BAKERSFIELD DIA DE LOS MUERTOS HALF MARATHON & 5K RUN/WALK
- Date Sat 25th October 2025
- Time 7:45AM EST
- Location Bakersfield, California
- Price $28.56 - $79.44
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Join us for the Bakersfield Dia de los Muertos Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the scenic Yokuts Park in Bakersfield, Kern. This vibrant event celebrates the cherished Mexican holiday, Dia de los Muertos, honoring and remembering loved ones with joy and gratitude. Participants can choose between the exhilarating half marathon or the fun-filled 5K run/walk, making it perfect for all fitness levels.
Experience a unique race atmosphere filled with culture, community, and connection! Enjoy delightful perks such as a distinctive medal, hoodies for participants registered by October 12th, age group award trophies, and delicious treats like tacos, hot chocolate, and traditional Pan Dulce. The flat and fast course ensures a great race experience, while the festive ambiance features Folklorico dancing, music, and plenty of fun activities for the whole family. Don't miss out on this heartfelt celebration at Yokuts Park, where the spirit of remembrance meets the thrill of running!
Experience a unique race atmosphere filled with culture, community, and connection! Enjoy delightful perks such as a distinctive medal, hoodies for participants registered by October 12th, age group award trophies, and delicious treats like tacos, hot chocolate, and traditional Pan Dulce. The flat and fast course ensures a great race experience, while the festive ambiance features Folklorico dancing, music, and plenty of fun activities for the whole family. Don't miss out on this heartfelt celebration at Yokuts Park, where the spirit of remembrance meets the thrill of running!
Organiser's 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
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
Races
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Dia De Los Muertos Half Marathon
Incl. $5.44 Fee & HOODIES
Sat 25th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$79.44
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Kids Fun Run
Incl. $2.56 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th October 2025 (7:45AM EDT)
$28.56
7-10 YRS OLD- 400MTS 5-6 YRS OLD- 200MTS 3-4 YRS OLD- 100MTS 1-2 YRS OLD- 50MTS UNDER 1- 10MTS -
Dia De Los Muertos 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.16 Fee & HOODIES
Sat 25th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$39.16
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2 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.16 Fee & HOODIES
Sat 25th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$39.16
NO AGE GROUP AWARDS FOR THE 2 MILE WALK
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