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."

California Mid-State Fair Selects 2012 Theme

PASO ROBLES (CA) – The California Mid-State Fair has selected the theme for the 2012 Fair. "The Great American Road Trip", featuring Paso Pete and crew on an adventure through the historic Route 66, will serve as the promotional tool for the upcoming event. Departing in Chicago, Illinois and landing in Paso Robles, the gang will tour many of our great western states.

Counting Crows Booked for 2011 Fair

PASO ROBLES (CA) – The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to announce the signing of Counting Crows, who will bring their stunning live show to the 2011 CMSF. The show will take place on Sunday, July 24th at 7:30p in the Main Grandstand Arena.

CMSF Opening Acts Announced

PASO ROBLES (CA) – The California Mid-State Fair has announced a few opening acts for concerts taking place this summer on the Main Grandstand Arena Stage.

Central Coast Wine Competition Confirms 2011 Judges

The Central Coast Wine Competition announced today that its panel of judges for 2011 would be highlighted by Doug Frost, Master of Wine (MW) and Master Sommelier (MS), and noted wine writers Dan Berger, Mike Dunne, Laurie Daniel, and Robert Whitley.