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Bakersfield Marathon & Half

Race: Bakersfield Marathon & Half

Sun November 14, 2021 Bakersfield, CA 93311 US Directions

Description

The Bakersfield Marathon is a USATF-certified full marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K taking place on Sunday, November 14th, 2021. Our world-class event features the starting line, finish line, and celebration on the California State University, Bakersfield campus. Participants run through dozens of iconic neighborhoods and landmarks including the Stockdale Financial District, Oleander, Downtown Bakersfield, Westchester, Kern County Museum, La Cresta, Bakersfield College, and the striking Panorama Bluffs before returning to the finish line along the scenic Kern River Parkway. Look for music along the course with a live band at the Celebration Beer Garden!

A Race for Everyone!

In addition to giving local runners an opportunity to run a Boston-qualifying marathon in their own backyard, we are excited to welcome runners from across the U.S. and around the world. The Bakersfield Marathon has a race for everyone!

We have a scenic Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K! A race for the whole family!

Packet pickup is on Saturday, November 13th, 2021 where you are invited to take part in our Health and Fitness Expo. Saturday at the Expo is the last day to register for any of our events.

Special Rate for our 5k! Children 9 and under receive $25 entry fee automatically during registration.

Race Amenities

Gender Specific Long Sleeve Technical Shirt
Custom Finisher's Medallion
Runner Breakfast
One Free Beer (21+)
Post-race Massage
17 Water/Aid Stations
2 Gel Stations
USATF Boston Qualifier
Race Joy Participant Tracking & Text Results
Personalized Bib
Pace Teams
Expo
Celebration Food & Beer Festival
Live Band
Walker Friendly Course

Packet Pickup

You will be able to pick up your race number, shirt and packet at our Health & Fitness Expo

Date Saturday, November 13, 2021
Hours 10:00am - 4:00pm
Location TBA

Volunteering is Fun Too!

Not up for the run? You can still be part of this great event by volunteering! The Bakersfield Marathon could not take place without our wonderful volunteers.

Click HERE to check out which volunteer position you would like to sign up for!

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.

Place

California State University, Bakersfield
9001 Stockdale Highway
Bakersfield, CA US 93311

Race Participant Survey

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