Bakersfield
Today
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield hosts a free Eggstravaganza at MLK Park on Friday, March 27, from 2 to 4 p.m. with an egg hunt at 3 p.m. and fun with the Easter Bunny — the city is also asking residents for input on a park revamp that may include an aquatics facility. Bakersfield Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rising gas prices are prompting Bakersfield drivers to switch to E-85 fuel today as a cost-saving measure, though local station manager Amit Cheema warns that non-flex fuel vehicles risk engine damage. Cheema + noted that declining fuel deliveries may lead to shortages soon. 23ABC News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ An 8th grader from St. John’s Lutheran School in Bakersfield won the Kern County Spelling Bee and will compete in the national Scripps event in Washington, D.C. at the end of May after correctly spelling 'chorten' (she has worked hard for years and enjoyed strong support). 23ABC News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield saw record heat last week—temperatures reached 95° on several days—and the forecast for today calls for a week of 80s with no measurable rain expected. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ On Monday, March 23, Arvin leaders unveiled solar panels at the wastewater plant—these panels will meet the plant’s power needs and cut 360 metric tons of CO2 yearly, equal to removing 80 cars from the road. Bakersfield Now
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield's home market rebounded last month as sellers held back and buyers stepped in, tying the median price record from nine months ago. The Bakersfield Californian
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Viejones Mañosos Tour
9 PM – 1 AM — La Movida Night Club — Tickets selling fast — Experience a vibrant night of live regional music with renowned artists in an electrifying atmosphere.
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Date Night Comedy
6:00-8:00 p.m. — The Clover Entertainment Group — $130 per couple — Enjoy dinner, laughs, and a live auction supporting mental health awareness with comedian Mike Goodwin.
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Cults & Classics: Sunset Boulevard
7-9 p.m. — Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — $5 tickets — Enjoy the classic film Sunset Boulevard at one of California's beautiful movie palaces.
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Silverada Live at BarrelHouse Brewing
7:30-11:30 p.m. — BarrelHouse Brewing Bakersfield — Tickets available — Experience high-energy country rock by Silverada in a vibrant taproom atmosphere.
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Bakersfield Condors vs. Tucson Roadrunners Hockey Match
6:30-9 p.m. — Dignity Health Arena — Affordable family-friendly fun — Experience the thrill of AHL hockey with speed, hits, and excitement.
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The Great Classics
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Dignity Health Arena, Theater and Convention Center — $TBD — Experience timeless classical music performed by the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra in an elegant setting.
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R&B Sundaze
11 AM – 3 PM — BottleShock Wine and Brew — $20 presale, $25 at the door — Enjoy a vibrant afternoon with live R&B music by DJ Spoon and DJ Ace.
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ABRA Cadabra: An ABBA Tribute
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of glittering costumes and irresistible ABBA melodies with the acclaimed tribute band.
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2026 Earth Day 661 Festival
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Beach Park — Free entry — Celebrate Mother Earth with live music, eco-friendly vendors, and family fun activities.
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Baseball Game: CSU Bakersfield vs. Cal State LA
6:30-8 p.m. — Hardt Field — Check for ticket prices — Catch the action as CSU Bakersfield takes on Cal State LA in an exciting baseball matchup.
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