Local Business Spotlight

I used to go to Burger Hut before the change of ownership because they had delicious, fresh and simple ingredients in all their burger options. If you’ve ever been there, you know exactly what I’m talking about.

Enter the new age in Burger Hut’s ownership with Phil, his wife Myriam, and his Cheesesteaks. I had seen they had taken over, and their Philly Cheesesteaks looked delicious in all the pictures I’ve seen. I finally got a chance to go in, and my goodness it did not disappointment!

I really want to give Phil and his wife a big shoutout. I went in, accidentally, right as they were closing. They said they could take my order and get it to go because they had something personal pending. They had a great smile, were so friendly and let me tell you about the sandwiches! AMAZING.

Phil told me they get all their ingredients flown in from Philly because he used to live there so he wanted to bring authentic Philly taste here to the city; Meats, bread and more, which explains why everything tasting so different than sandwiches I’ve tasted in Bakersfield.

Let’s go out and support local. Phi’s Cheesesteaks and Burger Hut is located at 1112 19th St and is open from Monday-Friday 10AM-4PM and Saturday 10AM-3PM. There’s some variations of his sandwiches I have to give a try like the Pizza Cheesesteak, so you better believe I’ll be there soon!

Helping the Community

Highland Elementary School’s Girl’s Gala Needs Help

Highland Elementary School PTA is preparing for their Girls Gala on February 12 and is currently seeking support from local businesses and community members. They are accepting donations such as food, desserts, raffle prizes, flowers, and gift cards to help make the event special for students and families. Even possible discount on food services could possibly work and be welcomed!

If you’re interested in contributing or learning more, you can contact the PTA directly at [email protected].

Featured Events

Walking Moai at The Park at River Walk. Wednesday (6:00 PM – 7:30 PM)
11298 Stockdale Hwy. Hosted by Blue Zones Project Bakersfield, this community walking group is designed to encourage natural movement and social connection. Walk duration is flexible based on the group from 30 mins and can go the full 1:30. Pets are welcome! Go out, get active and have some fun making friends.

The Well Comedy Club has opened its doors downtown! Hans Kim is the first scheduled show. Go check it out with 4 different start times between Friday and Saturday!

💡 Click the underlined event name for tickets or more info.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22

• Chess Club @ Temblor Brewing Company (5:00 PM) Casual chess meetup open to all skill levels.
• Cruise Night (Car Show & DJs) @ Chuy’s Baja Grill (6:00 PM) Weekly car show with DJs, classic cars, and food.
• Pride Connection Mixer @ BottleShock Wine & Brew (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM) 1002 19th St. Community mixer hosted with The Center for Sexuality & Gender Diversity. 21+ event with appetizers provided and drinks available for purchase.
• Love On Tap @ Temblor Brewing Company (7:00 PM) Social connection night focused on meeting new people.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23

• Night Artisan Fair @ Riverwalk Park (5:00 PM – 9:00 PM) Evening artisan market featuring local vendors, food, and handmade goods.
• Friday Night Magic @ Bakersfield Esports Center (6:30 PM) Weekly Magic: The Gathering event for players of all levels.
• nX Annex After Hours: Art Moai @ nX Annex Gallery (7:00 PM) Guided art session focused on creativity, community, and hands-on expression. Sign up REQUIRED
• Bakersfield Condors vs. Colorado Eagles @ Mechanics Bank Arena (7:00 PM) Home AHL hockey matchup.
• Corks & Strokes “Pretty in Pink” @ Corks & Strokes (7:00 PM – 9:00 PM) 2623 F St, Suite M. Guided paint night with step-by-step instruction.
• Hans Kim Live @ The Well Comedy Club (7:00 PM & 10:00 PM). Stand-up comedy performance by Hans Kim, best known from Kill Tony, marking one of the first major shows at Bakersfield’s new comedy club.
• The Curious Savage @ Bakersfield Community Theatre (7:30 PM) Live theatre performance.
• Radium Girls @ The Empty Space (7:30 PM – 9:30 PM) Stage production based on the true story of women factory workers exposed to radium.
• Roller Coffin: A Goth Themed Skate Night @ Rollerama (8:00 PM – 11:00 PM) All-ages skate night with goth music. Admission includes skate rental.
• The Emo Night Tour @ Legends Event Center (8:00 PM) 21+ throwback emo and pop-punk dance party.
• Hans Kim Live @ The Well Comedy Club (7:00 PM & 10:00 PM). Stand-up comedy performance by Hans Kim, best known from Kill Tony, marking one of the first major shows at Bakersfield’s new comedy club.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24

