- The list below includes 22 free or cheap things to do in or near Bakersfield, California, including 22 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Bowling and Bike Paths.
- From Kroll Park to Peacocks at Hart Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bakersfield.
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Participants explore the city via an adventure combining the fun of a scavenger hunt with the information of a self-guided tour
1.4 Miles
With 40 wood lanes to bowl at, Regency Bowling Center hosts public bowling sessions for the community. On Fridays, the center runs a glow bowl night with a DJ playing Top 40 hits and glow-in-the-dark pins.
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1251 Oak Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304
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Camelot Park Family Entertainment Centers features many attractions like bumper boats, go-karts, grand prix, miniature golf, batting cages, rides and an arcade. They also offer food and drinks including burgers, hot dogs, snacks and sodas.
45.6 Miles
Home to the Giant Sequoia National Monument, Sequoia National Forest offers activities for everyone. Along with its really tall trees, the park is equipped with a lake for fishing, swimming and boating. Camping, hiking and horseback riding are also possible.
46.0 Miles
A bowling alley, Porterville Sport's Complex offers open bowling with electronic scoring. The alley also hosts periodic tournaments, and offers bowling leagues, as well. Refreshments are available from the snack bar.
47.4 Miles
Bartlet Park offers a range of recreational activities and sports for the entire family. Amenities include multiple playgrounds, swings, horse pits, volleyball poles, baseball field, tables and benches along with a pond in the center of the park.
47.8 Miles
Situated in the wilderness, the Sequoia High Sierra Camp features canvas tents with beds, restaurant facilities, and spectacular views of nature. The lodging area can only be accessed via a one or twelve mile hike from two parking areas.
47.9 Miles
Kids of all ages are accommodated at Giovanni's Pizzeria & Arcade. The business specializes in birthday parties, but casual walk-ins are allowed for pizza orders and playing at the extensive video game arcade.
48.0 Miles
Featuring an oval dirt track, Rocky Hill Speedway hosts races for a range of stock cars, from mini stocks to hobby stocks. Spectators can watch the races from the grandstand and enjoy treats from the concession stand.
48.1 Miles
The goal of the Imagine Community Arts Center is to enrich the youth and community of Tulare County through the creative arts. The center offers a youth art academy as well as an adult clay class.
48.1 Miles
Specializing in fine art, Burford Frames & Gallery houses the creations of local artists in a wide variety of mediums, ranging from bronze to acrylic. The gallery also hosts yearly galas where visitors can meet the artists behind the work.