Paso Robles Seeking New Tourism Website

Request for Proposals Available Now

The Travel Paso Robles Alliance (TPRA) is requesting proposals from professional web development and design firms to guide the organization in the creation of a new tourism website.

The TPRA is a group of Paso Robles hoteliers pooling resources to promote and market Paso Robles as a world-class tourism destination. This work is done in partnership with the City of Paso Robles and on behalf of multiple hospitality and stakeholder businesses who serve the visitor.

The ideal website will capture the unique personality of Paso Robles and its varied attractions, appeal to all audiences of area tourism, serve as the tourism resource for visitors to Paso Robles, and provide relevant information to support media inquiries about Paso Robles. This website will replace the current Travelpaso.com site, not overlap it.

An electronic copy of the website RFP can be downloaded at www.travelpaso.com/cm/contact_us/media_room.html

Proposals should be submitted in PDF format via email to Shonna Howenstine SHowenstine@prcity.com and TPRA Chairman, Victor Popp lq0832gm@laquinta.com by 3 p.m. on Friday, February 15, 2013.

About the Travel Paso Robles Alliance: The Travel Paso Robles Alliance (TPRA) was founded in 2008 by a group of 19 Paso Robles hoteliers with the mission to market Paso Robles as world class visitor destination. The alliance offers information on the 1,100 luxury, specialty, value, and budget room choices available to visitors, as well upcoming events, leisure and group activities and specialty promotions. For more information on Paso Robles and to order a free visitor guide, visit www.travelpaso.com, call (888) 988-PASO (7276) or email tourism@prcity.com. For the latest news on the area, visit blog.travelpaso.com, join us on Facebook www.facebook.com/travelpaso and follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/travelpaso.

Paso Robles Mid-State Fair 2013 Theme Announced

Start Spreading the News

The California Mid-State Fair announced the theme for the 2013 fair, "Start Spreading the News", featuring Paso Pete and crew celebrating the world of communications and publications. From experiencing the early days of news print to today's world of viral media, there will be new exhibits and competitions for the fairgoer to enjoy.

California Mid-State Fair Wins Best Theme at 2012 IAFE

PASO ROBLES, CA: The California Mid-State Fair announced that the theme for the 2012 fair, "The Great American Road Trip", featuring Paso Pete and crew on an adventure through the historic Route 66, was selected as the top theme in 2012 by the International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE).

Local Charity Organizations Benefit from Paso Robles Horse Show

Over $16,000 raised for Breast Cancer Research and 8 Local Charities

On Friday, November 2, 2012, the Pacific Coast Cutting Horse Association (PCCHA) put on a cutting horse competition to benefit local charities and breast cancer research for the second year in a row.

Zac Brown Band To Perform This Summer at The California Mid-State Fair

Paso Robles, CA - The California Mid-State Fair, as part of the Budweiser Concert Series, is pleased to announce that the Zac Brown Band is set to perform on Thursday, July 19th, 2012, at 7:30p in the Main Grandstand Arena.

Ticket prices for the show are $55, $70, $80, and $105 and will go on sale Thursday, May 17th at 10:00a. Tickets will be available at the California Mid-State Fair box office (2198 Riverside Avenue in Paso Robles), any ValliTix location, on-line at www.midstatefair.com or by calling 1-800-909-FAIR.

Tickets for Brad Paisley to Go On Sale Friday, May 4th

The Band Perry & Easton Corbin confirmed as show openers

PASO ROBLES (CA) – The California Mid-State Fair, as part of the Budweiser Concert Series, is pleased to announce that tickets for this summer’s Brad Paisley concert will go on sale on Friday, May 4th at 10:00a. Furthermore, The Band Perry and Easton Corbin have been confirmed as the show’s opening acts.

Eric Church to Perform at the 2012 California Mid-State Fair

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PASO ROBLES (CA) – The California Mid-State Fair, as part of the Budweiser Concert Series, is pleased to announce GRAMMY/ACM/CMA-nominated country music hitmaker Eric Church will perform opening night of the 2012 Fair, July 18, 2012. Church’s concert will begin at 7:30p in the Main Grandstand Arena.

Ticket prices for the show are $40, $50, $60 and $85 and will go on sale Friday, April 20, 2012, two weeks from today.

Tickets will be available at the California Mid-State Fair box office (2198 Riverside Avenue in Paso Robles), any ValliTix location, online at www.midstatefair.com or by calling 1-800-909-FAIR.

