Apr 24, 2025
Graduation is more than a ceremonial milestone; it’s a celebration of resilience, growth, and hard work. It marks the conclusion of one chapter and the exciting beginning of another, a moment to reflect on challenges overcome and dreams yet to be achieved. It’s a time to honor achievements, embrace change, and step boldly into the future.
Find your date and time with this Graduation Ceremony Schedule!
Kern High School District Graduation Ceremony Schedule 2025
SITE/SCHOOL | DAY | DATE | TIME | PLACE
Arvin High
Friday, May 30, 7:00 p.m.
Barle Football Stadium
Bakersfield Adult School
Friday, May 30, 7:00 p.m.
Harvey Auditorium (Bakersfield High School)
Bakersfield High School
Thursday, May 29, 7:00 p.m.
Griffith Football Field
Career Technical Education Center
Wednesday, May 21, 6:00 p.m.
Innovations Hall CTEC
Centennial High
Thursday, May 29, 7:30 p.m.
Golden Hawk Football Stadium
Continuation High Schools/Workforce
Tuesday, May 27, 6:00 p.m.
Mechanics Bank Convention Center
Del Oro High School
Friday, May 30, 7:00 p.m.
Del OroFootball Stadium
Discovery
Wednesday, May 28, 5:30 p.m.
Harvey Auditorium (Bakersfield High School)
East Bakersfield High School
Wednesday, May 28, 2:00 p.m.
Mechanics Bank Convention Center
Foothill High School
Thursday, May 29, 7:00 p.m.
Ned Permenter Football Stadium
Frontier High School
Thursday, May 29, 7:00 p.m.
Titan Football Stadium
Golden Valley High School
Thursday, May 29, 6:30 p.m.
Bulldog Football Stadium
Highland High School
Thursday, May 29, 6:00 p.m.
Mechanics Bank Arena Convention Center
Independence High School
Thursday, May 29, 6:30 p.m.
Falcon Football Stadium
Kern Valley High School
Thursday, May 29, 5:00 p.m.
KVHS Football Stadium
Liberty High School
Thursday, May 29, 7:30 p.m.
Liberty Football Stadium
Mira Monte High School
Wednesday, May 28, 7:30 p.m.
Mira Monte Football Stadium
North High School
Thursday, May 29, 7:00 p.m.
North High Football Stadium
Regional Occupational Center
Wednesday, May 21, 6:00 p.m.
Kern Agriculture Pavilion
(3300 E. Belle Terrace)
Ridgeview High School
Wednesday, May 28, 7:30 p.m.
Ridgview Football Stadium
Shafter High School
Wednesday, May 28, 7:30 p.m.
Shafter Football Stadium
South High School
Wednesday, May 28, 7:00 p.m.
South High Football Stadium
Stockdale High School
Wednesday, May 28, 7:00 p.m.
Mechanics Bank Arena Convention Center
West High School
Wednesday, May 28, 6:00 p.m.
Mechanics Bank Convention Center
For more information, call Kern High School District at (661) 827-3100
Bakersfield College 111th Commencement:
Friday, May 16, 2025
Memorial Stadium, 1801 Panorama Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93305
Ceremony Begins at 7:00 PM
Parking during the commencement event is free in the student parking lots around Memorial Stadium. Carts will be available in the parking lots for those who need assistance.
Designated guest parking areas include:
- Lot P3
- Lot P6 & P7 (also includes accessible parking)
- Lot P16 (shared with faculty and graduates; space is limited)
Additional guest parking is available at:
- Garces Memorial High School
2800 Loma Linda Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93305
Complimentary shuttle service will be provided between the high school and the stadium throughout the event.
For more information, call Bakersfield College at (661) 395-4011.
Cal State University of Bakersfield Spring 2025 Undergraduate Ceremonies:
Saturday, May 17, 8:00 A.M.
Location: CSUB Main Campus - Main Soccer Field
Participating in this undergraduate ceremony (click on College for the list of bachelor's majors)
Guest tickets: Each graduate will be issued 12 guest tickets.
For more information, call CSUB at (661) 654-CSUB.
Cal State University of Bakersfield Spring 2025 Undergraduate Ceremonies:
Saturday, May 17, 6:00 P.M.
Location: CSUB Main Campus - Main Soccer Field
Participating in this undergraduate ceremony (click on College for a list of bachelor's majors)
- College of Arts and Humanities
- College of Business and Public Administration
- College of Natural Sciences, Mathematics, and Engineering
Guest tickets: Each graduate will be issued 12 guest tickets.
For more information, call CSUB at (661) 654-CSUB.
Cal State University of Bakersfield Spring 2025 Graduate and Hooding Ceremony:
Friday, May 16, 7:45 A.M.
Location: CSUB Main Campus - Main Soccer Field
Participating in the graduate and hooding ceremony:
All Colleges - All doctoral and masters Candidates
Guest tickets: Each graduate will be issued 20 guest tickets.
For more information, call CSUB at (661) 654-CSUB.
