Events
Marathon
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Join the Waiting List Price increases after March 23, 2025 at 11:59pm PDT
Half Marathon
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Diaper Dash 1/4 Mile
75 spots left. Price increases after March 24, 2025 at 11:59pm PDT
Description
Starting and ending at the Kern County Museum, we’re excited to be smack in the middle of the most historic landmarks Bakersfield has to offer. You won’t want to miss out in 2025!
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, 6K, and Kids Runs (1K & 1/4m) through Downtown Bakersfield!
Special Rate for our 6K! Children 9 and under receive $25 entry fee automatically during registration.
Packet pickup is on Saturday, March 29th, 2025 where you are invited to take part in The Health & Wellness Expo
Check out our Sponsorship Packet for more information on how to get your business or group involved with special offerings for larger groups. PLUS, groups of 15+ receive 15% off their registrations. Contact us at directors@activebakersfield.org for more information.
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)
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
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.
