Find your best friends.

Build a community.

Bakersfield Besties is a community built to help women connect, grow, and form authentic friendships. We believe life is better when shared, and our mission is to create spaces where women feel seen, supported, and inspired.

Upcoming Events

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About our founder

Hi, I’m Kelsey—the heart behind Bakersfield Besties. I’m 34 years old, married, and a proud pet mom to two Labrador retrievers and two blind cats (yep—you read that right!). When I’m not at home wrangling the chaos, you’ll probably find me at the barn, riding and competing in show jumping—a sport that fuels my passion and keeps me working around the clock to support it.

I also run my own social media agency, KH Social Studio, and alongside my husband, we co-own Good Vibes Clothing Co., a lifestyle brand inspired by our love of motocross and the outdoors. Life is full, busy, and beautiful—and even with everything on my plate, creating Bakersfield Besties is one of the projects closest to my heart.

My mission is simple: to build a community where women in Bakersfield can find authentic friendships, laughter, and a sense of belonging. Bakersfield Besties is more than just events—it’s a movement to remind you that you’re never too old, too busy, or too new in town to find your people. 💕