Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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Get ready for the ultimate celebration of community spirit as the 61st annual Tehachapi Mountain Festival® returns Aug. 17 and 18. This beloved event has been a celebration of summer since the early days of the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce, and is set to draw thousands of attendees for a weekend packed with entertainment, arts, crafts, delicious food and more. We're thrilled to host the 61st Tehachapi Mountain Festival®, celebrating our community's heritage and showcasing all th...
Philip Marx Central Park is going to be a fan favorite during the Tehachapi Mountain Festival® with the Arts and Crafts Fair. Everyone in the family will enjoy browsing more than 80 arts and crafts vendors, indulging in a variety of cuisine, playing at the Kids Zone, dancing to live music and even imbibing at the beer garden. With more than 100 vendors present, guests will find jewelry, wood carvings, charcuterie boards, clothing, soaps, children's toys, dresses, metalwork, skin care...
For centuries, artisans and crafts persons have traveled from venue to venue setting up their stalls and showing off their creations in hopes of attracting customers to their booths and making sales. This tradition continues Aug. 17 and 18, at Railroad Park with the Makers Market, hosted by Tehachapi Valley Arts Association and sponsored by Waste Management. Join the creativity on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It's a wonderful time for...
Mountain Festival brings the quiet little town of Tehachapi into a full bloom of family fun time. From festival activities in the park to the flag waving, cheering crowds lining the parade route, Tehachapi Mountain Festival® is sure to please one and all. One of the many highlights of Mountain Festival is the two-day Professional Rodeo Cowboy's Association rodeo hosted by the Tehachapi Mountain Rodeo Association. Celebrating 61 years of providing for our community and the surrounding communi...
Ready for an experience impossible to duplicate? Mango Haus Lounge has a full bar, including a tap room featuring Old West Brewing Co., and a unique culinary cuisine that you won't soon forget! Mango Haus Lounge is located at 20601 W. Valley Blvd. on CA-202, right before Empire (Frosty) King, in Tehachapi....
Bear Mountain Boys, originally formed in Tehachapi in 2002, consists of Tom Lichtenwaldt, Dave Brown and Jim Davis. Devoted to rich three-part vocal harmonies, the Boys offer up a menu of original songs, upbeat gospel numbers, fired-up fiddle tunes and classic covers from bluegrass and folk artists. Bear Mountain Boys have performed at various events in and around Tehachapi, and most recently at Triassic Vineyards. In 2014, the Boys released their album, "Home to Jordan's Banks," which is...
The Star Spangled Cowgirls Drill team is a diverse group of ladies joined together by a love for horses and community. The team is led by a partnership between Cheron Johns and Danielle Gerber. The team dedicates many hours in the saddle working hard to perfect their routines. They love riding in parades, rodeos and other events. The Star Spangled Cowgirls look forward to performing for your rodeo on Aug. 16-17....
Come on by the Tehachapi Valley Gem and Mineral Society's Jewelry, Gem and Mineral Show at the Tehachapi Senior Center on Aug. 17 and 18. As usual the show has lots to see and do for all ages. Vendors will be showing and selling beautiful showcase minerals, fossils, polished rocks, beads and handcrafted jewelry. This might be just the place to pick up a unique Christmas or birthday gift for that "hard to shop for" friend or relative. Bring the kids, they love the popular spinning wheel with...
Tehachapi knows how to put on a parade, and the Tehachapi Mountain Festival® Parade never fails to impress. Each year, nearly 75 small businesses, organizations, youth groups and others take part in the parade. You'll also see Tehachapi's queens, rodeo stars, marching bands, color guards, local celebrities and more. The parade will start at 10 a.m. at the intersection of F and Mulberry streets on Saturday, Aug. 17 and will end at Philip Marx Central Park, allowing viewers to follow the...
The Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce is yet again hosting the beer garden, and this year will be one for the books on Aug. 17-18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sponsored by P-Dubs, Mountain Bowling and Valley Strong Federal Credit Union, this refreshing island in the middle of Central Park will keep you comfortable all day. Choose a favorite beer or beverage (local, domestic and imports will be available) and find a shaded seat under the umbrellas at the beer garden, which will have several misters keeping the space cool and comfortable. Enjoy...
Mark your calendars for Aug. 17 from 6 to 10 p.m. because a brand-new music festival is going to shake things up! The Green Street Get Down is a music festival featuring two amazing bands, Joe Peters and Yachty by Nature. A collaboration between Westlane Brewing and the City of Tehachapi, this event will bring craft beer from local breweries, food and merchandise to guests as they enjoy live music. This fun event commemorates the installment of Tehachapi's electricity on July 31, 1915. The city...
Coming to you straight out of the scorching Mojave Desert is the working man's band Metalshop. Based out of "The Shop" in Palmdale, band members include the awesome vocalist Amanda LeFebvre, shredding guitarist Gerald Ouart, thundering bassist Kevin LeFebvre and pounding drummer Tracy LeFebvre. They have been crafting their sound for the last 15 years and can provide you an energetic show with sounds ranging from The Beatles to Metallica and everything in between. They've provided quality...
