A night to show your support for SLO County candidates!

A night to show your support for SLO County candidates!

Proceeds from this event directly support candidates running for local office in Paso Robles as well as select offices in SLO county that are critical to representing Democratic ideals & interests.

Our local candidates need our financial support. Community support is essential to this work to assure that these individuals have the resources to finance their campaigns.

Where: Castoro Cellars
1315 N Bethel Rd, Templeton, CA 93465

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Since 1983 Castoro Cellars has been making some of the best wines on the Central Coast. Our estate grown vineyards, located on the East and West sides of…

When: May 29th, 2026 from 6 pm to 9 pm

Here’s a taste of what awaits you:

  • Meet & Greet with local Politicians, candidates and leaders in the Democratic Party. Enjoy some light hors d'oeuvres while mingling with some local VIPs as well as your fellow Dems from across the county!
  • Delicious Food and Wine. Indulge in a delectable spread from Cahoots Catering including Caeser and Mixed Green Salad, Rice Pilaf, Fingerling Potatoes, Mediterranean Lasagna, Prosciutto Wrap Pork Tenderloin, Cashew Crusted Salmon, and dinner rolls. Each ticket comes with two glasses of wine from Castoro Cellars. Extra wine by the bo
  • Silent & Live Auction, Wine Pull and "Guess the number of wine corks" to enter to win a magnum of wine!
  • Live Music provided by local artists The Belmores! Check them out below for a preview of their music!
The Belmores - Music
The Belmores music.

Listen to the Belmores at local wineries or on their website.

Why Your Support Matters:

Even at the local level, running a political campaign can cost tens of thousands of dollars, with many candidates using their own money! The funds raised at “Off to the Races” will go directly to local candidates including the following offices:

  • Paso Robles City Council: District 1 & 2
  • Paso Robles School Board: District 1, 2, & 4
  • San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder
  • San Luis Obispo County Supervisor: District 2 & 4
  • California State Assembly; District 30

Tickets:

  • Single: [$150 early bird through April 30th, then $165 through May 29th] – Includes access to the event, dinner, dessert, two glasses of wine, and entertainment.
  • VIP Table: [$1,200] – Includes all the perks of General Admission for six people plus Priority Access, Reserved Seating with one of our local candidates or current politicians, AND your choice of Two Select Bottles of Castoro wine from a curated list.

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Auction Item Donations:
The Club is still seeking donations for the live and silent auctions. Please contact Jennifer Schroeder (850-319-8288) or Juliane Starks (805-904-5039) or email us at events@pasoroblesdemocrats.org to make a donation or for more information. Donations valued at $500 or more will include TWO complimentary tickets to the event! Some ideas for donations include:

  • Staycations & Getaways – Coastal retreats, wine country escapes, boutique hotel stays, and vacation rentals
  • Gift Cards – A night out at favorite local spots, boutiques, specialty services
  • Local Experiences – Wine tastings, brewery tours, cooking classes, adventure activities (ziplining, kayaking, horseback riding)
  • Entertainment Packages – Concert or theater tickets, VIP event access
  • Private Experiences – Dinner parties or cooking demo, photography session, paint & sip
  • Pet-Lover Packages – Dog training, grooming, pet-friendly stays
  • Services - landscaping, home improvement, legal

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support our local candidates and assure we have the government that represents our progressive values!