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SUMMARY:Santa's Second Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Santa’s Second Saturday  \nHosted by the Arts Council of Kern \nPart of Holiday on 18th Street \nCelebrate the season during Santa’s Second Saturday\, a festive daytime shopping experience hosted by the Arts Council of Kern as part of our month-long Holiday on 18th Street Celebration. Stroll through the market and discover handcrafted treasures\, support local artists\, and enjoy the warm\, welcoming atmosphere. \nWhether your looking for the perfect present or simply enjoying a cheerful weekend outing\, Santa’s Second Saturday brings together art\, shopping\, and the seasonal spirit.
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/second-saturday-2/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Kern – 18th Street\, 1020 18th Street\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93301-1345\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Arts Council of Kern":MAILTO:artwalk@kernarts.org
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SUMMARY:Carol-Oke; Cowboy Christmas Karaoke
DESCRIPTION:Carol-oke Cowboy Christmas Karaoke Get ready to saddle up and sing your heart out at our Carol-oke Cowboy Christmas Karaoke\, happening Friday\, December 19th at the Arts Council of Kern! \nThis rootin’-tootin’ good time is the grand finale of our month-long celebration\, Holiday on 18th Street. We’re wrapping up the season with a night full of country-style Christmas cheer — where you can step up to the mic and belt out your favorite country-themed Christmas songs. Whether you’re a country crooner or just in it for the jingle and jangle\, this is the perfect way to close out the holidays with friends\, family\, and festive fun. \nSo dust off those boots\, tune up your twang\, and join us for a night of merry melodies and cowboy Christmas spirit at the Arts Council of Kern!
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/carol-oke-cowboy-christmas-karaoke/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Kern – 18th Street\, 1020 18th Street\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93301-1345\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260220T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260220T210000
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SUMMARY:Cutting Edge: Art off the Wall
DESCRIPTION:An Art Gallery dedicated to the alternative\, metalworks and sculptural arts.
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/cutting-edge/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Kern – 18th Street\, 1020 18th Street\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93301-1345\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Arts Council of Kern":MAILTO:artwalk@kernarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260306T170000
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SUMMARY:March First Friday ArtWalk
DESCRIPTION:First Friday ArtWalk is a monthly community market where local artists\, artisans\, and vendors set up booths at our location to showcase and sell their handmade artwork\, crafts\, and specialty goods. It’s a lively evening of shopping\, creativity\, and connection—giving the community a chance to support local makers and discover unique\, one-of-a-kind finds.
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/march-first-friday-artwalk-2/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:ArtWalk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260312T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260312T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T191418Z
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SUMMARY:Cultivate Kern
DESCRIPTION:Cultivate Kern is a free\, hands-on workshop series designed to strengthen nonprofit leaders\, arts and culture organizations\, schools\, libraries\, grassroots groups\, and civic leaders across Kern County. Through arts-based strategies and practical tools\, the program helps organizations build capacity\, diversify funding\, strengthen leadership\, and move from survival to sustainability. Featuring interactive sessions\, peer networking\, and real-world application\, Cultivate Kern equips participants to grow stronger and more connected to the communities they serve—at no cost thanks to support from The Wonderful Company and the Arts Council of Kern.
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/cultivate-kern/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
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SUMMARY:Reigning Cats and Dogs - SUBMISSION DEADLINE
DESCRIPTION:Reigning Cats and Dogs is a playful and heartwarming exhibition celebrating our favorite furry companions. Featuring pet-inspired artwork by talented local artists from across Kern County\, the gallery highlights a variety of styles and mediums that capture the charm and personality of cats and dogs. The celebration will also include a lively Pet Parade\, inviting the community to show off their beloved companions. Many of the artworks will be available for purchase\, making it a fun and meaningful way to support local artists.
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/reigning-cats-and-dogs-submission-deadline/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Kern – 18th Street\, 1020 18th Street\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93301-1345\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Arts Council of Kern":MAILTO:artwalk@kernarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260314T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260314T130000
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday with Cutting Edge
DESCRIPTION:Second Saturday is our monthly morning-to-afternoon community market\, held from 9 AM to 1 PM\, where local vendors fill our building with handcrafted goods\, art\, and unique finds. This month’s event also marks the closing celebration of Cutting Edge\, featuring a special skateboard performance by Richard Valle that adds an energetic\, creative twist to the day. Join us for a lively blend of shopping\, art\, and community all under one roof.