Church catapulted into national success witht the release of his debut album, Sinners Like Me, which produced radio hits “How ‘Bout You,” “Two Pink Lines,” and “Guys Like Me.” His follow-up, Carolina, was certified Gold and spawned top hits “Love Your Love The Most,” “Hell On The Heart,” and “Smoke A Little Smoke.”

Awarded the ACM New Solo Vocalist of the Year Award, Church celebrated the chart-topping release of his GRAMMY-nominated third studio album, CHIEF, in July 2011 and it was certified Gold shortly after, spawning top-charting hit “Homeboy,” and No. 1 single, “Drink In My Hand.” His latest single release, “Springsteen” is at radio now and is his fastest-rising single to-date, currently at No. 14 on Billboard.

The 2012 California Mid-State Fair runs July 18, 2012, through July 29, 2012. This year’s theme is “The Great American Road Trip.”

For more information on Eric Church, visit www.EricChurch.com. For more information on the California Mid-State Fair visit www.midstatefair.com.

 

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ERIC CHURCH TO PERFORM OPENING NIGHT AT THE 2012 FAIR

Pat Benatar and Loverboy to Open for Journey

PASO ROBLES (CA) – The California Mid-State Fair, as part of the Budweiser Concert Series, is pleased to announce that Pat Benatar and Loverboy have been confirmed as the opening acts for the Journey concert on July 24, 2012.

Paso Robles Mid-State Fair March 2012 Updates

The Latest News from the California Mid-State Fair

1) Applications are now being accepted for the Quilt Challenge. The challenge fabric is currently available at the Paso Robles Event Center Administration Office located at 2198 Riverside Avenue, Paso Robles or Sew Fun located at 8775 El Camino Real, Atascadero. A $3 entry fee will be assessed when you turn in your entry form and pick-up your challenge fabric. Finished quilts must be delivered to the California Mid-State Fair on Friday, June 22nd, between 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm or Saturday, June 23rd between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm.

2) Applications are now being accepted for the Miss CMSF Pageant. Contestants must be between the ages of 17-22 on opening day of the 2012 Fair, be a current resident of San Luis Obispo County, and have never been married. Each contestant will compete in five categories: Interview, Platform, Talent, Swimsuit and Evening Wear. The Pageant takes place on Tuesday, July 17, 2012, the night before the 2012 CMSF begins. Applications are due no later than Friday, March 30 by 4p.

3) Applications are now being accepted for the Junior Fairboard. Applicants must be between the ages of 16 – 20 years old, and be a resident of San Luis Obispo County. Junior Fairboard members assist with the day-to-day operations of the annual California Mid-State Fair, including events such as the Diaper Derby, Tricycle Races, and Public Judging. In addition, members help in the livestock ring and act as ushers in the Main Grandstand Arena. The deadline for applications is Friday, June 15, 2012 by 5p.

All applications are available online at www.midstatefair.com or at the California Mid-State Fair Administration Office at 2198 Riverside Avenue in Paso Robles.

The 2012 California Mid-State Fair runs July 18, 2012, through July 29, 2012. This year’s theme is "The Great American Road Trip."

On-Sale Dates and Prices fo Big Time Rush, Journey, and Earth, Wind, and Fire Announced

PASO ROBLES (CA) – The California Mid-State Fair, as part of the Budweiser Concert Series, is pleased to announce that tickets for Big Time Rush, Journey and Earth, Wind & Fire will go on-sale on Friday, March 30, 2012 at 10:00a.

Tickets for Big Time Rush with special guest Cody Simpson will be $25, $35, $45 and $60. The concert will take place on Monday, July 23, 2012.

Tickets for Journey (with special guest to be determined later) will be $35, $45, $65 and $90. The concert will take place on Tuesday, July 24, 2012.

Tickets for Earth, Wind & Fire (with special guest to be determined later) will be $40- Reserved and $60-Golden Circle. The concert will take place on Friday, July 27, 2012.

Tickets for previously announced Alabama (Friday, July 20, 2012) are currently on sale now.

Tickets for Brad Paisley (Wednesday, July 25, 2012) are not yet on sale… that on-sale date is still to be determined.

The 2012 California Mid-State Fair runs July 18, 2012, through July 29, 2012. This year’s theme is "The Great American Road Trip."