Upcoming Events at CSUB Amphitheatre

The CSUB Amphitheatre is a large open‑air outdoor theatre on the California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB) campus, located at 9001 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311. While public seating charts aren’t published, events at this venue have drawn crowds ranging from the thousands, making it a notable outdoor entertainment destination in the Bakersfield area. We’ll help you navigate seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options so you can secure your seats with confidence.

Whether you’re catching a longstanding favorite act or a festival performance, our goal is to provide practical details and trusted recommendations to make your ticket experience smooth—like having a reliable friend in the business.

Parking is available with free parking located north of Stockdale Highway across from the Amphitheatre. Campus kiosks offer paid parking passes (the best available price). For transit, Golden Empire Transit serves the CSUB campus, with stops near the Education Building, and access to CSUB from major routes. When planning your visit, consider nearby lodging and dining options to extend your Bakersfield trip.

Seating and Capacity

CSUB Amphitheatre is a large open‑air venue on campus. Public seating capacity specifics aren’t published, and CSUB’s Events Office handles rentals. Expect crowds in the low‑to‑mid thousands for larger events, so secure your seats early through trusted partner sites.

Nearby Hotels

Padre Hotel – Downtown Bakersfield
Homewood Suites by Hilton – Near CSUB
Bakersfield Marriott
Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield
Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield

Nearby Dining

Local eateries in downtown Bakersfield offer a range from casual to upscale dining.
Nearby cafes and fast casual options near CSUB and along Stockdale Highway provide pre‑ and post‑show meals.

Affiliate Partner Recommendations

For a comfortable stay and convenient dining options, consider booking with our trusted hotel partners and preferred restaurants. We’ve got you covered with reliable choices close to CSUB and the Amphitheatre.

For up‑to‑date venue information and event details, check the official CSUB Events Office communications and follow the venue’s social channels.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 9001 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311.
Venue type: large open‑air outdoor theatre (CSUB Amphitheatre) on the CSUB campus.
Capacity/seating chart: Public capacity and seating chart are not publicly published; external events indicate crowds in the low‑to‑mid thousands range in some cases.
Seating chart: No public CSUB‑published seating chart for the amphitheatre; rentals handled via CSUB Events Office.
Parking: Free parking is located north of Stockdale Highway across from the Amphitheatre; paid parking passes (approx. $6) available at campus kiosks.
Transit: Golden Empire Transit stops on CSUB campus near the Education Building; campus access via major routes.
Nearby hotels: Padre Hotel (downtown Bakersfield); Homewood Suites by Hilton (near CSUB); Bakersfield Marriott; Hilton Garden Inn; Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield.
Notable events: Hosted the B‑Town Blues Fest (2009, 2011) benefiting Houchin Blood Bank; Rage Against the Machine performed at CSUB Outdoor Amphitheatre in 1992.
Renamed/demolished: No evidence of demolition or rename; CSUB Amphitheatre remains active as CSUB Amphitheatre.

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