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Rescued from urban development and inaccessibility, this 32-acre piece of land has become the city’s recreational hot spot. This park is home to the state-ofthe- art Dignity Health Amphitheatre perfect for outdoor performances. And when you’re not watching a rockin’ concert, you can walk around the beautiful natural features this park has to offer.

https://www.bakersfieldcity.us/297/Recreation-Parks

11298 Stockdale Highway
Bakersfield, CA 93311

Panorama Vista Preserve is 936.8 acres of open space below the Panorama Bluffs. The Kern River Corridor Endowment & Holding Co. Inc. bought the land to preserve and protect the natural environment. You can even see beautiful monarch butterflies fluttering around Bakersfield cactus, milkweed, and other nectar-rich plants.

https://panoramavista.org/

901 E. Roberts Lane
Bakersfield, CA 93308

Ready to camp? Want to watch wildlife? Looking to get your steps in with a nice hike? All of this and more can be done at the Wind Wolves Preserve. Along with an impressive array of landforms and habitats, the preserve is also full of history, with noteworthy Native American rock art. Just remember to leave no trace!

https://wildlandsconservancy.org/preserves/windwolves

16019 Maricopa Highway, (Hwy. 166)
Bakersfield, CA 93311

Rub on that sunblock, grab the family, and head down to the California Living Museum (CALM) to see more than 400 species of animals and California-native plants. CALM exists to display and interpret native California animals and plants for education, conservation, and research. You may even be able to spot an endangered desert bighorn sheep!

https://calmzoo.org/

10500 Alfred Harrell Highway
Bakersfield, CA 93306

• Tuesday - Sunday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Adults $10 // Seniors (60+) $7 // Children (3-12) $6 // Children under 3 FREE

Founded in 1941, the Kern County Museum provides interpretive experiences through historical objects that tell significant stories about Kern County life. Stop by for a unique encounter that brings history to life right in front of your eyes. Your children can stop by the Lori Brock Discovery Center for an even more immersive experience.

https://kerncountymuseum.org/

3801 Chester Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93301

• Wednesday - Sunday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Adults $10 // Seniors/Military $9 // Children ages (4-12) $10 // Children under 3 FREE // Members FREE

Pick some fruit, explore the grounds, and enjoy some family fun! Murray Family Farms allows anyone to pick farm-fresh fruits all year long and appreciate a healthy and delicious meal from the Farm Kitchen after all that hard work. Be sure to check out their Events Calendar for fun activities, including seasonal events.

https://www.murrayfamilyfarms.org/

• The Big Red Barn (flagship location) – 6700 General Beale Road, Bakersfield, CA 93307
• The Little Purple Barn – 9557 Copus Road, Bakersfield, CA 93313
  

Home to the Bakersfield Condors, an AHL hockey team, the Mechanics Bank Arena, Theater and Convention Center is also a buzzing concert venue. Sports and music fans alike can look forward to events here with no shortage of year-round live entertainment offerings.

https://www.mechanicsbankarena.com/

1001 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93301

Located in the heart of Bakersfield’s downtown cultural district, this historical theater hosts Bakersfield’s performance events like ballets and musical acts. Locals with an avid love or nostalgia for an old-fashioned entertainment experience can find their wishes fulfilled here.

http://thebakersfieldfox.com/

2001 H Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301

The Kern County Fair is a local institution, having started out as early as 1916. Throughout its time in Kern County,it has hosted parachute jumps, motorcycle races, magic shows, and parades, along with livestock shows and exhibits. Whether you’re curious about pig racing, want to watch a concert, or simply want to chow down on some classic fair cuisine, the Kern County Fair opens in September and welcomes everyone. The Kern County Fairgrounds also serve as an event venue year-round.

https://www.kerncountyfair.com/

1142 S P Street
Bakersfield, CA 93307

Open every Sunday morning, the Haggin Oaks Farmers Market is considered an intersection of community and food, with its farm-fresh offerings and friendly gathering of vendors and visitors alike. Grab some organic fruits and vegetables, have a cup of coffee, enjoy some unique eats prepared fresh on-site, or have a chat with one of the local vendors.

https://www.visitbakersfield.com/directory/haggin-oaks-farmers-market/

8800 Ming Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93311