Things to Do in Bakersfield: December 2024 Holiday Edition

 Christmas month is here yay!!!. The holiday season brings the activity bundle to the next level. This year, it’s even better. So, let me take you through the things to do in Bakersfield: December 2024 Edition.  

It’s safe to say that this month’s edition has a lot more to offer than previous editions. Anyway, how about we stop the chit-chat and let me shed some light on the Bakersfield events of December 2024.

42nd Bakersfield Christmas Parade

Head over to Downtown Bakersfield on 5th December between 6-8 PM to witness this amazing parade. With a family-oriented theme, this parade will let you spend some quality time with your family.

Also, instead of going to the parade, you can watch it live on KGET TV-17 KGET.com & KGET app. So, why wait, enhance your bucket list with this parade. 

First Friday ArtWalk Under the Stars Winter Carnival

Parade didn’t fulfill your hunger for activities? Well, say no more, another event will take place in Downtown Bakersfield on  6th December 2024 (5-9 PM).

You can enjoy food, do a lot of shopping, there will be games. So, join others in this amazing carnival with holiday food vendors, many festive games, and much more…

Photos with Santa @ The Market Place

Santa is back at “The Marketplace” and is eagerly waiting for people to come a say “Hi”. He’ll be waiting for you between 6-22 December from 12 pm to 4 Pm.

You can get a free Santa Photo for a $35 minimum purchase at the marketplace. No tickets are required, but do RSVP as we appreciate that. Remember even RSVP from Eventbrite does not mean that any spot on the line is yours to take. So be civil and wait for your turn in line!

Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra – Home for Holidays @ Mechanics Bank Theater

6th December is filled with a list of events that you’ll love. Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra is performing at Bakersfield Mechanics Bank Theater on the 6th.

So, get your groove on and attend this event on December 6th between 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM, Get your tickets at AXS.com

Christmas Cookie Class @ Zingos Cafe

Who doesn’t love cookies? So why not make them this Christmas with a Christmas theme?

This event is taking place at Zingos cafe on 6 December with a $50 ticket price and 10% of this will be donated to Guard Foundation.

There will be raffles, and proceeds from the raffles will be donated as well. So, why not bake cookies with a cause?

Micheal W. Smith – Every Christmas @ Fox Theater

Who doesn’t know Micheal W. Smith and his performance in Fox Theater every Christmas are memorable.

This time he is performing as well on 7th December 2024 at Fox Theater. So, for all of you contemporary Christian music lovers, tickets are available at AXS.com priced between $70-$92. Get yours now!

Holiday Lamp Tours @ Kern County Museum

Another banger on the 7th with a kids-friendly event with a cheap entry fee of $10 only. You’ll find carolers, guided house tours, holiday hayride, music sweets & eats, festive shopping, and best of all your pictures with Santa.

The event will take place between 5-9 PM on  December 7, 2024, I would say this is a perfect event for both kids and adults and the entry fee is minimal.

Breakfast with Santa @ Rasmussen Senior Center

Rasmussen Senior Center is hosting breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 7, 2024, between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM. The fee is nominal and you can get in with just a $10 ticket and if you have kids under 2 years they can go free.

This is a perfect event but have limited seats so grab your spots now before they run out. Get ready to meet Santa, take pictures, and enjoy amazing meals.

Mental Health Awareness Ugly Sweater Bast @ The Well

Get ready to be entertained, participate in raffles, have amazing food and drinks, take part in contests, and face paintings

Tickets are $15 pre-sale and $20 when you arrive at the door. There are VIP booths with $80 tickets but they are limited to 7.

The only rule is you have to wear your ugly sweater so you can take part in the ugly sweater contest and bring as many people as you want. The event is for all ages.

Book your tickets now at info@thewellcomedyclub.com and turn your car towards this event on 8 December between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm.

Pam Tillis & Lorrie Morgan: Grits & Glamour at Fox Theater

Pam Tillis & Lorrie Morgon’s grits and glamor tour is coming to Bakersfield. These two amazing singers are performing together in the Fox Theater on  8 December 2024

Tickets are priced at $124 and up and you can purchase them at AXS.com. For all your music lovers out there, it’s a perfect opportunity to get your groove on with these two amazing singers. 

