Mission Square Stage lineup announced at Mid-State Fair
Way Out West.
Concerts are free with paid fair admission
– The California Mid-State Fair announced the 2025 lineup for the Mission Square Stage, featuring live music performances each night of the fair. All shows are free with paid admission and begin at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
On July 16, Carbon City Lights from San Luis Obispo will perform a high-energy mix of modern rock, heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies.
Monte Mills and The Lucky Horseshoe Band will bring classic country and honky-tonk music to the stage on July 17.
On July 18, Northfork will deliver country rock originals and hits with rich harmonies and dynamic guitar work.
Rock Odyssey, a rock ‘n’ roll cover band, will perform on July 19 with classic hits that span generations.
Way Out West will take the stage on July 20, performing a mix of country, rock and Americana music.
On July 21, Peach and the Jam from San Luis Obispo will showcase funk, soul and rock with powerhouse vocals and energetic grooves.
The July 22 performance will feature Club Dv8, an ‘80s cover band playing hits by Michael Jackson, Prince, INXS, The Cure and Billy Idol.
On July 23, Cheap Trip will bring a glam rock show with guitar solos and a tribute to ‘80s rock and classic hits.
The Noach Tangeras Band will perform on July 24, offering a blend of folk, country and blues.
DNA, a father-daughter rock duo, will perform on July 25 with bluesy rock favorites and soulful originals.
The Lost & Found Band will perform on July 26, playing rock, country and dance hits.
Closing out the fair on July 27 will be Rock Haven, covering rock anthems and deep cuts.
The Mission Square Stage performances are sponsored by The Tire Store.
In addition to free live music, San Luis Obispo County residents can save at the fair with discounted season passes and daily admission tickets available online until midnight on July 15 and at Farm Supply during the month of June.
Discounted carnival wristbands are available through local nonprofit organizations.
A ValPak coupon in mailboxes in July will offer two corndogs, two lemonades and admission for two. A separate coupon for a Philly cheesesteak, cheese curds and two soft drinks will be available on the fair website in July.
The California Mid-State Fair runs July 16-27. Gates are open Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to midnight and Friday through Sunday from noon to midnight. For more information, visit www.midstatefair.com.
