Travel Paso opens applications for 2027 community event grants

By Staff Report · Fri Sep 11 2026

PASO ROBLES — Travel Paso is accepting applications for its 2027 Community Event Grants, which provide funding and in-kind marketing support to local event promoters, organizations and community groups hosting events throughout the year.

The program supports cultural, social and recreational events that bring visitors and residents together while contributing to Paso Robles’ community and tourism economy.

In 2026, the Community Event Grants program provided in-kind marketing support to 22 organizations, with 15 recipients also receiving grant funding totaling more than $80,000.

“Travel Paso is proud to support local organizations in bringing events to life for visitors and locals,” said Stacie Jacob, president and CEO of Travel Paso. “These events create memorable experiences while bringing visitors into the community and encouraging them to explore and support businesses throughout Paso Robles, creating a broader impact across the destination.”

The 2026 grant recipients included Studios on the Park, Pacific Coast Cutting Horse Association, Paso Robles Distillery Trail, Women in Olive Oil, The Rhone Rangers, Paso Robles Horse Park Foundation, 3 Speckled Hens, Paso Robles Main Street Inc., REC Foundation, FARMstead ED/SLO County Farm Trail, Castoro Cellars, The Bovine Classic, Garagiste Events Inc., The Paderewski Festival and Estrella Warbirds Museum Inc.

Applications for events taking place during the 2027 calendar year are due Oct. 16.

More information and applications are available at travelpaso.com/community-event-grant