Taste of Dance - Basque

KDA, in partnership with the Kern County Basque Club, the CSUB Institute for Basque Studies, and Wool Growers Restaurant, proudly present Taste of Dance - Basque on Thursday, November 19, from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Wool Growers in Bakersfield.

“Adiskide onekin, orduak labur!” - a Basque proverb meaning “With good friends, the hours are short!” - perfectly captures the spirit of this special evening celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Kern County’s Basque community and its enduring influence on the region. Taste of Dance uniquely pairs culinary and performing arts to explore culture in an immersive, hands-on way.

Tickets $60 - www.kerndance.org/TOD

Hosted at one of Kern County’s most iconic restaurants, Wool Growers, guests will enjoy an evening of traditional Basque music, dance, and cuisine, beginning with a social cocktail hour before an interactive exploration of Basque community life. Guided by Basque historian and author John Ysursa and Dr. Steven Gamboa, Director of the CSUB Institute for Basque Studies, the program examines how performing and culinary arts serves as a living expression of Basque pride and heritage, strengthens bonds across generations, and brings people together.

Taste of Dance is a family-friendly event that is open to all ages, inviting multigenerational participation so that community members of every generation can experience and share Basque traditions together. Tickets are $60 and include the meal, beverages, tip, and entertainment. Seating is open, family-style, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thank you to California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities, for their support of Taste of Dance!