Bead Buddies: Christmas Trees & Candy Canes at Beale Library

Lean more towards your creative side with bead keychains, Christmas trees, and candy cane crafting. It does not matter if you are a newbie or a pro crafter, it will be fun for everyone.

Not everyone because very young children and toddlers can choke on the beads that’s why the event is not suitable for them.

Apart from that this 1 hr 30 min event is fun for all and is taking place in Beale Memorial Library; Tejon Room on the second floor between 2:30 pm and 4:0pm on December 9th.

Candlelight: Holiday Special at Dore Theater CSUB

Another fun musical event with a multi-sensory musical experience under candlelight. Get your groove on with holiday-inspired music at the Dore Theater.

Tickets are priced above the $20 mark and have different categories for better visuals. You can book them from feverup.com

Seatings are assigned on a first come first served so make sure to be there as early as possible. The duration of the event is 65 Minutes and two sessions will start at 6:30 PM and 9:00 PM on Saturday 14th December. 

Doors will open 45 minutes before start time so make sure to be there as early as possible to get good seats.

Christmas Glass Painting Party at Wine Me Up

Christmas events can truly tap into your creative side. This guided painting session is fun and in 2 hours while sipping some drinks you’ll paint some amazing glasses.

The wine glasses and fun win bottles you design are yours and you can enjoy them for years to come.

Tickets are just $50 and come with a glass of wine/beer and you can purchase the tickets at the corksandstores.com website. This event will take place on the 10th at 6:00 pm.

Civic Dance Center – The Nutcracker @ Mechanics Bank Theater

The Nutcracker tickets are up for grabs at AXS.com They don’t leave a big dent in your pocket and you can get them starting from $39 & up.

Get your tickets now and head over to  1:00 PM for this orchestra and enjoy a great night of fun at Mechanics Bank Theater.

Nutcracker! International Magical Christmas Ballet at Fox Theater

Another amazing Nutcracker event this time presenting you the magical Christmas Ballet at Fox Theater.

You’ll witness amazing acrobats, amazing costumes, and world-class dancers performing with towering puppets.

Tickets are $42 and up and can be purchased from axs.com. Save the date for 14 December at 3:00 PM.

Compare this month's things to do with November. Click on the link to find out the events of November.

December Craft and Vendor Show at The Villas at Scenic River

This monthly event will take place on December 14th between 10 am to 3 pm at the Villas at Scenic River.

You can head over to the event and shop from your local crafters and vendors. There is no entry and anyone can join

The duration of the event is 5 hours so you’ll have plenty of time to shop.

Aliza McCracken At Exhibit and Books Singing at Junior League

The unique local artist and author will be signing copies of her books at this event. Her art books and greeting cards will spread the joy of the season. 

You can head over to the 1928 19th ST – Arts 7 Shopping on 14th December 2024 between 10:00 am to 2:00 pm to attend this event.

Feliz Skavidad @ Temblor Brewing Co W/Mento Buru

The holiday season is in-complete with a mix of music and along with Mento Buru & DJ Noktunral all night at Temblor Brewing Co.

Tickets are just $5 and all ages are welcome to this event. You can head over to this event on 14 December 2024.

Hot Cocoa Christmas Carols at the Ovation Theater

Christmas is incomplete without Carols and carols lift the spirit of Christmas. Along with these carols, you’ll have hot cocoa.

Also, Santa will be there as a guest. So, it’s perfect for you are your kids to boost your Christmas spirits.

From 6:00 PM to 6:45 you can take pictures with Santa and from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM it’s show time!

Tickets are available at eventbrite.com for just $10. So grab yours now and head over to The Ovation Theater on 15 December 2024.

Want to know what events took place in the past year in December in Bakersfield? Check out the 2023 Edition.

Messiah Sing-along with the Bakersfield Master Chorale

This is a free community event where you can donate. The Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra members will be caroling with Bakersfield Master Charole and you can join them.

This event will take place at the Harvey Auditorium on December 17th, 2024 at 6:30 PM. With this event, we will wrap things up in Bakersfield: December 2024 edition.