Art buffs hang out at the Bakersfield Museum of Art to appreciate permanent collections from renowned regional artists, and view rare traveling exhibits such as Lethal Beauty; Samurai Weapons and Armor, displaying the compelling duality of deadly weaponry forged with artistic beauty. Release your inner artist by signing up for one of the museum's art classes or workshops.
Step inside McMurphy's Irish Pub to enjoy the nightlife of a watering hole that's been around for 40 years. This bar boasts genuine Irish fun with, for sure, the coldest Guinness, of course, Hefenweizen, Heineken, and Newcastle beer on tap, along with six domestic beers and thirty different bottled beers from all over the world. Cheers!
Travel back in time at The Kern County Museum in Bakersfield. Step inside the pioneer village attraction, situated across 16 acres with over 50 authentic buildings collected from around the county. The buildings presented are related to life in the 19th century, and include an adobe house, bank, barn, blacksmith shop, harness shop, hospital and more.
Broadway's musical magic happens at the Stars Theatre Restaurant . Spend an evening enjoying entertainment on a stage that features elaborate sets, beautiful costumes, and the impressive talents of community-based casts. The theater has hosted performances of popular productions like Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and You're a Good Man Charlie Brown.