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Sunday, April 27th, 2025

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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Bakersfield residents gathered at Saint Francis Church Saturday to honor Pope Francis, whose death on Monday led Father Theophane Antony to lead a special Mass + parishioners shared how his kind leadership touched their lives.  23ABC News

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Bakersfield Police Activities League co-hosted the Junior Olympics for USA Boxing at the BPAL from April 25th to today—over 100 fighters aged 6 to 16 from across the Central Valley showcased their skills. Some participants qualified for nationals and tickets for the final day are available at the door for $20.  23ABC News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • G-Eazy & Marc E. Bassy Concert

    8 PM – 12 AM — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — VIP Meet & Greet available — Experience multi-platinum artists G-Eazy and Marc E. Bassy live in concert.

    Tue, 4/29/25

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  • F.Y.A.H. Reggae Event

    7-11 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Tickets available — Experience a night of vibrant reggae music in the heart of Bakersfield.

    Fri, 5/2/25

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  • Creed Fisher Concert

    7-10 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Buy Tickets — Enjoy an evening of live country music with Creed Fisher and Buckshot.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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  • Cinco de Mile Half Marathon & Ole 5K

    1:45-6 p.m. — 4200 Empire Dr, Bakersfield, CA — Check website for entry fee — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a festive run and a post-run fiesta filled with fun.

    Sun, 5/4/25

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  • Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Buck Owens' Crystal Palace

    5-10 p.m. — Buck Owens' Crystal Palace — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant festivities of Cinco de Mayo with music, dance, and cultural celebration.

    Mon, 5/5/25

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  • Kultura Night Celebration

    5-8 p.m. — Student Union — Free for CSUB students, $10 for non-students — Celebrate Filipino culture with food, music, and art.

    Wed, 5/7/25

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  • Mopars of Bakersfield Car Show

    All day — Bakersfield KOA Journey — Donation-based — Experience classic cars and community spirit while supporting the Ronald McDonald House of Bakersfield.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • Bakersfield Mother's Day Run

    8 a.m. — The Park at River Walk — Registration fee required — Celebrate the incredible moms in our lives with a fun run honoring their superpowers.

    Sun, 5/11/25

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  • Sleeping Beauty Ballet

    6-9 p.m. — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Get enchanted by a mesmerizing ballet performance of Sleeping Beauty.

    Thu, 5/15/25

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  • State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine: The Sleeping Beauty

    2 AM — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Ticket prices starting at $88 — Experience a stunning ballet performance from the renowned State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine.

    Fri, 5/16/25

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