Rabobank Arena, Theater & Convention Center
Rabobank Arena, Theater & Convention Center, Bakersfield: Tickets, Tours, Hours, Address, Rabobank Arena, Theater & Convention Center Reviews: 4/5
Rabobank Arena, Theater & Convention Center
Rabobank Arena, Theater & Convention Center
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Restaurants
388 within 3 miles
Uricchio's Trattoria
428
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Nuestro Mexico Restaurant
219
0.4 mi$$ - $$$ • Mexican • Latin • Vegetarian Friendly
Mexicali Restaurants
203
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Mexican • Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe Smitten
37
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • American • Cafe
Sequoia Sandwich Company
35
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • American • Vegetarian Friendly
Woolworth Diner
63
0.3 mi$ • Quick Bites • American • Diner
Bill Lee's
103
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Chinese • Asian • Cantonese
Manuel's Casa De Mariscos
78
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Mexican
Rice Bowl
63
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Chinese • Asian • Cantonese
Goose Loonies Sports Cafe
56
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Pizza
Attractions
17 within 3 miles
McMurtry Aquatic Center
18
0.2 miSports Complexes
Bakersfield Museum of Art
30
0.3 miArt Museums
Central Park Antique Mall
2
0.3 miAntique Shops
Merry Go Round Antique Mall
4
0.3 miAntique Shops
Buena Vista Museum of Natural History
37
0.4 miHistory Museums
Fox Theater
126
0.5 miTheaters
Kern County Museum
272
1.4 miHistory Museums
Central Park At Mill Creek
1
0.4 miParks
The Metro Galleries
7
0.4 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Buck Owens' Crystal Palace
552
1.9 miSpeciality Museums
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157 reviews
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Terrible
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Debbie F
Blanchard, OK94 contributions
KISS concert OH YEAH
Mar 2020
This arena housed a crowd of people all there to see KISS's final tour in Bakersfield. The staff were nice, and informative, the food was a bit over priced, but we split a meal, and enjoyed the show
Written May 27, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
ericnolanxtc
Bakersfield, CA28 contributions
Great Venue for any large event
Sep 2019
I've been to Rabobank, now Mechanics Bank Convention center for many events including boxing, Hockey, Opera, Orchestra. In each of these events, it's been clean, well staffed, organized and professional. I would highly recommend it as a venue for any large event.
Written March 5, 2020
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361pam93312
Bakersfield, CA20 contributions
Mechanics/Rabobank Theater
Mar 2020 • Family
This theater/arena is centrally located in downtown Bakersfield. I visited the theater recently. First was The Nutcracker Ballet followed by the Willy Nelson and Family concert and finally The Kern County Schools Honors bands concert this week. The viewing is good from all the seats. The sound quality is excellent. The employees are very courteous and helpful if you need assistance. Parking is across the street in pay parking lot or behind the facility. Highly recommend this theater venue for any of the shows and concerts.
Written March 5, 2020
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Chefmomvirtually
Bakersfield, CA21 contributions
Celebrate at Rabobank
Feb 2019 • Family
From graduations to Disney on Ice the Rabobank will provide you with a great time! Packed with entertainment and fun food. You will enjoy yourself! You will leave just as excited as you arrived! Get over to the Rabobank and enjoy an array of shows, games! Location downtown on Truxtun Ave
Written October 9, 2019
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luterl2018
Bakersfield, CA31 contributions
Great concert vinue very flexible stage and seating
Aug 2019
Rabobank Arena is a great venue for sports to concerts! I've been hockey and basketball at the arena but it's a great concert venue. The arena can be changed depending on what kind of concert. This time we saw Toby Keith and it was set up great to have a wonderful experience. Part of the arena wasn't used but the stage was set up so everyone had a good seat. I also saw Carrie Underwood and for that concert the stage was set up in an oval so that everyone could see. That night Carrie did a great job moving as she performed so everyone got a good view. In addition the arena has a huge screen for close-ups. The management does a wonderful job at setting the arena up for a great experience.
Written September 2, 2019
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carrot_fixer
Bakersfield, CA295 contributions
nice venue
Feb 2019 • Couples
Built for hockey, but a nice place for a concert. My wife is 4'10" so floor seats don't work for her, but since it was built for hockey, it is great for a concert. Even if someone stands in front of you, you can still see
Written May 7, 2019
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Dorothy H
76 contributions
Good entertainment
Apr 2019 • Friends
Rabobank has many different venues. I've always had a good experience when attending one of their venues.
Written May 7, 2019
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OGwesleypipes
Bakersfield, CA19 contributions
Great venue
Dec 2018 • Friends
Great venue to catch a wide variety of entertainment from concerts to the circus to ice hockey. Parking is close by as well.
Written April 4, 2019
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msk1Ca
ca178 contributions
State Championships
Feb 2019 • Family
The wrestling championships were located here. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Parking close by for reasonable rates.
Written February 22, 2019
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johngY9983BS
31 contributions
Unitarian facility
Dec 2018 • Family
This facility brings in a few top notch performers/acts every year but the facilities are wanting. The acoustics in the theater are poor and the seating in the arena is cramped. The up side is lots of free parking but it is not the most convenient. A city the size of Bakersfield should have better facilities for major events. That said however, these facilities are adequate for major entertainment events.
Written January 15, 2019
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travelinkat209
Tracy, CA5 contributions
Hello - I have never been to this theater and will be traveling to Bakersfield to see Jack White in August.. Soooo excited! My question is about what the best seating would be -- Orch PIt or first few rows of Orchestra? -- there are Orchestra PIT tickets, which sounds awesome, but I can't tell if I would be able to see anything because it looks like I'd actually be down in an actual PIT lol! .. I would do anything to be right there in front of JW's face but it'll suck if I pay premium price to be up close but not be able to see because I'm only 5'2" and this pit may be deep... I have googled like crazy trying to find pics of what the PIT's view would be, to no avail.. Has anyone been at a rock concert in the Orch PIt.. what exactly is that like? thanks!
Pam Q
Bakersfield, CA133 contributions
The Orchestra Pit seating is just like it says!! You are sitting in chairs on the level seating area on the floor! We like to get seating right behind the Orchestra pit. In the middle as much as possible! A huge venue, with no BAD seating actually. Enjoy!
Do I have to buy a ticket for my infant?
sandyjj43
Bakersfield, CA12 contributions
I don.t know. I started taking grandkids and then great grandkids when they were 3years old. Best to check with Rabobank to be syre