2026 Lace'n It Up 5k Run/Walk & Celebration Walk
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 8:30AM PDT
- Location Bakersfield, California
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready for a vibrant day of community spirit at the 2026 Lace'n It Up 5k Run/Walk & Celebration Walk on Saturday, October 3, 2026! Taking place at the beautiful Park at River Walk in Bakersfield, Kern, this exciting event is designed to kick off Pinktober and raise awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Participants can choose between a 5k run/walk and a 1k celebration walk, making it accessible for everyone to join in the fun!
This year’s Lace'n It Up event promises to be the biggest yet, featuring special survivor recognition, local vendors, delicious food and drinks, live music, and fantastic raffle prizes. By participating, you’re not just having a great time; you’re also supporting vital programs and services that provide crucial resources for breast cancer patients and survivors. All net proceeds go directly towards funding diagnostic services, wigs, nutrition education, and more. Join us to celebrate life, raise awareness, and support those on their cancer journey — it’s a day you won’t want to miss!
This year’s Lace'n It Up event promises to be the biggest yet, featuring special survivor recognition, local vendors, delicious food and drinks, live music, and fantastic raffle prizes. By participating, you’re not just having a great time; you’re also supporting vital programs and services that provide crucial resources for breast cancer patients and survivors. All net proceeds go directly towards funding diagnostic services, wigs, nutrition education, and more. Join us to celebrate life, raise awareness, and support those on their cancer journey — it’s a day you won’t want to miss!
Organiser's Description
LACE'N IT UP 2026
_JOIN LINKS FOR LIFE TO KICK OFF PINKTOBER!_
JOIN LINKS FOR LIFE TO KICK OFF PAINT THE TOWN PINK! AND BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH AT OUR LACE'N IT UP 5K RUN/WALK & 1K CELEBRATION WALK ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026 AT THE PARK AT RIVER WALK. THIS YEAR'S EVENT IS SET TO BE OUR BIGGEST YET - FEATURING SPECIAL SURVIVOR RECOGNITION, LOCAL VENDORS, FOOD & DRINK, MUSIC, RAFFLE PRIZES, AND MORE!
LINKS FOR LIFE RAISES BREAST CANCER AWARENESS AND CELEBRATES LOCAL SURVIVORS WITH THIS FUN COMMUNITY EVENT. ALL NET PROCEEDS RAISED ARE DONATED AND INVESTED DIRECTLY INTO OUR PROGRAMS AND SERVICES. THIS INCLUDES FUNDING DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES SUCH AS MAMMOGRAMS, PROVIDING WIGS AND HEAD COVERINGS, AND OFFERING NUTRITION EDUCATION ALONGSIDE MONTHLY GROCERY CARDS. LINKS ALSO PROVIDES EDUCATION THROUGHOUT KERN COUNTY ON BREAST HEALTH, FREE SUPPORT RESOURCES AND SCREENINGS, AND THE SERVICES AND RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO SURVIVORS AS THEY NAVIGATE THEIR CANCER JOURNEY.
Thank you to our presenting sponsor: California Resources Corporation!
_JOIN LINKS FOR LIFE TO KICK OFF PINKTOBER!_
JOIN LINKS FOR LIFE TO KICK OFF PAINT THE TOWN PINK! AND BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH AT OUR LACE'N IT UP 5K RUN/WALK & 1K CELEBRATION WALK ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026 AT THE PARK AT RIVER WALK. THIS YEAR'S EVENT IS SET TO BE OUR BIGGEST YET - FEATURING SPECIAL SURVIVOR RECOGNITION, LOCAL VENDORS, FOOD & DRINK, MUSIC, RAFFLE PRIZES, AND MORE!
LINKS FOR LIFE RAISES BREAST CANCER AWARENESS AND CELEBRATES LOCAL SURVIVORS WITH THIS FUN COMMUNITY EVENT. ALL NET PROCEEDS RAISED ARE DONATED AND INVESTED DIRECTLY INTO OUR PROGRAMS AND SERVICES. THIS INCLUDES FUNDING DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES SUCH AS MAMMOGRAMS, PROVIDING WIGS AND HEAD COVERINGS, AND OFFERING NUTRITION EDUCATION ALONGSIDE MONTHLY GROCERY CARDS. LINKS ALSO PROVIDES EDUCATION THROUGHOUT KERN COUNTY ON BREAST HEALTH, FREE SUPPORT RESOURCES AND SCREENINGS, AND THE SERVICES AND RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO SURVIVORS AS THEY NAVIGATE THEIR CANCER JOURNEY.
Thank you to our presenting sponsor: California Resources Corporation!
Races
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5K Run/Walk (Timed)
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:30AM PDT)
$38.10
OPENS 01 JUNRunners AND Walkers are welcome to sign up for the 5K! Awards will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in the male and female categories by age. -
Youth (15 & Under) 5K Run/Walk (Timed)
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:30AM PDT)
$16.90
OPENS 01 JUNWe encourage young walkers and runners to participate in the 5K Walk/Run. -
1 K Celebration Walk (Not Timed)
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:30AM PDT)
$38.10
OPENS 01 JUNSurvivors and anyone else are welcome to sign up for the 1k Celebration Walk. It's a great option for families and a leisurely stroll around the lake! -
Youth (15 and Under) 1k Celebration Walk (Not Timed)
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:30AM PDT)
$16.90
OPENS 01 JUNSurvivors and anyone else are welcome to sign up for the 1k Celebration Walk. It's a great option for families and a leisurely stroll around the lake! -
Virtual Supporter
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
OPENS 01 JUNCan't join us in person? Not to worry! You may register as a virtual supporter. Walk/run with us in spirit wherever you may be, or cheer everyone on from afar. This is a great option for those who can't attend but still want to show support for Links for Life and local survivors.
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The Park at Riverwalk, 11298 Stockdale Hwy, Bakersfield, 93311, CA, United States
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