BAKERSFIELD DIA DE LOS MUERTOS HALF MARATHON & 5K RUN/WALK

Events

$79.44 incl. $5.44 Fee 8:00AM PDT - 10:00AM PDT Price increases after July 4, 2025 at 11:59pm PDT

$28.56 incl. $2.56 Fee 7:45AM PDT - 7:55AM PDT Price increases after October 24, 2025 at 11:59pm PDT

$39.16 incl. $3.16 Fee 8:00AM PDT - 10:00AM PDT Price increases after July 4, 2025 at 11:59pm PDT

Place

Yokuts Park
4200 Empire Dr
Bakersfield, CA US 93309

Description

Join Us for a Vibrant Celebration of Life and Remembrance!

Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a cherished Mexican holiday that honors and celebrates the lives of those who have passed away. Families gather to create colorful altars, share stories, and remember their loved ones with joy and gratitude. This unique race at Yokuts Park in Bakersfield invites you to participate in a heartfelt celebration filled with culture, community, and connection.

NEW FOR 2025! WE HAVE ADDED A DIA DE LOS MUERTOS HALF MARATHON!! A FEW REASONS TO JOIN OUR EVENT:

UNIQUE MEDAL
HOODIES FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS (If registered by October 12th)
AGE GROUP AWARDS TROPHIES
TACOS
HOT CHOCOLATE
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS PAN DULCE
FLAT/FAST COURSE
KIDS RACES
FOLKLORICO DANCING
CHIPPED TIMED EVENT
MUSIC
FUN!!

RACE LOCATION

YOKUTS PARK @ 4200 Empire Dr. Bakersfield, Ca 93309

BIB PICK UP/LATE REGISTRATION- It's ONLY on race day from 6:45-7:45AM @ Yokuts Park.

KIDS RACES START AT 7:45AM

Race Amenities

Delicious Free Tacos: Savor authentic flavors to fuel your race!
Warm Hot Chocolate: Enjoy a cozy treat as you celebrate.
Amazing Medals: Celebrate your achievement with our beautifully designed medals.
Unique Age Group Awards: Stand out with special prizes for top performers!
Dia de los Muertos Altar: Experience the beauty and significance of our community altar.
Folkloric Dancing: Enjoy captivating performances that bring our culture to life.
Kids Races: Fun and excitement for the little ones!
Fast Course: A thrilling route for all levels of runners.
Music & Fun: Celebrate with lively tunes and a joyful atmosphere!

Bib Pick Up & Race Day Registration

Date: Saturday, October 25th
Time: 6:45 AM - 7:45 AM
Location: Yokuts Park, 4200 Empire Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93309

Race Schedule

5K Race: Starts at 8:00 AM
HALF MARATHON starts at 8:00AM
Kids Races: Begin at 7:45 AM
6-7 Years Old: 400m
4-6 Years Old: 200m
3 Years Old: 100m
1-2 Years Old: 50m
Under 1 Year Old: 10m

Course Map

Race Contact Info

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