Upcoming events
LIGHT CHASER: A Cara Hanstein Art Show
Join us on Saturday May 9th for our first ever House of wax art show!
“Light Chaser: an exploration of visual language inspired by indie music” will feature the art of Cara Hanstein. each piece was inspired by a different song, and a curated playlist of each inspiration track will be available at the show. We encourage attendees to bring a pair of headphones to further immerse themselves in the art.
Mercury Transfer & Some Gifts | LIVE AT HOUSE OF WAX
Ridgecrest natives mercury transfer (Post-rock/shoegaze) are hitting the road with Bakersfield punk/post-hardcore outfit some gifts, and they’ll be performing live at house of wax on Saturday June 6th. presale tickets are available for sale right here, and in person at house of wax!
HOUSE OF CRAFTS (APR. 2026)
house of crafts returns! this month we’ll be making cross stitch keychains, and we will once again be joined by the amazing abby and cozy cove bakery! $20 saves your spot and covers the cost of all supplies. space is limited, so Be Sure to RSVP AND RESERVE YOUR SPOT. Don’t forget to choose your design when you RSVP…
Record Store Day 2026
We are happy to be participating in this year’s record store day festivities! we will have 150+ exclusive rsd titles available for sale, along with giveaways and sales on used records. dj luna void will also be spinning in-store from 8am-11am.
CATBOX and INTO ACTION | LIVE AT HOUSE OF WAX
We are so excited to have Catbox (Bakersfield Alt Rock) and Into Action (AV Grunge Pop) playing the next Live at House of Wax show on Saturday April 4th! Presale Tickets available here and in-person at House of Wax!
HOUSE OF CRAFTS (MAR. 2026)
house of crafts returns! this month we’ll be painting and decorating vinyl records! $20 saves your spot and covers the cost of all supplies. space is limited, so be sure to rsvp by clicking here…
Java N’ Jazz (MAR. 2026)
Third Sunday of Every Month!
Join us at One Fine Day Cafe on F Street for a sampling of our most laid-back brunch-time tunes.
Vinyl Night (MAR. 2026)
Third Friday of Every Month!
Join the House of Wax crew at the best local brewery in Tehachapi for a night of music and brews! browse a curated selection of our inventory, listen to us spin some of our favorite records, and bring one of your own for us to play!
FREE TO ATTEND | ALL-AGES
Cory Branan | Live At House of Wax
Cory branan will be performing live at house of wax on march 7th.
HARRY STYLES LISTENING PARTY
HARRY STYLES "KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY" LISTENING PARTY | FRIDAY MARCH 6TH | 6PM | FREE TO ATTEND!
We are excited to announce that our next in-store listening party will be for the brand new Harry Styles album "Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally". Come by House of Wax on Friday March 6th at 6PM to the hear the new record in its entirety and pick up a fresh copy for yourself!
We'll have news about giveaways and raffle opportunities soon, so save the date for now and stay tuned!
HOUSE OF CRAFTS (FEB. 2026)
house of crafts returns! this month we’ll be crafting up some TEA-RARIUMS, INSPIRED BY BRIDGERTON! $20 saves your spot and covers the cost of all supplies. space is limited, so be sure to rsvp by clicking here…
Java N’ Jazz (Feb. 2026)
Third Sunday of Every Month!
Join us at One Fine Day Cafe on F Street for a sampling of our most laid-back brunch-time tunes.
Vinyl Night (FEB. 2026)
Third Friday of Every Month!
Join the House of Wax crew at the best local brewery in Tehachapi for a night of music and brews! browse a curated selection of our inventory, listen to us spin some of our favorite records, and bring one of your own for us to play!
FREE TO ATTEND | ALL-AGES
HOUSE OF CRAFTS
house of crafts returns! this month we’ll be crafting up some plushie plaques! $20 saves your spot and covers the cost of all supplies. space is limited, so be sure to rsvp by clicking here…
JOYCE MANOR LISTENING PARTY
JOYCE MANOR LISTENING PARTY | THURSDAY JAN. 29TH | 7PM | ALL AGES | FREE TO ATTEND
We are super excited to announce that House of Wax will be hosting a listening party for the latest Joyce Manor album “I Used To Go To This Bar”! The album officially drops Jan. 30th, but all those in attendance will be able to purchase the album a day early!
