Mid-State Fair daily schedule for Friday, July 18
311, a beacon of modern rock innovation, on stage at the Chumash Grandstand Arena
-For more than 30 years, 311 has stood as a beacon of innovation in the modern rock scene, maintaining their original lineup while continuously evolving their sound. Originating from Omaha, Nebraska, the band—comprised of Nick Hexum (vocals, guitar), SA Martinez (vocals, turntables), Chad Sexton (drums), P-Nut (bass), and Tim Mahoney (lead guitar)—has become a fixture in the global music landscape, known for their dynamic fusion of rock, reggae, funk, and rap. With a career spanning over three decades, 311’s music remains as vital and fresh as ever, reflecting their unwavering dedication to their craft and their fans. 311 has sold over 10 million albums, achieved over 1.5 billion streams globally, and landed 10 consecutive top 10 charting albums. Across their 13 albums, they have earned 5X Platinum and 6X Gold certifications.
Special guest Iration brings their signature mix of reggae, dub, pop, and rock to the concert.
Join 311 and Iration at 7:30 p.m. at the Chumash Grandstand Arena.
Mid-State Fair daily schedule
8:15 a.m.
- Jan F. Davis Memorial Cow Dog Trials @ Hearst Equestrian Center
9 a.m.
- Primary Pygmy Goat Showmanship followed by Costume Contest @ Livestock Pavilion
- Rabbit Show followed by Rabbit Costume Contest @ Paso Robles Pavilion
Noon
- Fair Opens. Carnival, exhibits, food, drinks, and shopping open everywhere on the fairgrounds.
- Seniors Day throughout the fairgrounds and a nonprofit expo @ Mulbeary Park
- Central Coast Weavers Guild Demonstration @ Ponderosa Pavilion
- The Wilder Show on the fairgrounds
- Free Train Rides – Stops are at Fire Safe House and the CHP booth near Mulbeary Park
- Pacific Animal Productions Exhibit @ Davies Park
- Fire Safe Education Corner @ Fire Safe House
12:30 p.m.
- Barnyard Racers @ South Gate
1 p.m.
- Pacific Animal Productions Show @ Headliner Stage
2 p.m.
- Barnyard Racers @ South Gate
- Diaper Dash @ Main Quad
2:30 p.m.
- Pedal Tractor Race @ Main Quad
3 p.m.
- Pacific Animal Productions Show @ Headliner Stage
3:30 p.m.
- Barnyard Racers @ South Gate
4 p.m.
- Kid’s Day on the Farm Exhibit, sponsored by Rosemary Farm @ The Barn
- Garden Farms Nursery – Irises @ Flower Building
- So You Want to Be a Beekeeper? @ Farm Alley
5 p.m.
- Gold Medal Winners Wine Competition Tasting (ticketed) @ Mission Square Stage
- Pacific Animal Productions Show @ Headliner Stage
5:30 p.m.
- Barnyard Racers @ South Gate
5:45 p.m.
- Watermelon Eating Contests @ Headliner Stage
6 p.m.
- Wine Industry Awards @ Mission Square Stage
- Draft Horse Demo w/ Harris Stage Lines @ Equestrian Lane
- Joel y Su Halcon Dorado @ La Cantina
7 p.m.
- Diaper Dash @ Main Quad
- Karaoke presented by Liquid Trends @ The Silo
- Northfork @ Mission Square Stage
- Pedal Tractor Race @ Main Quad
7:30 p.m.
- 311 @ Chumash Grandstand Arena
8 p.m.
- Herman’s Hermits with Peter Noone @ 805 Beer Frontier Stage
8:30 p.m.
- Fiesta de Baile with DJ Sey @ La Cantina
9 p.m.
- KJUG Barn Dance @ Jimmy’s Watering Hole
9:30 p.m.
- Groovin’ in Boots presented by Liquid Trends and DJ Glen Coco @ The Silo
