- 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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Two or four guests strap on rental skates and glide around an indoor climate-controlled rink set to under 60 degrees
3.6 Miles
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13 votes
3100 Mall View Road, Bakersfield, CA 93306
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Regency East Hills Mall Theater is a movie theater that shows the latest releases and features a large concession area. The theater has some discount days and also features daily matinee rates.
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One of the last theaters of its kind built in the Golden Age of Hollywood, the Fox Theater continues to hold film presentations, shows, and special events. The theater can even be rented for private functions.
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8 votes
12748 Jomani Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312
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The Gaslight Melodrama Theater & Music Hall features several theatrical productions a season from a crew trained in drama, music and dance. Their lounge features many snack foods and beverages and serves beer and wine.
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At The Empty Space Theatre, visitors can attend performances ranging from adult comedy to Shakespeare plays. The theater has an art gallery featuring art and items relevant to the current play in production.
5.2 Miles
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5201 Riverlakes Dr., Bakersfield, CA 93312
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The Links at Riverlakes Ranch was designed by Ron Fream within the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley. The 18-hole course is spread over a 6,800-yard track and has the Friant-Kern canal meandering through the middle of it.
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.
47.7 Miles
The Barn Theater is a performing arts venue that is host to a number of locally directed shows and performances throughout the year. Performances range anywhere from bluegrass musical performances to a live production of Death of a Salesman.
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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.