No RSVP needed, no cover charge, no purchase necessary. Just come by the store on the 29th and hear the latest from one of the best bands going!
GOTH NIGHT w/ DJ LUNA VOID
Enjoy a set of goth rock, post punk, dark wave and dark synth (all on vinyl), curated by our dear friend dj luna void! Dancing encouraged. all ages welcome, free to attend!
Vinyl Night (Jan. 2026)
Third Friday of Every Month!
Join the House of Wax crew at the best local brewery in Tehachapi for a night of music and brews! browse a curated selection of our inventory, listen to us spin some of our favorite records, and bring one of your own for us to play!
FREE TO ATTEND | ALL-AGES
Niner Niner and Porkboii | LIVE AT HOUSE OF WAX
niner niner and porkboii will be performing live at house of wax this january. don’t miss this awesome night of inland empire indie and bakersfield rock and roll.
Vinyl Night (Nov. 2025)
Third Friday of Every Month!
Join the House of Wax crew at the best local brewery in Tehachapi for a night of music and brews! browse a curated selection of our inventory, listen to us spin some of our favorite records, and bring one of your own for us to play!
FREE TO ATTEND | ALL-AGES
Morning Drive and Off Grid Fam - LIVE AT HOUSE OF WAX
bakersfield’s morning drive and tehachapi’s own off grid fam will be bringing chill vibes and amazing music to house of wax on November 8th!
join us for a night of modern reggae and positive progressive hip-hop.
doors at 6:30pm | $15 per ticket | all-ages | in-person presale tickets available at house of wax
Hayley Williams EGO NITE Listening Party
Join us on November 5th at 8PM for a very special Hayley Williams EGO NITE to celebrate the release of Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party!
Free exclusive EGO NITE posters and wristbands (while supplies last)!
Enter to win an exclusive mixtape CD signed by Hayley Williams!
Grab your physical copy of EDAABP before the worldwide release on November 7th (with a free tote -- while supplies last)!
Listen to the full album including unreleased music!
Be the biggest star at your local indie record store during EGO NITE karaoke!
Tehachapi Goth Club Halloween Party!
House of wax and tehachapi goth club are excited to host our inaugural goth night halloween party!
house of wax is the place to be this all hallow’s eve. DJ Luna void will be spinning a curated all-vinyl set of goth night and halloween-inspired tunes. There will be an official costume contest with prizes awarded, halloween games, candy and more!
We’ll be part of the downtown tehachapi treat trail from 4:30-7:30PM, and then the party starts at 8PM!
Vinyl Night
Third Friday of Every Month!
Join the House of Wax crew at the best local brewery in Tehachapi for a night of music and brews! browse a curated selection of our inventory, listen to us spin some of our favorite records, and bring one of your own for us to play!
FREE TO ATTEND | ALL-AGES
Kneecap Livestream
Come to House of Wax to catch this unprecedented global livestream of Kneecap’s show broadcast directly from Ireland!
FREE TO ATTEND!
SPENCER LAJOYE | Live at House of Wax
Presented by Fiddlers Crossing: Spencer LaJoye | Live at House of Wax
Singer/songwriter Spencer LaJoye will be performing their original brand of "Queer Indie Folk Music For Everyone" on Saturday October 4th at House of Wax.
Doors at 6:30PM | $30 per ticket | In-Person Presale Tickets available at Mountain Music and House of Wax |
K-Pop Demon Hunters FREE SCREENING!
Join us for a FREE screening of K-Pop Demon Hunters, right here at House of Wax. Friday 10/3 at 6PM we'll be screening the singalong version of the massive Netflix hit. It's free attend, and we'll have vinyl copies of the soundtrack for sale!
Tehachapi Community Garden Fundraiser w/ Django Stauffer & Michelle Hunter
Tehachapi Community Garden Fundraiser w/ Django Stauffer & Michelle Hunter
Sabrina Carpenter “Man’s Best friend” Listening Party
celebrate the release of the latest Sabrina Carpenter full-length lp “Man’s best friend” with the house of wax crew and other Sabrina fans! The new album will be available for purchase and there will be giveaways!
House of Crafts
House of Crafts Returns! THis month we’ll be making Embroidery Hoops With Your Favorite lyrics. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP by clicking HERE…