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Mechanics Bank Arena and Convention Center is Bakersfield, CA. There are live performances and an Ice theater on weekdays and weekends. Check out the website to see what performances and shows are available during your visit.

Bakersfield Museum of Art is a great place to view the art from the Cunningham Gallery of the past. The museum has special events along with classes and workshops for the aspiring artist. Please visit their website to see what exhibits will be available to view during your stay. http://www.bmoa.org/

The Valley Plaza Mall has Sears, XXI, Macy's, Target, and JC Penny are jus the department stores on location. There are also designer stores such as Coach, Express, Bebe, etc. Within the mall there is a large foodcourt with various options along with other restaurants outside of the mall down Ming Ave.

Majestic Bakersfield Fox Theater is a theater that has live performances weekly for all ages. It is in downtown Bakersfield, surrounded by restaurants and other attractions. They are open in evenings when there is an event on the calendar. Majestic Bakersfield Fox Theater is also considered a historical landmark of our great city. Please visit their wesite at www.foxtheateronline.com

Kern River Rafting is one of the many popular things to do in Kern County. During rafting season, many people come out and raft the Kern river. It includes Class I - V rapids and is perfect for all levels of rafting, beginners, intermediate, expert. Kern River Outfitters is one of a few rafting companies. Bakersfield is a great place to stay the night before and and after your trip to get more options on restaurants and other events in the area. Season is usually early summer into early fall.

Fairgrounds are always fun for adults and children. Events like horse showes, monster truck rallys, concerts, and flea markets occur year round. Every year at the end of September Bakersfield throws it's Fair for two weeks. Join in the festivities on your next visit!

Cal State University of Bakersfield is right in the heart of Bakersfield. Bakersfield is a great school to attend for students who want to move away from home. It's location makes it easily accessable to restaurants, shopping, and event facilities in Bakersfield.

Sequoia National Park is one of the greatest attractions near Bakersfield. Just the drive through there is beautiful. You can stop and see the nature, wildlife, and sometimes even experience winter during summer.

Kern River Golf Course is a beautiful golf course right buy Lake Ming. There they have golf tournaments, lessons, and tee times. Please view the calendar for further information on thier website at http://kernrivergolf.com/

Buck Owens Crystal Palace is a museum as well as a country/western restaurant location. It is also famous for having concerts in the palace, mostly for Country Music.

Great bowling alley for birthday parties, leagues, tournaments, or just a night of bowling. The alley serves food and drinks.

Camelot Park is filled with lots of fun for friends and family. All ages can enjoy the activities at this park, with the minigolf, go-karts, batting cages, arcades, and other fun stuff you can never get bored. This location is great for groups, families, birthdays, and other parties. For more information you can visit http://www.camelotparkbakersfield.com/

California Living Museum is Bakersfield's Zoo. Here you can see live animals. It's a great place to take your children during the day to learn about different species. For a list of events and more information visit their website at www.calmzoo.org

Six Flags Magic Mountain is an amusement park with thrill rides for all ages. for children they have Yosemite Sam's playground where children can go on small rollercoasters and play fun, prize winning games. For adults Six Flags has many thrill rides all throughout the park that also have themes to your favorite movies. Sometimes there are concerts held within the park. Hours are based on the season so please visit their website http://www.sixflags.com/magicmountain/index.aspx