Fourth of July event returns to the Park at River Walk

FILE – Spectators watch as fireworks explode overhead during the Fourth of July celebration at Pioneer Park, on July 4, 2013, in Prescott, Ariz. The skies over a scattering of Western cities will stay dark for the third consecutive Fourth of July in 2022 as some big fireworks displays are canceled again, this time for pandemic related supply chain or staffing problems, or fire concerns amid dry weather. The city of Phoenix cited supply chain issues in canceling its three major Independence Day fireworks shows. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson, File)

by: Jacqueline Gutierrez

Posted: Jun 9, 2023 / 04:27 PM PDT

Updated: Jun 9, 2023 / 04:27 PM PDT

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Park at River Walk’s popular Independence Day celebration is returning this summer.

The celebration will feature live music by The 95’s and The Habbits, a free fireworks show and food vendors.

The fireworks show is scheduled to start at 9:15 p.m. and live music will start at the Dignity Health Amphitheatre at 6 p.m., according to organizers.

The Fourth of July event will impact traffic in the area.

City officials say access to Aera Park and the Kern River Bike Trail at Calloway Drive and Jewetta Avenue is scheduled to close at 8:45 p.m.

During the fireworks show, traffic through the Park at River Walk area will be closed for about 30 minutes, according to organizers.

Expect delays.