Independence Day celebrations are coming to Bakersfield, Tehachapi, and Wasco for the July 4th holiday weekend. Sparklers in front of an American flag. BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — After two The city of Bakersfield is hosting its annual Fourth of July event, once again, at The Park at River Walk. The free event will include a fireworks show beginning at 9 p.m. Fourth of July Celebration at the Park at Riverwalk DJ Pantomine is performing, there's a beer garden and vendors set up. It's a day to celebrate our independence and throughout the country, Americans are gearing up for fun and fireworks including Fireworks displays will light up the skies in and around Bakersfield this Independence Day, including the city’s 11th celebration at The Park at River Walk. We celebrate July 4th in Bakersfield California with fireworks, parades, backyard BBQ, fairs, baseball games, shopping for great deals, or enjoying a nice evening out with friends and family. Here is a list of Independence Day celebrations scheduled to happen around Kern County.Bakersfield:Annual Independence Day Fireworks Show at The Park at River W Call it an even, spectacular dozen. The city of Bakersfield returns for the 12th year with its fireworks celebration on Independence Day. Celebrate Independence Day 2025 in style! Find exciting 4th of July events, parades, and fireworks displays happening near Bakersfield. Your 4th Of July Guide for 2025 in Bakersfield. The Fourth of July party in Bakersfield will feature music by DJ Pantamime at the Dignity Health Amphitheater starting at 6 p.m. before the fireworks show, according to city officials. Enjoy a kids’ parade, live music, food, drinks, and games! Bakersfield's annual 4th of July celebration will have a fireworks show produced by Zambelli Fireworks, food and drinks will be available, live music by DJ Pantomime, and more! Fireworks begin at 9 PM. Fireworks for the Fourth of July holiday went on sale Tuesday and will continue until midnight on July 4. Because of fire danger, only ground-based fireworks are legal in California. BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The annual free Independence Day celebration fireworks show returns to the Park at River Walk next month, city officials announced. The Fourth of July party will feature music by DJ Pantamime at the Dignity Health Amphitheater starting at 6 p.m. before the fireworks show, the city said through a news release. Fireworks fans enjoy the show seated by the water at The Park at River Walk in 2021. The city's July 4th celebration returns to the park. BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The annual free Independence Day celebration fireworks show returns to the Park at River Walk next month, city officials announced. The Fourth of July party will feature music by DJ Pantamime at the Dignity Health Amphitheater starting at 6 p.m. before the fireworks show, the city said through a news release. Bakersfield’s 4th of July Celebration Bakersfield's annual 4th of July celebration will have a fireworks show produced by Zambelli Fireworks, food and drinks will be available, live music by DJ Pantomime, and more! Independence Fest 2025 is set for Friday, July 4. Like always, the day will be packed full of fun and activities for all, including a Children’s Parade, vintage car show, food trucks, local vendors, hours of live entertainment, and a stunning firework show to cap it all off! Thanks to our sponsors, Independence Fest 2025 is completely free!
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