Top Ten Things to do for the 4th of July in Kern County

We all know the weather here in Bakersfield is absolutely unbearable this time of year. Triple digit temperatures, no rain, and no wind, make for a rough Summer day! That’s why I have a GREAT list of the TOP 10 things to do in Kern County on the 4th of July! Events 1-8 are just a short drive up the hill, in much cooler weather in Tehachapi, California. Events 9-10 are located right here in Bakersfield. You can beat the heat (and the sweat) by treating yourself and your family to a drive to Tehachapi. There are so many great places to eat in Tehachapi as well. My personal favorite is Red House BBQ on Tehachapi BLVD, ran by Mano Lujan. They have delicious food, including Indian Fry Bread. If you go, let me know how you liked it!

1. 7 a.m.: 5K begins – Steven A. Shy Building “Scout Hut” on C Street in Central Park (Tehachapi)

2. 8 to 10 a.m.: Ed Grimes Memorial Pancake Breakfast ($8 tickets), Central Park (Tehachapi)

3. 9 a.m.: Craft booths open in Central Park (Tehachapi)

4. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Food Booths open, Wall of Valor by American Legion, Beer Garden by Tehachapi Valley Wrestling Club, all in Central Park. (Tehachapi)

5. Live music: 11 to 4pm Central Park (Tehachapi)

6. 11:30 a.m.: Kid’s Parade starts at City Hall (ends at Central Park) (Tehachapi)

7. 4 to 9 p.m.: “Bad Bulls” at the Rodeo Grounds (Tehachapi)

8. 9 p.m.: Fireworks spectacular (aerial fireworks set off from Tehachapi Municipal Airport) (Tehachapi)

9. 4th of July extravaganza!!! Thu Jul 04 2024 at 04:00 pm to Sun Jul 07 2024 at 10:00 pm @ Rio Bravo Country Club, Day Pass Prices: Adults - $40, Children $25; 4 Day Weekend Pass: Adults $120, Children $75. Food and Drinks available for purchase. (Bakersfield)

10. 6pm Live Music by DJ Pantamime; 9pm Fireworks Show Begins. All events are FREE!!! (Bakersfield)