Concerts, Comedy and Marathon Mark a Packed Weekend in Bakersfield

Bakersfield is heading into the final stretch of March with a full calendar and plenty of energy downtown.

Gabriel Iglesias Draws Big Crowds

Comedy fans packed the Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater this week as Gabriel Iglesias brought his tour to town for back-to-back shows on March 19 and March 20. The performances filled the downtown venue and added to a lively weekend atmosphere around Truxtun Avenue, with restaurants and bars seeing a noticeable boost in foot traffic.

The Fox Theater continues to anchor a strong spring lineup, drawing regional visitors and keeping Bakersfield firmly on the touring circuit for major acts.

Soul Under the Stars at Mill Creek

Live music carried outdoors on March 18 as Durand Jones and The Indications performed at Central Park at Mill Creek. The early evening concert brought fans together for a large-scale outdoor production featuring reserved seating and general admission options.

The show added to a growing list of open-air events in the downtown corridor, highlighting the city’s investment in activating public spaces with arts and entertainment.

Runners Take Over Sunday Morning

Looking ahead to Sunday, March 22, hundreds of runners are expected at the Kern County Museum for the Bakersfield Marathon 6K and related race events. The morning start will bring temporary street impacts in parts of central Bakersfield as participants wind through designated routes.

The marathon weekend has become a staple on the local calendar, drawing competitive runners and casual participants alike while showcasing Bakersfield landmarks along the course.

With comedy, concerts and community races all converging in the same week, Bakersfield is closing out March on a high note — busy sidewalks, full venues and plenty of reasons to get out and explore the city.

Sources

https://www.bakersfieldlive.com/
https://www.ticketsmarter.com/e/durand-jones-and-the-indications-tickets-bakersfield-3-18-2026-central-park-at-mill-creek/3249952
https://www.unation.com/event/bakersfield-marathon-6k-58668772/