Bakersfield, CA

Art buffs hang out at the Bakersfield Museum of Art to appreciate permanent collections from renowned regional artists, and view rare traveling exhibits such as Lethal Beauty; Samurai Weapons and Armor, displaying the compelling duality of deadly weaponry forged with artistic beauty. Release your inner artist by signing up for one of the museum's art classes or workshops.

Address: 1930 R Street Bakersfield, CA 93301 - MAP
Phone: (661) 323-7219
Web: www.bmoa.org

Get your ticket to the hottest live entertainment and sports action in downtown Bakersfield at the Rabobank Arena. Take your seat with 10,000 of your closest neighbors in front of a stage that hosts live performances from Disney on Ice to Judaist Priest, and the LA Lakers versus the LA Clippers.

Address:1001 Truxtun Ave Bakersfield, CA 93301 - MAP
Phone: (661) 852-7300
Web: www.rabobankarena.com

Discover a community treasure at The Fox Theater. Enter a historic 1930s theater restored to its former glory, considered to be the crown jewel of performing arts and entertainment in downtown Bakersfield. Enjoy a performing arts stage and state-of-the-art movie theater that's featured performances by artists like Billy Idol, productions of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and the Dos Equis Comedy Hour.

Address: 2001 H Street Bakersfield, CA 93301 - MAP
Phone: (661) 324-1369
Web: www.foxtheateronline.com

Broadway's musical magic happens at the Bakersfield Music Theater. Spend an evening enjoying entertainment on a stage that features elaborate sets, beautiful costumes, and the impressive talents of community-based casts. The theater has hosted performances of popular productions like Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and You're a Good Man Charlie Brown.

Address: 1931 Chester Avenue Bakersfield, CA 93301 - MAP
Phone: (661) 325-6100
Web: www.bmtshowtiks.com

Conduct your evening out at the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy listening to the sweeping sounds of the professional 80 member orchestra under the direction of Maestro John Farrer, as they perform classical music masterpieces written by the musical greats. Productions have included Beethoven's Overture to Egmont, Brahms Symphony No. 4 and Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker.

Address: 1328 34th St #A Bakersfield, CA 93301 - MAP
Phone: (661) 323-7928
Web: www.bakersfieldsymphony.org