DIA DE LOS MUERTOS HALF MARATHON & 5K RUN/WALK (BAKERSFIELD)
- Date Fri 30th October 2026
- Time 4:00PM PDT
- Location Bakersfield, California
- Price $28.00 - $89.48
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration at the Dia de los Muertos Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk in Bakersfield, California, on October 30, 2026! This vibrant event at Yokuts Park honors the cherished Mexican holiday, Día de los Muertos, which is all about celebrating the lives of those who have passed. Join families and friends as we gather for a day filled with culture, community, and connection.
Participants can choose from exciting race distances, including a challenging half marathon, a fun 5K, or a spirited 2-mile speed walk. With a flat and fast course, this event promises a great experience for runners of all levels. Enjoy unique medals, hoodies, and fun goodies like tacos and hot chocolate while you celebrate life and remembrance. Kids will also have their own races, ensuring fun for the whole family! With awards for the top finishers and plenty of entertainment, including folklorico dancing and music, this is more than just a race—it's a festive gathering that you won't want to miss! Mark your calendars and join us for a day of joy and gratitude!
Participants can choose from exciting race distances, including a challenging half marathon, a fun 5K, or a spirited 2-mile speed walk. With a flat and fast course, this event promises a great experience for runners of all levels. Enjoy unique medals, hoodies, and fun goodies like tacos and hot chocolate while you celebrate life and remembrance. Kids will also have their own races, ensuring fun for the whole family! With awards for the top finishers and plenty of entertainment, including folklorico dancing and music, this is more than just a race—it's a festive gathering that you won't want to miss! Mark your calendars and join us for a day of joy and gratitude!
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.
WE HAVE ADDED A 2 MILE SPEED WALK! TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE GET AWARDS!
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!
* 30 OZ COFFEE TUMBLER FOR TOP 5 OVERALL IN THE 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, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30TH, FROM 3:00-4:45PM @ YOKUTS PARK.
HALF MARATHON START: 4:00PM
KIDS RACES START AT 4:45PM
5K/2 MILE WALK STARTS AT 5:00PM
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.
WE HAVE ADDED A 2 MILE SPEED WALK! TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE GET AWARDS!
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!
* 30 OZ COFFEE TUMBLER FOR TOP 5 OVERALL IN THE 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, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30TH, FROM 3:00-4:45PM @ YOKUTS PARK.
HALF MARATHON START: 4:00PM
KIDS RACES START AT 4:45PM
5K/2 MILE WALK STARTS AT 5:00PM
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $6.48 Fee & HOODIES
Fri 30th October 2026 (4:00PM PDT)
$89.48
GUARANTEED HOODIES AND COFFEE MUGS FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER BEFORE OCTOBER 5th. Shirts provided to those who register after. -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 30th October 2026 (4:45PM PDT)
$28.00
7-10 YRS OLD- 400MTS 5-6 YRS OLD- 200MTS 3-4 YRS OLD- 100MTS 1-2 YRS OLD- 50MTS UNDER 1- 10MTS -
5k Run/Walk
Incl. $4.50 Fee & Shirts
Fri 30th October 2026 (5:00PM PDT)
$54.50
GUARANTEED HOODIES and COFFEE MUGS FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER BEFORE OCTOBER 5th. Shirts provided to those who register after. -
2 Mile Speed Walk
Incl. $4.50 Fee & Shirts
Fri 30th October 2026 (5:00PM PDT)
$54.50
NO AGE GROUP AWARDS FOR THE 2 MILE WALK.
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