March 14th Kern County 160 – Spectator Guide
Saturday, March 14, 2026 Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway13500 Raceway Blvd, Bakersfield, CA Celebrate 160 Years of Kern County with a powerhouse night of racing and full-contact chaos at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway. The night features elite short-track competition highlighted by a Kevin Harvick vs. Keelan Harvick showdown in the SPEARS CARS [...]
What is a Demolition Derby?
A Demolition Derby is one of the most entertaining and chaotic forms of motorsports. Instead of racing for speed, drivers compete to disable the other cars through controlled collisions until only one vehicle remains running. The objective is simple: be the last car still moving. Drivers deliberately crash into each other [...]
Spears CARS Tour West Event Preview: Kern County 160 at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway
BROADCAST INFO: FloRacing (6:15 p.m. PT / 9:15 p.m. ET Saturday, March 14, 2026) Kern County 160 Schedule Track: Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway Location: Bakersfield, Calif. Length: .500-mile paved oval Laps: 125 (SLM), 75 (LLM), 30 (Legend) The Spears CARS Tour West Super Late Models return to Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway for the second event [...]
MAR 13TH – 14TH COMPETITION SCHEDULE
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Kern Raceway to Celebrate Kern County’s 160th Anniversary with “Kern County 160” on March 14
Event to Feature Kern County Native Kevin Harvick and Son Keelan Harvick Bakersfield, CA — In recognition of the 160th anniversary of Kern County, officials at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway have announced that the Saturday, March 14 event will officially be coined the “Kern County 160.” The special event name commemorates the county’s founding [...]
COMPETITION SCHEDULE: 2/28 NIGHT OF DESTRUCTION
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ARCA Menards Series West season preview: Both new and familiar faces headline a talented field for 2026
BY BRANDON WHITE WWW.ARCARACING.COM FEBRUARY 24, 2026 The 2026 ARCA Menards Series West campaign, which begins Saturday with the Oil Workers 150 presented by the West Coast Stock Car Motorsports Hall of Fame at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway (5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET on FloRacing) is shaping up to [...]
WE ARE HIRING: Part Time Event Staff
🏁 Kern Raceway is Hiring – Part-Time Event Staff! 🏁 Looking to be part of the action at one of Bakersfield’s premier venues? We’re gearing up for an exciting season and are now hiring part-time event staff! Open Positions: • Cashiers / Sellers • Guest Services • Concessions Interviews Available: Tuesday – Thursday (By Appointment) In Person [...]
SPECIAL EVENT: Feb. 28th Night of Destruction + ARCA West
Night of Destruction returns to Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway to kick off the 2026 season in explosive fashion. Spectator gates open at 3:00 PM, with main events starting at 5:00pm as the sun sets and the lights take over. The night is headlined by the ARCA Menards Series West [...]
Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway Releases Full 2026 Asphalt Schedule
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway Releases Full 2026 Asphalt Schedule One of the Most Diverse and Action-Packed Seasons in Track History BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway is proud to officially announce its complete 2026 Asphalt Schedule, delivering one of the most diverse and exciting seasons in track history. [...]
Nov. 15 Kern County Classic at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway Postponed by Inclement Weather
For Immediate Release Nov. 15 Event at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway Postponed by Inclement Weather Rained-Out Weekend Moves CARS Tour West Championship Finale to Dec. 20 BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (Nov. 12, 2025) — The Kern County Classic scheduled for this Saturday, Nov. 15, at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway has been postponed due to inclement [...]
Sat. 11/15: Kern County Classic PLUS Kid’s Night
KERN COUNTY CLASSIC Featuring SPEARS CARS Tour West w/ Kevin & Keelan Harvick Saturday, November 15, 2025 · Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway — Bakersfield, CA Get ready for chaos, championships, and full-throttle family fun as the KERN COUNTY CLASSIC brings the SPEARS CARS Tour West Championship Finale to Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway [...]
The 2nd Annual 10-4 Magazine Trucker Rodeo & Show
November 8–9, 2025 | Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway – Bakersfield, CA🎟️ CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS After an unforgettable debut in 2024, the 10-4 Magazine Trucker Rodeo & Show is back for Year Two—and it’s bigger, bolder, and buckled up for even more fun! Join us November 8–9, 2025, at Kevin Harvick’s [...]
Malicious Monster Truck Tour and Megasaurus Set to Thrill Fans at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway Saturday, November 1 — Presented by LiUNA Local 220
Malicious Monster Truck Tour and Megasaurus Set to Thrill Fans at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway Saturday, November 1 — Presented by LiUNA Local 220 Bakersfield, CA – The roar of engines, the crunch of metal, and the smell of burning rubber will take over Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway on Saturday, [...]
Comp Schedule Oct. 25th: HADDAD Dodge Ram Night at Kern Raceway
KEVIN HARVICK’S KERN RACEWAY Event Schedule – October 24–25, 2025 Haddad Dodge Ram Night featuring The Harvick Showdown CARS Tour West Super Late Models | Limited Pro Late Models | Local Divisions Friday, October 24 – Practice Day Start End Series Event 11:30 AM — ALL Credentials Open & Hauler Parking 12:00 PM — ALL Garage Open [...]
Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway Mourns the Loss of Robert Rice, the “Master of Mayhem”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway Mourns the Loss of Robert Rice, the “Master of Mayhem” (October 4th, 2025 – Bakersfield, CA) – Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway is heartbroken to announce the passing of Robert Rice, a beloved racer known to fans everywhere as the “Master of Mayhem”and the driving [...]
Competition Schedule for September 19th -20th “First Responders Night”
Click HERE for Printable PDF Competition Schedule for 9/20 First Responders Night Event Schedule Friday Activity Time NASCAR Credentials / Pit Gate Opens 4:00 PM NASCAR Open Practice 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Saturday, September 20 Activity Time Sunrise Racing Series Private Test 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM NASCAR Credentials / Pit Gate Opens 12:00 PM Practice Division Time Legends 1:40 PM – 1:50 PM Crown [...]
Tickets On Sale Now: Harvick’s Showdown & NASCAR Weekly Series Night at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway – Saturday, October 25
🎟️ CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS Tickets On Sale Now: Harvick’s Showdown & NASCAR Weekly Series Night at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway – Saturday, October 25 BAKERSFIELD, CA – Two powerhouse racing programs collide for one unforgettable night at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway on Saturday, October 25. Tickets are on sale [...]