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/second-saturday/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Kern – 18th Street\, 1020 18th Street\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93301-1345\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Arts Council of Kern":MAILTO:artwalk@kernarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260319T200000
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CREATED:20260304T192045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T192045Z
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SUMMARY:Night in Tuscany Early Preview Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/night-in-tuscany-early-preview-event/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260326T163000
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SUMMARY:Reigning Cats and Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Reigning Cats and Dogs is a playful and heartwarming exhibition celebrating our favorite furry companions. Featuring pet-inspired artwork by talented local artists from across Kern County\, the gallery highlights a variety of styles and mediums that capture the charm and personality of cats and dogs. The celebration will also include a lively Pet Parade\, inviting the community to show off their beloved companions. Many of the artworks will be available for purchase\, making it a fun and meaningful way to support local artists.
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/reigning-cats-and-dogs/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Kern – 18th Street\, 1020 18th Street\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93301-1345\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Arts Council of Kern":MAILTO:artwalk@kernarts.org
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SUMMARY:April First Friday ArtWalk
DESCRIPTION:First Friday ArtWalk is a monthly community market where local artists\, artisans\, and vendors set up booths at our location to showcase and sell their handmade artwork\, crafts\, and specialty goods. It’s a lively evening of shopping\, creativity\, and connection—giving the community a chance to support local makers and discover unique\, one-of-a-kind finds.
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/april-first-friday-artwalk-2/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:ArtWalk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260409T200000
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SUMMARY:Night In Tuscany
DESCRIPTION:Night in Tuscany is an elegant Italian-inspired evening celebrating art\, culture\, and community. Guests will enjoy delicious Italian cuisine\, fine wine\, and the stunning setting of Seven Oaks Country Club while surrounded by one-of-a-kind\, hand-painted umbrellas created by talented local artists from across Kern County. The evening culminates in a lively art auction\, where these beautifully designed umbrellas take center stage—offering attendees the chance to take home a truly unique piece while supporting the arts.
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/night-in-tuscany/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260609T083736
CREATED:20260403T165214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T165214Z
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday / Marley's Mutts Pet Adoption
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URL:https://kernarts.org/event/second-saturday-marleys-mutts-pet-adoption/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260501T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260501T210000
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CREATED:20260304T192443Z
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SUMMARY:May First Friday ArtWalk
DESCRIPTION:First Friday ArtWalk is a monthly community market where local artists\, artisans\, and vendors set up booths at our location to showcase and sell their handmade artwork\, crafts\, and specialty goods. It’s a lively evening of shopping\, creativity\, and connection—giving the community a chance to support local makers and discover unique\, one-of-a-kind finds.
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/may-first-friday-artwalk-2/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:ArtWalk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260605T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260605T100000
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SUMMARY:Coffee Rave at the Amara
DESCRIPTION:Start your First Friday ArtWalk early with COFFEE RAVE! \nTaking place the morning of June’s First Friday ArtWalk at Amara Venue\, this early-morning gathering brings together live DJ sets\, specialty coffee from 502 Coffee Company\, and underground creative energy before the evening festivities begin. \nFriday\, June 5\n8 AM – 10 AM\nAmara Venue\, 700 19th Street\n@amarabakersfield \nWake up with us\, grab a coffee\, enjoy the music\, then come back later for First Friday ArtWalk. Make a day of it!
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/coffee-rave-at-the-amara/
LOCATION:The Amara\, 712 19th Street\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260605T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260605T200000
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SUMMARY:From the Desert to the Sea - Exhibition Opening
DESCRIPTION:Stay on the lookout for a new upcoming exhibit! \n\n\n\n\nThe Arts Council of Kern invites artists to submit their works for an upcoming juried exhibit titled “From the Desert to the Sea.” This exhibition will showcase landscape paintings that capture the breathtaking beauty of Kern County and the Central Coast\, highlighting the unique environments from the arid desert to the fertile valley and the expansive Pacific Ocean. \nEXHIBIT DETAILS\nTitle: From the Desert to the Sea\nOpening Night: First Friday June 5\, 2026\n5PM – 8PM\nLocation: Arts Council of Kern Gallery\, Downtown Bakersfield
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/from-the-desert-to-the-sea-exhibition-opening/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Kern – 18th Street\, 1020 18th Street\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93301-1345\, United States
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SUMMARY:First Friday at the Amara
DESCRIPTION:This month’s First Friday is being held at the beautiful Amara Venue! \n\n\n\n\n712 19th Street\, Bakersfield\, California 93301 \nHosted by the Arts Council of Kern\, the ArtWalk showcasea a diverse array of talents\, featuring artists\, artisans\, and vendors\, creating a dynamic atmosphere for attendees. See what amazing hand-crafted goods local Kern County vendors have to offer!
URL:https://kernarts.org/event/first-friday-at-the-amara/
LOCATION:The Amara\, 712 19th Street\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93301\, United States
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