DIA DE LOS MUERTOS HALF MARATHON & 5K RUN/WALK (BAKERSFIELD)
- Date Sun 19th October 2025
- Time 7:00AM PDT
- Location Bakersfield, California
- Price $28.56 - $79.44
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of celebration and community at the Dia de los Muertos Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk in Bakersfield, Kern! On Sunday, October 19, 2025, join us at Yokuts Park for a vibrant event that honors the cherished Mexican holiday, Day of the Dead. Participants can choose between an exhilarating half marathon and a fun-filled 5K run/walk, making it perfect for runners of all levels.
This year, the event features exciting new elements, including a unique medal for all finishers, stylish hoodies (for those registered by October 5th), and a special coffee mug for early registrants. Enjoy a heartwarming atmosphere filled with tacos, hot chocolate, and traditional Dia de los Muertos pan dulce, alongside folklorico dancing and live music. With age group awards for both the half marathon and 5K, plus a $100 cash prize for the fastest male and female half marathon finishers, there's something for everyone. Kids races and a flat, fast course make this event a fantastic experience for the whole family. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate life, remembrance, and community spirit in beautiful Bakersfield!
This year, the event features exciting new elements, including a unique medal for all finishers, stylish hoodies (for those registered by October 5th), and a special coffee mug for early registrants. Enjoy a heartwarming atmosphere filled with tacos, hot chocolate, and traditional Dia de los Muertos pan dulce, alongside folklorico dancing and live music. With age group awards for both the half marathon and 5K, plus a $100 cash prize for the fastest male and female half marathon finishers, there's something for everyone. Kids races and a flat, fast course make this event a fantastic experience for the whole family. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate life, remembrance, and community spirit in beautiful Bakersfield!
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 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5TH). SHIRTS FOR THOSE WHO SIGN UP AFTER!
* COFFEE MUG (IF REGISTERED BY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5TH)
* AGE GROUP AWARDS FOR BOTH 5K & HALF MARATHON!
* $100 CASH TO FIRST MALE/FEMALE IN HALF MARATHON!
* TACOS
* HOT CHOCOLATE
* EVENT GOODIE BAG
* DIA DE LOS MUERTOS PAN DULCE
* DIA DE LOS MUERTOS ALTAR
* 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, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19TH, FROM 5:45-7:45AM @ YOKUTS PARK.
HALF MARATHON START: 7:00AM
KIDS RACES START AT 7:45AM
5K/2 MILE WALK STARTS AT 8:00AM
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 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5TH). SHIRTS FOR THOSE WHO SIGN UP AFTER!
* COFFEE MUG (IF REGISTERED BY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5TH)
* AGE GROUP AWARDS FOR BOTH 5K & HALF MARATHON!
* $100 CASH TO FIRST MALE/FEMALE IN HALF MARATHON!
* TACOS
* HOT CHOCOLATE
* EVENT GOODIE BAG
* DIA DE LOS MUERTOS PAN DULCE
* DIA DE LOS MUERTOS ALTAR
* 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, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19TH, FROM 5:45-7:45AM @ YOKUTS PARK.
HALF MARATHON START: 7:00AM
KIDS RACES START AT 7:45AM
5K/2 MILE WALK STARTS AT 8:00AM
Races
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Dia De Los Muertos Half Marathon
Incl. $5.44 Fee & HOODIES
Sun 19th October 2025 (7:00AM PDT)
$79.44
GUARANTEED HOODIES AND COFFEE MUGS FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER BEFORE OCTOBER 5th. Shirts provided to those who register after. -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $2.56 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 19th October 2025 (7:45AM PDT)
$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. $3.70 Fee & HOODIES
Sun 19th October 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$48.70
GUARANTEED HOODIES and COFFEE MUGS FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER BEFORE OCTOBER 5th. Shirts provided to those who register after. -
2 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.70 Fee & HOODIES
Sun 19th October 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$48.70
NO AGE GROUP AWARDS FOR THE 2 MILE WALK.
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