The Bakersfield Police Activities League is offering a free After-School Program starting August 26th for children ages 6–17. It runs Monday through Thursday from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM and includes snacks, dinner, tutoring, arts & crafts, games, and more. For details, visit www.bakersfieldpal.org or call (661) 283-8880. Location: 301 E 4th St., Bakersfield, CA 93307.
What's Going On
Line Dance Fest
The End Of Summer Line Dance Fest hits the Fairfax Grange Saturday, September 13th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A full day of fun. Beginners Welcome! Just $30 for adults , $15 fir kids under 16.Contact- email: [email protected]
A Heart for Heroes Art Camp
A Heart for Heroes Art Camp is happening Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 10 AM–2 PM at the Hoffmann Hospice Grief Support Building. This free camp supports children and teens of first responders who have lost a loved one, with arts, crafts, music, games, lunch, and a snack included. Registration is required at HoffmannHospice.org/events.
Kern Adaptive Sports Fair
The 2025 Kern Adaptive Sports Fair is September 13 at 10 AM at the Dignity Health Sports Complex. Enjoy demos, resources, giveaways, and guest speaker Paralympian Matt Scott—all free to the public.
12th Annual Kern County Run/Walk
Join the 12th Annual Kern County Run/Walk on Saturday, September 20th from 8 a.m to 12 p.m. at Riverwalk Park. Registration is $20 for adults and $10 for kids ages 3-11. Cancer survivors are free. The event runs from 8 AM to 12 PM, and families can register online at www.KernCountyCancerRun.org.
Feed the Need Food Drive
The Kern County Fair and CAPK Food Bank need volunteers for the Feed the Need food drive on September 23, 2025, from 3–9 PM. Volunteers will help collect canned food donations and welcome fair visitors. For details, contact Araseli Lopez at [email protected].
Free Lunch & Learn on joint pain
Adventist Health Bakersfield is hosting a free Lunch & Learn on joint pain, Tuesday, September 30th from noon to 1 p.m. Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Timothy Galan will discuss hip and knee anatomy, common disorders, prevention, and treatments. Lunch is included, but RSVP is required at AdventistHealthBakersfield.org/LunchAndLearn.
Kern County Heart and Stroke Walk
The Kern County Heart and Stroke Walk takes place Saturday, October 11th at CSU Bakersfield. The American Heart Association is inviting the community to join in raising funds to fight heart disease and stroke. Registration is available at BakersfieldHeartWalk.com.
A-Z Foundation Group Golf Tournament
Join the A-Z Foundation Group Golf Tournament on Sunday, October 13, 2025, at Rio Bravo Country Club. Proceeds benefit Honor Flight Kern County, Valley Children’s, and the Free Veterans Golf Tournament—Register your team or sponsor today! Contact [email protected]
Howloweenie Parade
Hoffmann Hospice’s first Howloweenie Parade is set for October 23rd at 5pm at Belcourt Village. Dress up your pups for a fun costume contest with prizes for Best Costume, Most Talented, and Best Duo (Dog + Human), plus swag bags while supplies last.
