🎟️ Events This Week: July 16th–22th

Here’s another set of events going down this weekend I was able to run down!

Every time I do this section I realize just how much stuff is going down in Bakersfield lol

💡 Click the underlined event name for tickets or more info.

🛍️ Local Vendor Spotlight

🎨 July 17 – Third Local Art & Business Night
🕖 7PM–10PM @ BottleShock Wine + Brew, 1001 19th St
Support small businesses while sipping wine! Featuring La Margherita by Zepeda’s with artisan pizza, appetizers, and a showcase of local artists and vendors.

🧢 July 20 – Kern County Vintage Flea Market
🕙 10AM–4PM @ Kern County Fairgrounds, 1142 S P St
A Bako Joint production! Come shop vintage clothing, music, art, jewelry, collectibles, and more—while supporting a huge lineup of local vendors.

• July 16 – Violent Vira (Live Music and Sold out unfortunately)
  🕖 8PM @ The Nile Theater

• July 16 – Taylor Swift Pajama Party
  🕗 8PM @ Jerry’s Pizza & Pub, 1817 Chester Ave
  All ages • $30 • Eras karaoke, trivia, bracelet station, games, prizes & more! Bring a blanket and your cutest jammies.

• July 17 – Neighborhood Café Volunteering
  🕖 5PM–7:30PM @ First Congregational Church, 5 Real Rd

• July 17 – Chess Club at Temblor Brewing
  🕖 6PM–9PM @ Temblor Brewing Company, 3200 Buck Owens Blvd
  (This is a casual, weekly event. Great way to make friends and have a few beers! All skill levels. Everyone is welcome)

• July 17 – Emo Paint Night w/ DJ Sobe
  🕖 7PM @ Jerry’s Pizza & Pub, 1817 Chester Ave
  Paint skulls while vibing to emo hits • $25 • 21+ • RSVP: 661-932-1492

• July 18 – Backpack Giveaway
  🕖 2PM–4PM @ Wilson Library, 1901 Wilson Rd

• July 18 – Wine Tasting w/ Brockmeyer Family Wines
  🕡 6:30PM–8:30PM @ BottleShock Wine + Brew, 1001 19th St
  Ticket includes wine tastings + appetizers

• July 18 – Matchbox Twenty Too (Tribute Show)
  🕖 8PM @ Temblor Brewing Company, 3200 Buck Owens Blvd
  ($24.12 • All ages)

• July 18 & 19 – Summerween Night Market
  🕕 6PM–10PM @ 801 Hosking Ave (Golden Valley High School)
  Food, aguas, DJs, vendors, games & a Weiner Fest!

• July 19 – Comedy Headliner Showcase: Chris Flail & Friends
  🕖 7PM–9PM @ Temblor Brewing Company, 3200 Buck Owens Blvd
  (Doors at 6PM • 18+)

• July 19 – Haus of Bloom (Summer House & Techno Rave)
  🕖 6 PM–1 AM @ The Grand Venue, 816 Taft Hwy
  Bakersfield’s only big summer house + techno festival—with two stages, over 10 DJs, and bucket cocktails.

• July 19 – Saturday Night Lights: Christmas in July Party
  🕖 Gates open @ 5PM @ Bakersfield Speedway, 5001 N Chester Ave ($1 entry • $3 hot dogs • $5 beer)
  Featuring monster truck stunts, drift showcases, motorcycle action & spec late racing!

• July 19 – Together We Kick: Pásala x Moai
  🕖 8:30AM–10:30AM @ Mondavi Park, 601 Mondavi Way
  (Great opportunity for soccer fans to meet and play around)

• July 19 – Root & Rise Mat Pilates Moai
  🕖 10AM–11AM @ Greenacres Community Center, 2014 Calloway Dr

• July 19 – Guided Sunrise Hike at Wind Wolves Preserve
  🕖 6AM–8AM @ Wind Wolves Preserve, 16019 Maricopa Hwy

• July 19 – Hot Ghoul Summer @ Jerry’s Pizza
  🕤 9:30PM @ Jerry’s Pizza, 1817 Chester Ave
  Drag show, DJs, and spooky summer vibes • 21+ • $10 entry
  Featuring La Navi, Tenoch, and performers like Miss James & Heart Vermillion

• July 20 – Moana (Summer Movie Series)
  🕖 1PM @ Fox Theater, 2001 H St
  (Awesome movie series being shown at the Fox Theater! Such a good time for the kids)

• July 21 – CSUB Food Distribution
  🕖 8AM–1:30PM @ CSU Bakersfield, 9001 Stockdale Hwy
  (Free & open to the community)

^{Local News}

18th St. Bar and Grill—— Closed

Another local business seems to have gone down in Bakersfield. 18th St Bar and Grill. Although it seemed to get mixed reviews, it’s unfortunate to see a downtown and local business go down. Especially one that hosted live music. I went a few times with my in-laws and enjoyed myself. Cold beer and good food.

Remembering the past. July 21st, 1952.

Bakersfield History

On the morning of July 21st, 1952, Bakersfield residents were getting some sleep. Unbeknownst to them, they were on the verge of a behemoth 7.3 magnitude earthquake! At 4:52am, one of the largest recorded earthquakes in California history occurred in our city. Literally tied for 3rd. Imagine how scary that must have been. The earthquake caused 12 deaths, and lead to all of California mandating tougher construction codes incase something like this happened again. 1000 buildings were damaged and 90 were completely torn down.

Fun fact: a few months later in August we got hit a 5.8 magnitude earthquake as well, so the aftershocks were said to be felt for MONTHS.

The impact of this earthquake is felt all the way through today. As a result of this earthquake, Bakersfield leaders tore down some historical buildings. Imagine how different Bakersfield would look with some classic and older business still operating and having its history going to this day? What an absolute loss.

Local Creator of the Week

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Tacos Los Primos

Local Business Spotlight

This food truck has been around the east side for YEARS. I’ve been going here for at least 7 years on and off, but the food has always been delicious. I wish I would have gotten pictures of my food, but I destroyed it lol If you’re ever in the mood for tacos, tortes, burritos and that type of vibe, this is a unique food truck They even have a c-train container not he said you can go sit inside!

That’s it for this week.

Another issue down! I had to speed run this one as well, but made the most of it.

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