This Saturday night, the stakes are high as a prize of $5,000 awaits the victor at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway. Drivers from various regions will converge to compete in the NASCAR Regional Series, proudly sponsored by O’Reilly Auto Parts. Scheduled to take place on the Fourth of July, this event promises to deliver intense competition and thrilling moments at California’s premier half-mile track, known for its exhilarating short track racing atmosphere. The combination of su

Across the country, communities are seeing long-running Fourth of July fireworks shows disappear. Rising costs, staffing challenges, permitting demands, and production expenses have made it harder than ever to keep these large-scale celebrations alive. At Kern Raceway, we believe traditions like this still matter. The Fourth of July is more than just a date on the calendar. It is a night for families, friends, race fans, and the community to come together. It is the sound of

It’s more than just fast cars at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway, it’s a full day of family fun, horsepower, noise, smoke, action, and excitement from start to finish! Bring the whole family out for fun, excitement, and nonstop entertainment! Join us! Our schedule contains a lineup built for the fans, featuring the Drag-A-Boat Demolition Race, a Huge Fireworks Spectacular, Enduro RallyCross Drift Exhibition, Burnout Box, VIP Showcase Car Display, Vendor Midway, and so much more.

Independence Day event at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway will feature a Drag-A-Boat Race, NASCAR competition, family entertainment, and one of the area’s largest fireworks shows. BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway will host one of the Central Valley’s premier Independence Day events on Saturday, July 4, 2026, with “The American 250”— a Fourth of July celebration featuring one of the area’s largest fireworks spectaculars, family activities, and NASCAR racing. Loc

Keelan Harvick drove to victory in the SPEARS CARS Tour West Pro Late Model main event at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway, topping a 125-lap feature to headline the weekend’s action. Harvick, driving the No. 62 Hunt Brothers Pizza entry, completed the race held off Jaron Giannini by .748 seconds at the finish. Giannini finished second in the No. 23 GMS Race Cars machine, while Taylor Mayhew rounded out the podium in third. Jeffrey Peterson finished fourth, with Robby Sawyer com

The stars of the CARS Tour West are ready to light up Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway this Saturday night as Military Appreciation Night brings one of the biggest stock car showcases of the season to Bakersfield. After an intense Friday practice session that saw teams unloading speed and dialing in setups under the Central Valley sun, anticipation is building for a stacked night of racing featuring the Spears CARS Tour West headline divisions alongside a full slate of local favo

The CARS Tour West is set to make its return to Kevin Harvick's Kern Raceway on Saturday, May 16, bringing another exciting night of short track racing to California’s premier half-mile oval. As the track honors Military Appreciation Night, the men and women who serve and have served are the real stars of the speedway. Join us at the Track! With competitive fields, developing storylines, and drivers looking to gain an early advantage in the standings, May 16 at Kern Raceway o

Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway Ride Along Experience Strap into the passenger seat of a real race car and experience the speed, sound, and adrenaline of Kern Raceway’s high-banked 1/2-mile oval. Your Package Includes One (1) Ride Along Experience One (1) General Admission Adult Ticket Professional Driver Required Safety Equipment Pre-Ride Instructions from Staff Click here for more information

4/25/26: Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway proudly hosts Salute to the American Trucker. Gates open at 5:00 PM, with main events running 7:00–10:00 PM as spring temperatures cool into the evening. The racing lineup includes NASCAR Limited Pro Lates, INEX Legends, NASCAR Crown Vics, NASCAR Spec Racers, and Outlaw Four Cylinders, building toward the always-anticipated Flagpole Race, one of the most unpredictable and entertaining specialty events on the schedule. CLICK HERE TO PURCHA

🚨IT’S GO TIME 🚨 Monster Truck Bash is TODAY at Kern Raceway — don’t miss it.You ’ve got two chances to catch the action 👇🕐 1PM Afternoon Show🌙 6PM Evening Show🔥 Featuring:Mixed UpIdentity TheftSpitfireTitanRock Star& the MEGASAURUS Car Crusher 🦖💥 Pre-Race Pit Party🕐 11AM–1PM (Afternoon Show)🌙 4PM–6PM (Evening Show)💥 Freestyle. Best Trick. Full-throttle destruction.🏁 6PM BONUS: Super Moto racing joins the night showThis is a ONE DAY ONLY event — once it’s over, it’