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What?Salinas Valley Fair
When? May 17 - 20, 2018
Where? Salinas Valley Fairgrounds
Why are we Excited? Because we enjoy some good old-fashioned fun! Check out the madness of hot rod truck pulling event on Friday May 18; see all the bull-riding action on Saturday, May 19; or—if you’re brave enough—enter the Talent Competition to see if you can win a share of the $3,200 in cash awards that are up for grabs!
 
What? The Motul FIM Superbike World Championship
When? June 22-24, 2018
Where? Mazda Raceway, Salinas
Why are we Excited? Because we love the thrill of the race! Brace yourself for some serious speed, because some of the world’s greatest motorcycle road racers are descending upon Mazda Raceway for the Motul FIM Superbike World Championship GEICO US Round featuring the MotoAmerica Championship of Monterey.
 
What? Blake Shelton Concert
When? July 13, 2018
Where? Salinas Sports Complex
Why are we Excited? Because this will be an amazing kick-off concert for this year’s 2018 California Rodeo in Salinas! After 25 number one singles, winning the ‘Male Vocalist of the Year’ award five times and becoming a coach on the Emmy Award-winning television show, The Voice, Shelton is coming to Salinas!
 
What? Salinas Valley Half Marathon
When? August 4, 2018
Where? Soledad Mission to Pessagno Winery
Why are we Excited? Because this is one beautiful half marathon! It starts at the historic Soledad Mission, which was established back in 1791 and was made famous by John Steinbeck in his novel East of Eden. The route then heads west toward the vineyard-filled Santa Lucia Mountains before turning north and winding over the gently rolling hills. Half marathons don’t come any prettier than that!
 
Looking for some excitement this summer? Than look no further than a getaway at the Laurel Inn & Conference Center in Salinas. It’s the perfect accommodation option if you’re planning to make the most of Salinas’s awesome event line-up this summer. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast, use the free high speed Wi-Fi, take a dip in the heated pool or enjoy a meal at the onsite Black Bear Diner.