Sorry for Being Late.
Hey guys, I know I’m really late this week. Sorry about that, I’ve just been pretty darn sick all week. I haven’t really been sick since close to 2020 so it finally got me good.
With all that in mind, this issue will basically be an all events issue. Thanks for all the support guys!
🎟️ Events This Week: February 6th-11th
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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6
Night Artisan Fair @ Riverwalk Park (5:00 PM – 9:00 PM) Evening artisan market with vendors and a relaxed night-out vibe.
First Friday Art Walk @ 1020 18th St. (5:00 PM – 9:00 PM) Monthly art walk featuring local artists, live music, pop-ups, and galleries throughout downtown.
First Friday Open Mic @ Dagny’s Coffee Company (6:00 PM) Free open mic night featuring poetry, spoken word, and music. 1600 20th St.
Mesmerica 360 (James Hood’s Mesmerica) @ The William M. Thomas Planetarium (Bakersfield College) (5:30 PM / 6:45 PM / 8:00 PM) Hypnotic 3D motion art + music experience
Galentine’s Drunk Journaling @ Tlo Wines Tasting Room (5:30 PM – Close · $45 GA / $65 VIP) Galentine’s-themed journaling night with wine, live music, photo booth, fortune readings, and themed activities.
Uncle Lazer @ The Well Comedy Club (7:00 PM) Stand-up show (your screenshot shows Friday + Saturday dates).
Friday Night Social Dance @ Fairfax Grange (7:00 PM · $10) Community social dance night featuring foxtrot, waltz, tango, swing, and country two-step. Proceeds benefit Fairfax Grange restoration.
Crushin Hard (Valentine Edition) @ Bakersfield Underground Venue (9:00 PM · 18+) Valentine’s rave featuring techno, hard techno, acid, hardstyle, and gabber with interactive attractions. Location: 1430 Weedpatch Hwy.
Sploinky Rave @ The Nile Theater (9:00 PM) Late-night electronic rave bringing high-energy beats and underground vibes to the historic Nile.
Bob & Brews (9th Annual) @ BottleShock Wine & Brew (8:00 PM – 11:00 PM · 21+) Reggae on the patio celebrating Bob Marley’s birthday, featuring Dub Seeds (all–Bob Marley set) with opener Central Roots. Food available from Zepeda’s Pizza and Hopeton’s Jerk Stand. GA $6 advance / $10 at the gate (cash only).
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7
BMC Rock Cobbler 13.0 @ Pyles Boys Camp Group Picnic Area (5:30 AM – 8:00 PM) World-famous gravel bike race and ride through Bakersfield backroads, trails, and dirt. After-race festivities include live music by Soda Crackers.
BKO Kids Fishing Derby @ River Walk Park (6:00 AM – 12:00 PM) Youth fishing derby featuring tagged fish, raffle prizes, trophies for all age groups, and a $1,000 top prize. ($25 entry)
F Street Farmers Market @ in your wildest dreams parking lot (7:45 AM – 12:00 PM) Weekly farmers market with local produce and vendors.
Girls Run Bakersfield run group meets @ 9001 Ashe Rd (8:00 AM) Self-Love Run focused on community, movement, and positive vibes. All paces welcome. Weekly women’s run group
Riverlakes Farmers Market @ CHS Parking Lot (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM) Weekly farmers market with rotating vendors.
Rock Cobbler Morning Party @ Ethel’s Old Corral (8:00 AM – 10:00 AM) “Rock Cobbler” morning party listed on Ethel’s schedule graphic.
Downtown Artisan Fair @ Mill Creek Park (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM) Artisan market hits downtown with handmade crafts, food vendors, and family-friendly fun.
Valentine’s Day Pop-Up Market @ Rio Bravo Ranch (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM) One-day Valentine’s pop-up featuring local vendors and sweet finds. 13918 Mausbacher Rd.
Photo Walk @ Reverb Coffee (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM) Community photo walk hosted by The Bako Project. Open to all shooters, film or digital.
Vintage Valentine’s Paint & Sip @ In Your Wildest Dreams (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM) Cozy paint & sip with a pre-drawn Valentine’s canvas option, open coffee/tea bar, specialty drink + pastry, plus live music by John Love. 2819 F St. ($45 per person / limited seating per post)
Galentine’s Day Pilates (10:30 AM) Yoga mats provided + mocktails, dress code “pink or red galentines pjs” (location shared upon ticket purchase per post).
