Description
Join us for the 8th Annual Bakersfield Marathon, starting and finishing at the historic Kern County Museum. This event takes participants through Bakersfield’s most scenic and historic neighborhoods. With well-stocked aid stations and a lively post-race festival, this is a race-day experience you won’t want to miss!
A Race for Everyone!
In addition to providing local runners the chance to complete a Boston-qualifying marathon right in their own backyard, we are thrilled to welcome participants from across the U.S. and around the world. The Bakersfield Marathon truly has a race for everyone!
Choose from our scenic Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 6K, or Kids' Runs (1K & 1/4 mile), all winding through historic Downtown Bakersfield.
Special Offer: Children 9 and under automatically receive a $25 entry fee for the 6K during registration!
Packet pickup will take place on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the Health & Wellness Expo, where you can explore health-focused vendors and race-day essentials.
Looking to get your business or group involved? Check out our Sponsorship Packet for exclusive opportunities. Plus, groups of 15+ enjoy 15% off registrations! Contact us at directors@activebakersfield.org for details.
Race Amenities
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Gender Specific Runner Shirt (those who sign up less than a month before the event are not guaranteed a shirt)
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Custom Finisher's Medallion
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Runner Breakfast
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One Free Beer (21+)
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15 Water/Aid Stations
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3 Gel Stations in the Full, 1 in the Half
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USATF Certified Boston Qualifier
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Personalized Bib (for those who register a month or more in advance)
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Health & Fitness Expo
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Finish Line Food & Beer Festival
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Walker-Friendly Course (16 min/mile for the Full Marathon)
Place
3801 Chester Ave
Bakersfield, CA US 93301
RaceJoy
Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy
Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!
We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the Bakersfield Marathon.
Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!
Some key RaceJoy features include:
GPS Progress Alerts
- Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal.
Live GPS Tracking
- Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others.
Send-a-Cheer
- Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family.
Virtual Results (virtual events only)
- Enter your race-assigned bib number to automatically submit your finish data for real-time scored results.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
