3 ways to make the most of your week in Bakersfield

3 ways to make the most of your week in BakersfieldPhoto: Peter Lewicki/Unsplash
Hoodline
Published on September 18, 2019

From a mother-son dance to an award-winning broadway musical, there's plenty to enjoy in Bakersfield this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.

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Ross Mathews Dragtastic Bubbly Brunch Bakersfield

From the event description:

America's Favorite Celebrity on Celebrity Big Brother and current judge on VH1's RuPaul's Drag Race is coming out from behing the small screen to present one of the biggest, most fabulous, glittered out and interactive Drag Brunches around. The show is certain to bring out some of the best, fierce and fabulous entertainers. From local queens, to current and former national title holders, to some of your favorite and memorable RuGirls, this will definitely be an event with something for eveyone.

When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: The Tower Craft Bar & Grill, 1200 Truxtun Ave., #100
Admission: $45 (General Admission); $55 (VIP)
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Second Annual Bows & Bow Ties a Mother-Son Dance

From the event description:

The Mark Restaurant is proud to present Bows & Bow Ties, which is a mother-son dance and night of fun. Mothers, step mothers or mother figures, get dressed up and invite your sweet prince to sweep you off your feet for the evening. After all, you will always be his first love and he will forever be your baby. Bring your little(s) or adult son(s) for a date night to remember at The Mark.

When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 4-9 p.m.
Where: The Mark, 1623 19th St.
Admission: $50 (General Admission)
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'Matilda' at The Ovation Theatre

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The story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Inspired by the genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Matilda is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda has won 47 international awards.

When: Saturday, Sept. 21, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: The Ovation Theatre, 1622 19th St.
Admission: $35. Multiple ticket options are available.
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