How far is Big Dawg 13 from Bakersfield?

Rabobank Arena, Bakersfield is 1 hr 45 min from fresno from Bakersfield, roughly 110 miles. Doors open at 6:00 PM and first bell is 7:00 PM.

Does Big Dawg promote cards in Bakersfield?

No. Fresno is our only location. Bakersfield fans travel roughly 110 miles north for the cards we announce.

Why do Kern County fighters fit Big Dawg cards so well?

Kern County has a deep heavyweight and gritty amateur scene, and the Kern-versus-Fresno matchups carry real stakes for the crowd.

Can Bakersfield fighters train with Big Dawg without moving?

Yes. Kern County athletes run a compressed camp, two long training days a week in Fresno instead of four short ones, so the drive stays manageable.

Bakersfield, California

Big Dawg 13 for Bakersfield fans

Big Dawg 13: Blood & Dust lands November 7, 2026 at Rabobank Arena in Bakersfield. Here's what Bakersfield fans need to know before first bell.

Full Card

Travel

1 hr 45 min from Fresno

Doors / Bell

5:30 PM / 6:15 PM

Tickets from

$40

County

Kern County

Getting to Bakersfield from Bakersfield

Bakersfield fans have a 110-mile run up 99 toward Fresno, about an hour forty-five, longer if Grapevine traffic backs into town.

Every promotion has one town whose crowd is a participant. For Big Dawg that is Bakersfield. When Kern County fans fill a section, a Fresno fighter hears about it all night.

Fight-night essentials

18+ with valid photo ID, no exceptions.
Clear-bag policy at every arena we promote in.
Tickets are digital, screenshots are not accepted at the gate.
Merch tables open when doors open and sell out most nights.

Who's fighting

Tank Whitfield vs. Emeka KaluHeavyweight, Title fight
Sammy Vega vs. Luke HardinCruiserweight
Nico Arreola vs. Dre WattsFeatherweight

Bakersfield fan questions

How far is Big Dawg 13 from Bakersfield?: Rabobank Arena, Bakersfield is 1 hr 45 min from fresno from Bakersfield, roughly 110 miles. Doors open at 5:30 PM and first bell is 6:15 PM.
Does Big Dawg promote cards in Bakersfield?: No. Fresno is our only location. Bakersfield fans travel roughly 110 miles north for the cards we announce.
Why do Kern County fighters fit Big Dawg cards so well?: Kern County has a deep heavyweight and gritty amateur scene, and the Kern-versus-Fresno matchups carry real stakes for the crowd.
Can Bakersfield fighters train with Big Dawg without moving?: Yes. Kern County athletes run a compressed camp, two long training days a week in Fresno instead of four short ones, so the drive stays manageable.