What race distances can I run in Bakersfield?
Bakersfield has 5K (16), 10K (5), Half Marathon (3). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
California · Race calendar
2026-2027 Running Races in Bakersfield, California
Upcoming running races in and near Bakersfield, California - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
20 upcoming races · 13 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Bakersfield races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sun, Oct 25, 2026Bakersfield Monster Mash Dash Bakersfield, CAFrom $50Details Fri, Oct 30, 2026DIA DE LOS MUERTOS HALF MARATHON & 5K RUN/WALK Bakersfield, CAFrom $55Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Foothill Presents: Nightmare on Hart Park Lane 5K Bakersfield, CAFrom $45Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Mind Over Miles Bakersfield, CAFreeDetails Thu, Nov 26, 2026Bakersfield Turkey Day Run Bakersfield, CAFrom $45Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Bakersfield, CA Bakersfield, CARegistration closedFrom $5Details Thu, Dec 10, 2026SANTA'S FUN RUN - BAKERSFIELD Bakersfield, CAFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Bakersfield Rudolph Run Bakersfield, CAFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Bakersfield Jingle Bell Run for Toys for Tots Bakersfield, CAFrom $40Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027Fog Run Bakersfield, CAFrom $40Details Sat, Feb 6, 2027Love Your Park Run & Walk Fundraiser Bakersfield, CAFrom $28Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Valentine's Run 2027 Bakersfield, CARegistration opens Nov 1From $35Details Sat, Feb 20, 2027Bakersfield Coffee Run Bakersfield, CAFrom $35Details Sat, Feb 20, 2027Runnin' To The Rig Bakersfield, CAFrom $10Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Honor Run 2027 - KCSEBA Bakersfield, CAFrom $40Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027BCSD Pajama Run Bakersfield, CARegistration closedFrom $20Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027St. Patrick's Day 5k 2027 Bakersfield, CARegistration opens Jan 1, 2027From $35Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027Bakersfield Marathon Bakersfield, CAFrom $48Details Sun, May 9, 2027Bakersfield Mother’s Day Run Bakersfield, CAFrom $40Details Sat, Jun 5, 2027Bakersfield Hot Fudge Sundae Run Bakersfield, CAFrom $40Details
Within 100 miles
Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Bakersfield. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 25, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Bakersfield
When is race season in Bakersfield?
February is the busiest month for races in Bakersfield, with 4 of the 20, followed by October with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Bakersfield races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 13 races in Bakersfield with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:58, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Bakersfield?
Browse Bakersfield run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.