The California Mid-State Fair is celebrating 80 years of community, creativity, and champions — and in 2026, SLO County locals are being encouraged to be part of it, especially first-timers.
This year’s Community Exhibits Competitions are an open invitation to create, compete, and connect. Whether you crochet, bake, paint, grow, build, photograph, or craft, there is a place for you in the Fair.
Don’t just go to the Fair, BE the Fair.
For generations, Community Exhibits have showcased the incredible talent of our region. Entering is simple, affordable, and open to all ages and skill levels. You don’t have to be a professional — you just have to start.
Start with Our Monthly Crafting Class
Need inspiration? The Fair is launching a Monthly Crafting Class to help participants create projects to enter into the 2026 Exhibits Competition.
Crochet Class
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Paso Robles Event Center, Frontier Building
Adult Class (18+)
$10 adult donation suggested
Deadline to join: March 20, 2026
Participants will learn to crochet and complete a project to be entered in the 2026 California Mid-State Fair Exhibits Department.
Why Enter?
For more information about Community Exhibits or to register for the Crochet Class, visit MidStateFair.com or email FOF@MidStateFair.com.
The CA Mid-State Fair takes place July 15–26, 2026 and this year's theme is Back to the '80s!
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