International Speedway Motorcycle Racing, Super Prix @ Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway (1:00 PM) International competitors and a full day of racing action (per the Kern Raceway post).
Fall/Winter Buckle Series by Bibles & Bulls x Funny Farm @ 51/50 Arena (Open 12:00 PM · Final Round 1:00 PM) Faith-driven bull riding series blending competitive rides with community and worship-focused values.
Madden 26 Tournament @ Bakersfield Esports Center (3:00 PM · $20 per player) Competitive Madden tournament open to players of all skill levels. Held at 7104 Golden State Hwy. Registration required.
Farmers Market at Tejon @ Outlets at Tejon (4:00 PM – 8:00 PM) Saturday night market with local vendors (post also mentions hourly gift card giveaways).
Mesmerica 360 (James Hood’s Mesmerica) @ The William M. Thomas Planetarium (Bakersfield College) (5:30 PM / 6:45 PM / 8:00 PM) Hypnotic 3D motion art + music experience (tickets show $39.90 on your screenshot).
2026 Installation & Business Awards Gala @ Dignity Health Arena & Convention Center (6:00 PM) Formal gala hosted by the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce with cocktails, dinner, awards, and dancing.
A Night in Tuscany @ Rio Bravo Ranch (6:00 PM) Intimate Italian-inspired evening with a four-course dinner and wine in a ranch setting. Reservations required.
World Ballet Company: Swan Lake @ Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater (Saturday · 7:00 PM) Classic Swan Lake performed live by the internationally touring World Ballet Company.
Girls Night Out: The Show @ Legends Event Center (Doors 7:00 PM · Show 8:00 PM · 21+) High-energy live entertainment event featuring the world-famous Girls Night Out performers.
Uncle Lazer @ The Well Comedy Club (7:00 PM) Stand-up show (your screenshot shows Friday + Saturday dates).
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8
Haggin Oaks Farmers Market @ 8800 Ming Ave. (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM) Weekly Sunday market.
Riverwalk Artisan Fair @ The Park at River Walk (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM) Sunday artisan fair (your graphic lists February 8 as one of the open Sundays).
Super Bowl @ Ethel’s Old Corral (Game starts 3:30 PM) Listed on Ethel’s schedule graphic.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9
Motown Mondays @ Jerry’s Pizza w/ Kev King (6:00 PM – 10:00 PM) Weekly Motown night.
Bingo & Beer @ Temblor Brewing (7:00 PM) Weekly bingo night.
Dungeons & Dragons Meetup @ Bakersfield Esports Center (7:00 PM) Weekly D&D meetup.
Bakersfield Line Dancing @ BarrelHouse (6:30 PM – 8:30 PM) Listed on the February calendar post from linedancebako ($10 on the graphic).
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10
Songwriters Soapbox @ Ethel’s Old Corral (6:30 PM) Intimate performances featuring original music (poster shows all ages + no cover).
Pub Trivia @ Temblor Brewing (7:00 PM) Weekly trivia night.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11
Audiobook Walk Moai (Session #9) @ Panorama Park (9:00 AM – 10:30 AM) Bring an audiobook + headphones and join a relaxed group walk. 899 Panorama Dr.
Family Game Night @ Temblor Brewing (4:00 PM) Weekly game night.
Cornhole Tournament @ Temblor Brewing (5:30 PM) Weekly cornhole tournament.
Walking Moai @ The Park at River Walk (6:00 PM – 7:30 PM) Weekly walking meetup / connect-with-new-friends style event (your BZP screenshot shows this date + time). 11298 Stockdale Hwy.
Emo Karaoke @ Jerry’s Pizza & Pub (7:00 PM – Midnight) Weekly emo + pop-punk karaoke night.
Bingo Night + Live Music w/ Vince Galindo @ Rooster’s Honky Tonk (8:00 PM) Weekly bingo night with live music.
Movie Night: 50 First Dates @ BottleShock Wine & Brew (7:00 PM) Monthly movie night kicks off with the rom-com classic. Come early for drinks, pizza, apps, popcorn, and candy. Popcorn and candy proceeds benefit the SPCA.
Western Wednesdays @ The Fairfax Grange (Doors 5:40 PM · Lessons 6:00 PM) Teaching two-step (etiquette, basics, drills).
Valentine’s Trivia Night @ Sandrini’s Public House (9:15 PM) Valentine-themed trivia night with food, drinks, games, and prizes. Teams up to four players; DM to register.
That’s it for this week.
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