• F Street Farmers Market @ In Your Wildest Dream parking lot (7:45 AM – 12:00 PM) Downtown farmers market featuring produce, food vendors, and local goods.
• XS Muscle Community Workout @ XS Muscle (7:30 AM) Group workout open to the community.
• Mixed Pickles Pickleball Tournament @ Greenacres PicklePlex (8:00 AM) 2014 Calloway Dr. Pickleball tournament open to mixed teams.
• Girls Run B Weekly Run @ Sports Village (8:00 AM) 9001 Ashe Rd. Community run meeting at the kids’ playground parking lot.
• Riverlakes Farmers Market @ Centennial High School parking lot (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM) Farmers market with vendors, food, and handmade items.
• American Kids Sports Hiring Event @ American Kids Sports Center (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) 3622 Allen Rd. Hiring event for coaching and support roles.
• Kern Corgi Club Meetup @ High Gate Dog Park (11:00 AM) 14606 Coyle Cir. Social meetup for corgi owners and fans.
• Corks & Strokes “Cupid’s Little Helper” @ Corks & Strokes (12:00 PM – 1:30 PM) 2623 F St, Suite M. Family-friendly guided paint class.
• BarrelHouse Bakersfield Grand Opening @ BarrelHouse Bakersfield (12:00 PM – Midnight) 4200 Resnik Ct. All-day grand opening celebration featuring multiple live bands, contests, a kids zone, and beer flowing all day to celebrate BarrelHouse’s official arrival in Bakersfield.
• Rodeo Pro Wrestling: Ascension @ BPAL Center (6:00 PM) 301 E 4th St. Live professional wrestling event with doors opening at 6:00 PM.
• Catbox Album Release Show @ Temblor Brewing Company (7:00 PM) Live album release performance.
• Experience Freqs Presents @ Jerry’s Pizza & Pub (7:00 PM) Live music showcase with multiple performers.
• Hans Kim Live @ The Well Comedy Club (7:00 PM & 10:00 PM). Stand-up comedy performance by Hans Kim, best known from Kill Tony, marking one of the first major shows at Bakersfield’s new comedy club.
• Bakersfield Condors vs. Abbotsford Canucks @ Mechanics Bank Arena (7:00 PM) Home AHL hockey matchup.
• Corks & Strokes “Road to Adventure” @ Corks & Strokes (7:00 PM – 9:00 PM) 2623 F St, Suite M. Evening guided paint class.
• The Curious Savage @ Bakersfield Community Theatre (7:30 PM) Live theatre performance.
• Radium Girls @ The Empty Space (7:30 PM – 9:30 PM) Stage production.
• Hans Kim Live @ The Well Comedy Club (7:00 PM & 10:00 PM). Stand-up comedy performance by Hans Kim, best known from Kill Tony, marking one of the first major shows at Bakersfield’s new comedy club.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 25

• Haggin Oaks Farmers Market @ Haggin Oaks (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM) Weekly farmers market with produce, food vendors, and handmade goods.
• Artisan Fair @ Riverwalk Park (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM) Morning artisan market featuring local vendors, handmade goods, and small businesses in an outdoor park setting.
• Taco Bell Century 6.0 Ride @ 2305 Alta Vista Dr. (8:00 AM) Long-distance cycling event with route rules provided by organizers.
• Rio Bravo Farmers Market @ Rio Bravo Ranch (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM) 15701 CA-178. Farmers market with food vendors, crafts, and baked goods.
• Bakolandia Sunday Pop-Up Market @ Tractor Supply (10:00 AM – 3:00 PM) 6710 Colony St. Community pop-up featuring local vendors and small businesses.
• Bakersfield Besties Community Walk @ Riverwalk Park (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM) Social walk focused on connection and community.
• The Ninja Twins Live @ Jerry’s Pizza & Pub (11:30 AM – 2:30 PM) Live music brunch performance.
• Corks & Strokes “Oh Gnomeo!” @ Corks & Strokes (1:00 PM – 2:30 PM) 2623 F St, Suite M. Guided paint class.
• The Curious Savage @ Bakersfield Community Theatre (2:00 PM) Matinee theatre performance.
• Radium Girls @ The Empty Space (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM) Afternoon stage performance.
• Tina: The Tina Turner Musical @ Mechanics Bank Theater (1:00 PM) Final matinee performance for the weekend.

MONDAY, JANUARY 26

• Motown Mondays w/ Kev King @ Jerry’s Pizza & Pub (6:00 PM – 10:00 PM) DJ-led Motown night with classic soul and R&B.
• CSU Bakersfield Women’s Basketball vs. UC San Diego @ Icardo Center (6:30 PM) Home basketball game.
• Bingo & Beer @ Temblor Brewing Company (7:00 PM) Weekly bingo night with prizes and craft beer.
• Dungeons & Dragons Meetup @ Bakersfield Esports Center (7:00 PM) Weekly tabletop RPG meetup for new and experienced players.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 27

• Paint Party: Honey Highlander @ Chuy’s Baja Grill (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM) 8660 Rosedale Hwy. Guided paint party with all materials included.
• Love Stamp Candleholder Sip & Paint @ BottleShock Wine & Brew (6:30 PM) 1002 19th St. Guided paint workshop with a complimentary glass of wine. 21+.
• Pub Trivia @ Temblor Brewing Company (7:00 PM) Weekly team trivia night.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28

• Audiobook Walking Club (Moai Week 5) @ Panorama Park (9:00 AM) Group walk with audiobook listening and discussion.
• Vision Board 2026 Walk + Activity @ Panorama Park (9:00 AM) Social time begins at 9:00 AM with walk takeoff at 9:15 AM, followed by an activity at Covenant Coffee.
• Family Game Night @ Temblor Brewing Company (4:00 PM) Board games and family-friendly activities.
• Cornhole Tournament @ Temblor Brewing Company (5:30 PM) Weekly cornhole competition.
• Walking Moai @ The Park at River Walk (6:00 PM – 7:30 PM) 11298 Stockdale Hwy. Community walking group hosted by the Blue Zones Project Bakersfield focused on natural movement, connection, and meeting new people. Open to all ages and fitness levels. Pets welcomed!
• Emo Karaoke @ Jerry’s Pizza & Pub (7:00 PM – Midnight) Karaoke night focused on emo and pop-punk favorites.
• Bingo Night + Live Music w/ Vince Galindo @ Rooster’s Honky Tonk (8:00 PM) Weekly bingo followed by live music.
• Smash Bros Tournament @ Sandrini’s Public House (9:15 PM) Competitive Super Smash Bros tournament.

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