JR Long, owner of Tehachapi Signs, has been keeping up with numerous projects in town. He recently finished revitalizing the Downtown water wower's Tehachapi emblem, which now stands proud and vibrant among the city shops and Railroad Park. He has been assisting the Chamber with merchandise orders and banner design, and is creating steel trophies for the 2024 Thunder on the Mountain Car and Motorcycles Show set for Sept. 28. But the most inspiring project that JR has completed is a 90-foot banne...
The Black Gold Cloggers will celebrate 40 years of clogging this year, and they will bring their talent to the Mountain Festival! The team is led by Loni O'Donley, who offers a clogging class through the Bakersfield Recreation and Parks Department. They meet at Silver Creek Recreation Center, 7011 Harris Rd., in Bakersfield each Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. All ages, from 7 years on up, are welcome. If you think you would like to learn this energetic dance form, come to the beginner class. A...
"It's all about raising awareness, helping others and making the world a better place." During the mid-2000s in Tehachapi, father and son duo Robin and Caleb Hairston set out to create an all-Native American blues and rock band ... and that's exactly what they did. As a "band of brothers," the Blue Mountain Tribe began creating original songs focused on Native American experiences, and they instantly became a hit. Since its formation, the band has received numerous accolades. The song "Pray for...
Justin started playing gigs at age 18 when he also started riding broncs in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. He was greatly encouraged and guided by experienced musician friends, including Kevin Willard, Joe and Martina Costa, Chancy Willimas, Clayton Andrade, Sons of The San Joquin and the Josh Day Band. Since then, he has headlined PRCA concerts, played for some of the top breweries and wineries in California, events for California Polytechnic State University, California State...
Tehachapi tends to enchant visitors and inspire them to call this mountain town home. For Jessica Jones and her family, Tehachapi ignited a passion that has burned for more than three decades. Jessica's grandparents, Don and Carrol Jones, built a ranch in 1989 on Jack Springs Road and lovingly dubbed it "Old Fart Ranch." Don stayed busy constructing buildings in Tehachapi, such as Mountain Bible Church. Jessica spent her childhood tending to horses, chasing hogs and picking apples. Some of her...
Comprised of musicians and pickers from both Kern and Los Angeles County, Lazy Dog Mountain Band is the culmination of many years of hard work and dedication to the traditions of several American Folk music styles. Using those genres as jumping off points, Lazy Dog pushes those sounds forward while also crafting their own unique approach to making music. They will be performing on Aug. 17 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m....
Tehachapi Mountain Dog Fanciers is a local hobby club supporting the Tehachapi area since 1995 with classes, public education, KCSO K-9 fundraising and legislative advocacy. For two decades, it has sponsored the Tehachapi Mountain Festival® Pet Parade, which takes place the weekend before the big event. During the Pet Parade at the Tehachapi Rodeo Grounds, we begin with a march around the lot to patriotic music. We have competitions, such as best trick, best tail-wagger, tallest pet and...
Bobby has been training horses for over 50 years. He has trained and shown in Cutting, Reining, Roping and Working Cow Horse. Besides competing and winning in several mustang makeovers since his first in 2011, Bobby's accomplishments include: • Founder of The Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, Fort Worth, Texas. • 2013 IPRA National Finals Rodeo Showcase Champion of the Dress Act class. • Featured on Good Morning America promoting the NatGeo Wild mini-series Mustang Millionaire, where Bobby is a cast...
Come celebrate together as a community! You're invited to join Christian Life Assembly for Worship in the Park on Sunday, Aug. 18, from 9 to 10 a.m., before visiting all the vendors. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and enjoy worship led by the CLA Band and hear a message from Pastor Nick. Free doughnuts and coffee will be served. For more information, visit www.clatehachapi.com or call (661) 822-3813....
The fun never ends at the Teahachapi Mountain Festival® Aug. 17-18, with inflatable bounce houses, obstacle courses, face painting and more! Let's not forget the great prizes that will be raffled off with your chance to win a Backyard Movie Rental Package or Lil' Bounce Party Rental Package, as well as small fun prizes to celebrate 61 years of Mountain Festival! Cost: $10 all-day wristbands. $5 single use ticket. The Goodie Wheel (win small toy prizes) $5 for 2 spins. $3 single spin. Party...
The band FLASHBACK is a collaboration of greater Tehachapi's local musical talents and personalities. Formed over the last year, the band has developed a soft rock portfolio of well-liked compositions that will please a wide-range of the listening public. Adrianne Fast, the lead singer, is a dynamic performer best known for her previous work in the group Summer of Love. Her stage presence enthralls all who see and listen to her unique musical performances. Giovanni Mandala brings his unique tale...
Heart & Soul Line Dance performs at local events in Kern County, providing entertainment with a set of songs and dances that will get you out of your lawn chairs. They perform for about an hour and teach two to three songs to the guests. Shake off the summer funk and dance with this amazing group! They will be performing in Central Park on Aug. 17 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m....
This year, the gazebo in Central Park will be overflowing with merchandise for the 2024 Mountain Festival, 61 and Going Strong. The beautiful artwork by Jessica Jones will be featured on t-shirts of all sizes for both men and women, hoodies, keychains and high-quality posters. Good Times Badges are also back by popular demand. Exclusive collector's badges will be available from previous years for those avid collectors out there. The cost per badge is $2; the t-shirt is $25. Please note that...
