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Purchase daily admission, carnival wristbands, concert tickets, or season passes.
Purchase daily admission, carnival wristbands, concert tickets, or season passes.
National touring artists and local favorites across the Grandstand Arena, Frontier Stage, and Mission Square.
Compete for scholarships and represent the Fair as part of the Miss CMSF Court
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Community Competitive Competition: Show off your creativity at this year's Fair by entering one of our competitive exhibits programs!
Thrilling rides, classic games, interactive exhibits, shopping, and family-friendly fun across the Fairgrounds.
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From classic corn dogs and funnel cakes to local vendors and sweet treats, come hungry.
Everything you need to plan your trip to the Fair!
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›