Free Things to Do in Bakersfield, CA
Free events, festivals, and activities happening in Bakersfield, CA.
FreeTue, Dec 1 · 5:00 PM
2026 Kern EDC Holiday Party (Members Only)
Deep Cut at Hard Rock Casino Tejon
Free
FreeWed, Dec 2 · 8:00 AM
Aligning Passion with Profession: Your Soul's Journey - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
Free
FreeThu, Dec 3 · 8:30 AM
California Public Works with DLSE
Kern Agricultural Pavilion
Free
FreeFri, Dec 4 · 12:00 PM
Photos with Santa at The Marketplace
The Marketplace
Free
FreeFri, Dec 4 · 5:30 PM
Peace & Patches: Art for Everyday Wellness – BZP Bakersfield (Connect)
Lines and Living Art: Creative Outlet
Free
FreeSat, Dec 5 · 8:00 AM
Harvest Helpers: Volunteer at Fortitude - BZP Bakersfield
405 Eye St
Free
FreeSold outSat, Dec 5 · 8:30 AM
POST PELLETB Exam - Bakersfield Police Department (BPD)
Bakersfield Police Department Training Facility
Free
FreeSat, Dec 5 · 9:00 AM
Golden Future Senior Expo - Bakersfield | Kern County Edition
Kern County Fair And Event Center
Free
FreeSun, Dec 6 · 4:00 PM
Life on Purpose Workshop – BZP Bakersfield (Downshift)
4201 Wilson Rd
Free
FreeTue, Dec 8 · 9:00 AM
Pantry to Plate Distribution Prep volunteer opportunity – BZP Bakersfield
First Congregational Church Bakersfield California
Free
FreeTue, Dec 8 · 5:30 PM
CHP Central Division – In-Person Officer Hiring Seminar (Bakersfield, CA)
CHP Bakersfield Office
Free
FreeWed, Dec 9 · 8:00 AM
Pantry to Plate Serving Food volunteer opportunity – BZP Bakersfield
First Congregational Church Bakersfield California
Free
FreeWed, Dec 9 · 9:00 AM
Reclaim Your Calm: A Working Mom's Guide to Self-Care - Bakersfield
Bakersfield
Free
FreeThu, Dec 10 · 4:15 PM
Volunteer Opportunity: Dine with Dignity with Mercy House - BZP Bakersfield
1900 E Brundage Ln
Free
FreeFri, Dec 11 · 7:00 PM
Good News! Great Joy! Grace Bible Christmas Concert
Grace Bible Church of Bakersfield
Free
FreeSat, Dec 12 · 9:00 AM
Beautiful and beginner friendly hike near Bakersfield (Kern Canyon)
Upper Richbar Picnic Area
Free
FreeSat, Dec 12 · 1:30 PM
Sensory Friendly Santa Visit-2026
Garces Memorial High School
Free
FreeWed, Dec 16 · 8:00 AM
Farmers Market Volunteer Opportunity - BZP Bakersfield (Purpose)
825 Chester Ave
Free
FreeThu, Dec 17 · 4:00 PM
Neighborhood Cafe Volunteer Opportunity - BZP Bakersfield
First Congregational Church Bakersfield California
Free
FreeFri, Dec 18 · 7:30 PM
We Own The Laughs x Sabor A Mi Presents: Saul Trujillo
Sonder
Free
FreeSun, Dec 20 · 10:30 AM
Volunteer at Patrick's Pantry Annual Community Christmas Party (Purpose)
St. Vincent de Paul Center of Bakersfield
Free
FreeTue, Dec 22 · 9:00 AM
Pantry to Plate Distribution Prep volunteer opportunity – BZP Bakersfield
First Congregational Church Bakersfield California
Free
FreeWed, Dec 23 · 8:00 AM
Pantry to Plate Serving Food volunteer opportunity – BZP Bakersfield
First Congregational Church Bakersfield California
Free
FreeMon, Jan 11 · 9:30 AM
Bakersfield Hiring Event
Hilton
Free