An Intimate Songwriters Round benefiting A Night To Shine Bakersfield 

Come hungry—our event features a handpicked selection of curated food vendors from across Kern County, each bringing their signature flavors and farm-fresh flair. From elevated comfort food to gourmet bites, there’s something to savor at every turn.

Complementing the cuisine, guests will enjoy elite wines and premium spirits, carefully selected to elevate your evening and toast to a night of music, meaning, and community.

A songwriters round is a uniquely intimate concert experience where award-winning songwriters come together on stage to perform their original songs, share the stories behind the lyrics, and connect with the audience in a way that traditional concerts rarely allow. Seated in a circle or line, each songwriter takes turns performing while the others listen, harmonize, or join in. It's raw, unplugged, and profoundly personal—a behind-the-scenes look at the music you know and love, told by the people who wrote it. For this evening we'll be joined by:

Monty Criswell: A Grammy-nominated songwriter behind hits like “I Saw God Today” by George Strait and “Five More Minutes” by Scotty McCreery. 

Lynn Hutton: With songs recorded by Eric Church, Jason Aldean, and Florida Georgia Line, Lynn’s fingerprints are on some of the genre’s most memorable anthems.

Derek George: From fronting country group Pearl River to producing and writing for artists like Randy Houser and Joe Nichols, Derek George wears many hats.

Our Live auction is your chance to take home something special while making a difference. From elite experiences and exclusive items to locally loved treasures, every bid supports A Night to Shine Kern County—a prom night experience celebrating our incredible guests with special needs.

Whether you’re raising your paddle or giving from the heart, there will be plenty of ways to join in and support the cause.

Hosted by Crossroads Christian Fellowship in Bakersfield, California. Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, celebrating people with special needs.