed to perform in concert on Tuesday, July 25 at 7:30 pm. The co-headlining concert is part of the annual Bud Light Concert Series and will take place in the Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Mar
2017
March 28th, 2017
Calling all California olive oil producers. The deadline to enter the 9th annual Central Coast Olive Oil Competition is approaching on April 6, 2017. The Central Coast Olive Oil Competition, hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair in partnership with the Lodi Grape Festival, will feature over 100 olive oils produced in California. Read More ›
Mar
2017
March 27th, 2017
Two of music’s most loved bands and biggest hit makers are joining up for an epic summer tour. Multi- platinum selling bands Matchbox Twenty and Counting Crows have announced “A Brief History of Everything Tour 2017”. The tour will stop in Paso Robles at the California Mid-State Fair on Saturday, July 22 and have a start time of 7:00 pm with special guest Rivers and Rust opening the show. Read More ›
Mar
2017
March 24th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is looking for three enthusiastic individuals wanting to work in the Exhibits Department. Interested parties should send resume to Ricky Brown at ricky@midtsatefair.com. No phone calls please. Read More ›
Mar
2017
March 22nd, 2017
Applications are now available for the 2017 Junior Fairboard and may be picked up at the Paso Robles Event Center Main Administration office or downloaded at www.MidStateFair.com. Read More ›
Mar
2017
March 21st, 2017
The Central Coast Olive Oil Competition, hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair, has confirmed its judges for the 2017 competition. The 9th annual competition will take place in April and will feature over 100 olive oils produced in California. Read More ›
Mar
2017
March 20th, 2017
California Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced that Krista Sabin has been appointed to the 16th District Agricultural Association, California Mid-State Fair Board of Directors. Read More ›
Mar
2017
March 17th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Grammy-winning artist John Mayer will bring his The Search for Everything world tour to the California Mid-State Fair on Monday, July 24 at 7:30 pm. Mayer’s concert is part of the annual Bud Light Concert Series and will take place in the Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. An opening act for the concert has yet to be announced. Read More ›
Mar
2017
March 15th, 2017
California Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced that Chris Darway and Dee Lacey have been reappointed to the 16th District Agricultural Association, California Mid-State Fair Board of Directors. Read More ›
Mar
2017
March 8th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair placed in numerous award categories at the Western Fairs Association Convention held in Reno January 15-18, 2017. The CMSF had ten winners in the Innovations & Management division and three winners in the Media & Marketing division. Read More ›
Mar
2017
March 7th, 2017
Applications are now being accepted for the 2017 Miss California Mid-State Fair Pageant. Contestants must be between the ages of 17-24 on opening day of the 2017 Fair, be a current resident of San Luis Obispo County, and have never been married. Read More ›
Mar
2017
March 6th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons have been confirmed to perform in concert on Friday, July 28 at 7:00 pm. The show is the Fair’s annual “Evening of Music & Wine” concert, which will take place in the Main Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Feb
2017
February 17th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that worldwide superstars The Chainsmokers have been confirmed to perform in concert on Friday, July 21 at 7:30 pm. The Chainsmokers concert is part of the annual Bud Light Concert Series and will take place in the Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. An opening act for the concert has yet to be announced. Read More ›
Feb
2017
February 15th, 2017
The 2017 National Junior Swine Association Western Regional show has been relocated to the Paso Robles Event Center. The show will be held Nov. 30-Dec. 3, 2017. The show will include purebred Duroc, Hampshire, Landrace and Yorkshire barrows and gilts, as well as crossbred barrows and gilts. Read More ›
Feb
2017
February 14th, 2017
Late in 2016, new cases of equine herpes virus (EHV) were discovered at a horse facility in the Los Angeles area, causing the Pasadena Tournament of Roses to cancel its annual horse show, known as Equefest. The Paso Robles Event Center wants to remind all that it practices strict biosecurity protocols in order to minimize the risk of EHV and other equine illnesses. Read More ›
Feb
2017
February 13th, 2017
