Things to Do with Kids in Bakersfield, CA

  • TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near Bakersfield, California.
  • From California Area Living Museum (CALM) to The Wild Fun Center, the Bakersfield area offers 22 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Parks, Theaters and Bowling.
  • Bakersfield has grown quickly over the past few decades to be a major metropolitan area. It is bordered on one side by the Sequoia National Forest and the Los Padres National Forest on the other. The fact that the city is home to county music stars like Buck Owens and Merle Haggard make it a hub of the music genre on the western coast of the United States.
  • TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near Bakersfield, California.
  • From California Area Living Museum (CALM) to The Wild Fun Center, the Bakersfield area offers 22 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Parks, Theaters and Bowling.
  • Bakersfield has grown quickly over the past few decades to be a major metropolitan area. It is bordered on one side by the Sequoia National Forest and the Los Padres National Forest on the other. The fact that the city is home to county music stars like Buck Owens and Merle Haggard make it a hub of the music genre on the western coast of the United States.
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Unique museum featuring myriad of exhibits in astronomy, geology, biology, archaeology, paleontology, and a science discovery center
9.0 Miles
85% 89 votes
Rafting 15701 Hwy 178, Bakersfield, CA 93306 MoreLess Info
From kayaking to gold panning, River's End Rafting has an activity for water-lovers of all ages. Rafting exhibitions are hosted and can suitable for most water levels. There is also an adventure camp for younger children.
4.2 Miles
93% 14 votes
Parks 7551 Kroll Way, Bakersfield, CA 93309 MoreLess Info
Kroll Park is a park and dog park populated by several open fields. Attractions include picnic areas, a large sandlot play area, and a leash free space for dogs to play.
7.8 Miles
82% 34 votes
Parks River Rd, Bakersfield, CA MoreLess Info
Known to frequent the park since the 1950s, the Peacocks at Hart Park currently number about 30. The park is also home to geese and has tables and trees suitable for picnics and outdoor gatherings.
1.2 Miles
64% 53 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 1251 Oak Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304 MoreLess Info
The family-friendly Camelot Park is an amusement park with a wide variety of attractions available. Visitors can access a full arcade, bumper boats, batting cages, mini golf, and go karts.
13.9 Miles
81% 16 votes
Bike Paths Enos Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93311 MoreLess Info
Home to wildlife such as hawks and bobcats, the Kern River Parkway Trail is a paved road that runs along the Kern River. The trail can be used for biking, walking, skating and dog walking.
0.7 Miles
83% 12 votes
Parks 600 21st Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301 MoreLess Info
Central Park at Mill Creek is dog-friendly and has a playground, trails, walkways, fountains, art fixtures, a beautiful creek with ducks and a covered bridge. The area is also a wireless hot spot.
2.8 Miles
60% 15 votes
Movie Theaters 2000 Wible Rd., Bakersfield, CA 93301 MoreLess Info
Reading Cinemas Valley Plaza 16 - use phrase 'first-run Hollywood movies' to talk about regular movies
0.9 Miles
63% 8 votes
Parks 2900 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301 MoreLess Info
Jastro Park offers a range of recreational activities and sports including seven tennis courts complete with lighting for short winter and spring days. The park also features basketball, volleyball, horseshoes, sandlot style toys and swings.
5.2 Miles
30% 33 votes
Movie Theaters 9000 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93311 MoreLess Info
Containing full stadium seating and digital projection screens, Edwards Stadium 14 Cinemas is a movie theater that allows visitors to view the latest movie releases. Other theater amenities include mobile ticketing, listening devices, and a party room.
2.8 Miles
43% 14 votes
Movie Theaters 2000 Wible Road, Bakersfield, CA 93304 MoreLess Info
A 16-screen movie theater, Reading Cinemas Valley Plaza 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers 3D movies, stadium seating, self-service and mobile ticketing, a party room, arcade games and a snack bar.
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