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Sunday, January 25th, 2026

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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Community leaders and local residents gathered at St. John Missionary Baptist Church to honor Dr. Irma Carson—Bakersfield's first Black woman in city hall, police and council—recognizing her legacy of paving the way for future leaders. The city declared January 24 as Dr. Irma Carson Day to celebrate her lifelong civic service.  23ABC News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Private Eyes: A Tribute to Hall & Oates

    7-9 PM — Bakersfield Music Hall of Fame — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an authentic tribute to the iconic sounds of Daryl Hall & John Oates.

    Thu, 2/5/26

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  • Ontario Reign at Bakersfield Condors

    7-9 p.m. — Mechanics Bank Arena — $3 Beers Night — Enjoy affordable brews while cheering on the Condors in this exciting hockey matchup.

    Fri, 2/6/26

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  • La Lomita Wine Dinner

    6-9 p.m. — The Padre Hotel — $120 per person — Experience a curated four-course dinner with exquisite wine pairings from La Lomita.

    Sat, 2/7/26

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  • San Diego Gulls vs. Bakersfield Condors

    7-9 p.m. — Mechanics Bank Arena — $3 Beers — Enjoy a spirited hockey matchup on Country Night with drink specials.

    Fri, 2/13/26

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  • Kern County Fairgrounds Event

    9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Kern County Fair And Event Center — Ticket allows entrance for both days — Enjoy a family-friendly weekend with free entry for kids under 12.

    Sat, 2/14/26

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  • Los Hermanos Mendoza Live Concert

    7-10 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of Los Hermanos Mendoza with their unique blend of traditional and modern music.

    Sun, 2/15/26

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  • Baseball Game: CSU Bakersfield vs. Utah Tech

    6:30-8:00 p.m. — Hardt Field — Watch the teams battle it out in an exciting college baseball matchup.

    Tue, 2/17/26

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  • Yannis Pappas Comedy Show

    9:30-10:30 p.m. — The Well Comedy Club — General admission available — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian and podcaster Yannis Pappas.

    Fri, 2/20/26

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  • Yannis Pappas Comedy Show

    5:30-10:30 p.m. — The Well Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with renowned comedian Yannis Pappas, known for his relatable humor and engaging storytelling.

    Sat, 2/21/26

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  • Baseball Game: CSUB vs. Saint Mary's

    6:30-8 p.m. — Hardt Field — Tickets start at $11.20 — Come out and enjoy an exciting college baseball matchup under the lights.

    Tue, 2/24/26

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