Attention all 4-H and FFA members: DNA kits are now available for pick-up at the California Mid-State Fair Administration Office, located at 2198 Riverside Avenue in Paso Robles. The kits are available for pick-up from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Read More ›
Feb
2017
February 7th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair Board of Directors inducted three new members into their Hall of Fame at the Board’s Annual Dinner held Friday, February 3, 2017. Read More ›
Feb
2017
February 4th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that country music superstar Keith Urban has been confirmed to perform in concert on Wednesday, July 26 at 7:30 pm. Special guest is Lauren Alaina, who will open the show. Urban’s “ripCORD WORLD TOUR 2017” concert is part of the annual Bud Light Concert Series and will take place in the Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Feb
2017
February 4th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce three-time GRAMMY winners and multi-platinum artists Zac Brown Band has been confirmed to perform in concert on Thursday, July 20 at 7:30 pm. An Evening with Zac Brown Band is part of the annual Bud Light Concert Series and will take place in the Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Feb
2017
February 4th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that international superstar Lionel Richie has been confirmed to perform in concert on Wednesday, July 19 at 7:30 pm. A special guest for the show has yet to be announced. Richie’s concert is part of the annual Bud Light Concert Series and will take place in the Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Read More ›
Feb
2017
February 4th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons have been confirmed to perform in concert on Friday, July 28 at 7:00 pm. The show is the Fair’s annual “Evening of Music & Wine” concert, which will take place in the Main Grandstand Arena at the Paso Robles Event Center. Ticket will go on sale on a date to be determined. Read More ›
Feb
2017
February 4th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce Blue Öyster Cult has been confirmed to perform two shows, on Wednesday, July 19, 2017, at 6:30 and 8:30 pm on the Frontier Stage. Blue Öyster Cult’s performances will be free with your paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
Feb
2017
February 4th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that WAR has been confirmed to perform two shows, on Wednesday, July 26, 2017, at 6:30 and 8:30 pm on the Frontier Stage. WAR’s performances will be free with your paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
Feb
2017
February 4th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce The Fab Four has been confirmed to perform two shows, on Thursday, July 27, 2017, at 6:30 and 8:30 pm on the Frontier Stage. The Fab Four’s performances will be free with your paid admission to the Fair. Read More ›
Jan
2017
January 25th, 2017
The California Mid-State Fair has chosen a new theme for 2017, featuring the tagline “Come One, Come All!”. The annual theme will be featured throughout the 2017 California Mid-State Fair, appearing in exhibits, demonstrations, printed materials, billboards, as well as being used on the fair’s website and app. Read More ›
Dec
2016
December 16th, 2016
The California Mid-State Fair was the winner of several awards at the 2016 International Association of Fairs and Expositions annual gathering held in Las Vegas November 27-30, 2016. Read More ›
Dec
2016
December 1st, 2016
California Mid-State Fair official Gift Cards make for great stocking stuffers! The official Gift Cards are available in $25.00 increments. Read More ›
Oct
2016
October 10th, 2016
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce that “Blue Clover” has been installed and is ready for viewing in downtown San Luis Obispo! “Blue Clover” is part of CowParade SLO County and is located just in front of the San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum at 1010 Nipomo Street, San Luis Obispo. Read More ›
Sep
2016
September 13th, 2016
California Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced Nancy Wheeler-Smith, 52, of Templeton, has been appointed to the 16th District Agricultural Association, California Mid-State Fair Board of Directors. Read More ›
Sep
2016
September 12th, 2016
The 2016 Carcass Class Dinner and Awards were held Thursday, September 1st at the Paso Robles Event Center. All market steers entered into the 2016 fair were eligible for competition, with carcasses being graded at harvest facilities by USDA graders. To be eligible for carcass awards, all carcasses must have graded USDA Select+ or higher. Read More ›
Sep
2016
September 9th, 2016
Construction work on a new multi-use pavilion at the California Mid-State Fair is set to begin later this week. Read More ›
Jun
2018
