Live Shows in Bakersfield 2026

Live stage shows, magic, ballet, opera, and family entertainment in Bakersfield and nearby cities.

  • Updated: November 13, 2026

Browse live shows in Bakersfield, CA this year, including stage productions, musicals, plays, circuses, magic shows, ballet, opera, and family performances. Explore shows by date and venue, with schedules updated regularly as new events are announced.

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Upcoming Live Shows: 17
  • Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BALLET, High Demand: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater • 1500 seats, 2001 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $32, Avg. price ~ $267, Tickets Available: 512. Select Seats
  • Nov 16, 2026, 7:30 PM Mon — MUSICAL / PLAY: Waitress at Dignity Health Theater • 10400 seats, 1001 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $39, Avg. price ~ $97, Tickets Available: 235. Select Seats
  • Nov 21, 2026, 6:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons at St. Paul's Episcopal Church - Bakersfield, 2216 17th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $45, Avg. price ~ $92, Tickets Available: 120. Select Seats
  • Nov 21, 2026, 8:15 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel on Strings at St. Paul's Episcopal Church - Bakersfield, 2216 17th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $88, Avg. price ~ $101, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Dec 04, 2026, 9:00 PM Fri — OTHER, Best Value: Shrek Rave at Nile Theater - CA, 1721 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $27, Avg. price ~ $59, 26 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Dec 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — Concert, Weekend Event: Mojadas y Divertidas at Nile Theater - CA, 1721 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $61, Avg. price ~ $96, Tickets Available: 160. Select Seats
  • Dec 16, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — Concert: CeCe Winans at Dignity Health Theater • 10400 seats, 1001 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $66, Avg. price ~ $161, Tickets Available: 543. Select Seats
  • Dec 18, 2026, 6:15 PM Fri — Concert: Candlelight: Christmas Carol on Strings at St. Paul's Episcopal Church - Bakersfield, 2216 17th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $87, Avg. price ~ $240, Tickets Available: 44. Select Seats
  • Dec 18, 2026, 8:30 PM Fri — Concert: Candlelight: Christmas Carol on Strings at St. Paul's Episcopal Church - Bakersfield, 2216 17th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $87, Avg. price ~ $249, Tickets Available: 32. Select Seats
  • Jan 16, 2027, 6:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons at St. Paul's Episcopal Church - Bakersfield, 2216 17th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $45, Avg. price ~ $190, Tickets Available: 112. Select Seats
  • Jan 16, 2027, 8:15 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Tribute at St. Paul's Episcopal Church - Bakersfield, 2216 17th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $83, Avg. price ~ $221, Tickets Available: 38. Select Seats
  • Jan 29, 2027, 7:30 PM Fri — LECTURE, High Demand: Theresa Caputo at The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater • 1500 seats, 2001 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $67, Avg. price ~ $186, Tickets Available: 359. Select Seats
  • Feb 13, 2027, 6:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Candlelight: Valentine's Day Special at St. Paul's Episcopal Church - Bakersfield, 2216 17th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $186, Avg. price ~ $311, 12 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Feb 19, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — BASKETBALL: The Harlem Globetrotters at Dignity Health Arena • 10400 seats, 1001 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $47, Avg. price ~ $116, Tickets Available: 929. Select Seats
  • Feb 28, 2027, 7:30 PM Sun — Concert, Weekend Event: Hotel California - The Original Eagles Tribute at The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater • 1500 seats, 2001 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $59, Avg. price ~ $86, Tickets Available: 325. Select Seats
  • May 30, 2027, 7:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: A Beautiful Noise - The Neil Diamond Musical at Dignity Health Theater • 10400 seats, 1001 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $181, Avg. price ~ $316, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Jun 18, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — BALLET: World Ballet Company: Swan Lake at The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater • 1500 seats, 2001 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $79, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats

Bakersfield Shows By Month

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January
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February
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3 Upcoming Shows
March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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November
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December
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All Shows in Bakersfield

Browse live stage productions, theatre performances, and entertainment shows happening across Bakersfield and nearby cities.
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
2001 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Upcoming Shows 116
Nov 13, 2026 7:00 PM
Waitress
Waitress
1001 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Upcoming Shows 175
Nov 16, 2026 7:30 PM
Theresa Caputo
Theresa Caputo
2001 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Upcoming Shows 30
Jan 29, 2027 7:30 PM
A Beautiful Noise - The Neil Diamond Musical
A Beautiful Noise - The Neil Diamond Musical
1001 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Upcoming Shows 193
May 30, 2027 7:00 PM
World Ballet Company
World Ballet Company
2001 H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Upcoming Shows 118
Jun 18, 2027 7:00 PM

Live Entertainment Venues

Explore theatres, performing arts centers, and venues hosting live shows in Bakersfield and nearby cities.
Dignity Health Arena
Bakersfield, CA
Arena
Upcoming Shows 1
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Dignity Health Theater
Bakersfield, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 3
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Nile Theater - CA
Bakersfield, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 2
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St. Paul's Episcopal Church - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
Stadium
Upcoming Shows 7
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The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater
Bakersfield, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 4
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Live Shows FAQ

Quick answers about live stage shows, theatre productions, and entertainment performances in Bakersfield.

What types of live shows are happening in Bakersfield?

Live shows may include theatre productions, musicals, ballet performances, opera, magic shows, family entertainment, and touring stage productions.

Are live show schedules updated regularly?

Yeah. Performance dates and venue schedules are updated often as new productions and touring events are announced.

Do live shows happen on weekdays?

Absolutely. Many venues host performances throughout the week, while weekends are usually the busiest show dates.

Where are live shows usually performed in Bakersfield?

Live shows are commonly hosted at theatres, performing arts centers, auditoriums, and entertainment venues across Bakersfield and nearby cities.

Are family-friendly live shows available?

Some productions are designed for all ages, including family theatre, magic performances, and seasonal stage shows.

Do touring productions visit Bakersfield?

Yes. Many national and regional touring productions stop in Bakersfield throughout the year.

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