Bakersfield
Today
Friday, October 24th, 2025
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new report from the Women’s and Girls’ Fund shows local women have improved their education and teen pregnancy rates — yet they still face wage gaps and higher health risks. Nonprofits will use the report to make changes as applications for the next grant cycle open. 23ABC News
- ➤ The annual CASA Superhero Run will take place tomorrow at the Park at Riverwalk with 2K, 5K and 10K races starting at 8:00 a.m. Registration remains open until the event begins—money raised will support CASA of Kern County as they help advocate for children in foster care. 23ABC News
- ➤ The East Side Aquatic Center—touted as one of the most beautiful facilities—is now open to offer local residents modern aquatic amenities that fulfill a long-held dream; city officials say the center will soon host various programs for community members. The Bakersfield Californian
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The new Woolworths store is set to open this weekend in Bakersfield. Owner Emily Waite said the store will offer a variety of new products and services that aim to refresh the local shopping scene. Bakersfield Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The St. Demiana Coptic Orthodox Church will host its 16th annual Coptic festival this weekend at (9200 White Lane) in Bakersfield where visitors can join hourly tours, see famous icons, enjoy Egyptian gifts and foods like Baklava and vegan Koshari, and take part in games and face painting (11am to 7pm) with free admission. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Wind Wolves Preserve will host its Howl-O-Ween event on October 25 at 1 p.m.—Outdoor Educator Carolina Ruiz said the event will include spooky activities for families. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ The Bakersfield College Theater Program hosted the 41st Annual Kern Shakespeare Festival at the Edward Simonsen Performing Arts Center in early October, breaking attendance records as Much Ado About Nothing sold 667 tickets and the festival reached a total of 1,031 tickets sold (the highest in five years). Bakersfield College
- ➤ Student mariachi groups will compete on Saturday for the chance to open for Grammy-nominated Mariachi Sol de Mexico at Festival del Mariachi held at Arvin High School. The competition, a first for the festival, will include educational workshops and draw 500 participants from local high school programs (with groups from Bakersfield and nearby areas). 23ABC News
- ➤ Wind Wolves Preserve will host its Howl-O-Ween event on October 25 at 1 p.m.—Outdoor Educator Carolina Ruiz said the park will offer spooky activities for visitors. Bakersfield Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local food vendors were told they must now obtain a mobile food facility permit to sell at high school events under the Kern High School District, a move that has frustrated vendors like Anakaren Munguia who rely on school fundraisers. The new rule requires a $300 permit and could cost vendors over $22,000 in total as officials plan to review the guidelines with schools soon—vendors say the change is unfair. Bakersfield Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Caltrans cleared a Bakersfield homeless camp near Highway 99 and Ming Avenue on Tuesday while crews collected three cubic yards of debris and outreach teams offered help to camp residents. The 2025 Bakersfield-Kern Regional Homeless Count reported 2,606 homeless people countywide — most live in the Bakersfield metro area. KUZZ
- ➤ Governor Newsom announced that California pledged over $140 million to support Planned Parenthood centers statewide so clinics can keep serving patients amid federal funding restrictions—Planned Parenthood said the funding will help more than 100 clinics continue operating. 23ABC News
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Halloween Pub Crawl in Bakersfield
4:30-9 p.m. — Jerry's Pizza & Pub — Tickets required — Embrace the spooky season with contests, prizes, and a night of haunted fun.
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Black Jacket Symphony Fundraiser
4:00 – 5:30 PM — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Benefitting the St. Paul Civic Symphony — Enjoy an evening of music supporting a great cause.
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Whittier Poets vs. Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners Basketball Game
7:00 PM — Icardo Center — Check ESPN+ for broadcasting — Don’t miss the showdown as the Whittier Poets take on the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners in an exciting basketball matchup.
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Women's Basketball Game vs. Fresno State
12 AM – 9 PM — Icardo Center — Ticket prices vary — Cheer for the home team in an exciting matchup against Fresno State.
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Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra - An American Salute
4:30-6 p.m. — Dignity Health Arena, Theater and Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a patriotic musical tribute with festive marches and stirring classics honoring those who serve.
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Hyde Sundayz: Week 2
9:00 PM – 1:30 AM — Ay Mi Pa Mexican Grill & Cantina — $10 — House music enthusiasts will enjoy a night of continuous beats.
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Bakersfield Career Fair
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield — Free entry — Connect with local and Fortune 500 employers to explore job opportunities in various fields.
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2025 CARS Tour West at Kevin Harvick's Kern Raceway
6:00 PM – 8:59 PM — Kevin Harvick's Kern Raceway — Cost information not specified — Witness thrilling racing as the CARS Tour West ends its 2025 season with exciting late model action.
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Los Admirables De La Sierra Concert
8 PM — La Movida Night Club — Ticket prices available — Experience the vibrant rhythms and heartfelt melodies of traditional Mexican music.
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Cinderella by World Ballet Company
7-8:30 p.m. — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting tale of Cinderella come to life with a stunning ballet performance.
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