Judgment Day Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sun 5th October 2025
- Time 7:30AM PDT
- Location Bakersfield, California
- Price $54.00 - $85.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable race experience at the Judgment Day Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Run/Walk taking place on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in the scenic Bakersfield, Kern. This highly anticipated event features a stunning half marathon course that starts and finishes at the historic Sam Lynn Ballpark, guiding runners through picturesque trails along the Kern River and into the breathtaking Panorama Vista Preserve.
Participants can choose from three exciting race distances: the challenging half marathon, a 10K, or a fun 5K that meanders along the paved Kern River Trail. The half marathon, commencing at 7:30 AM, promises an exhilarating experience with a thrilling uphill climb to the Panorama Bluffs, rewarding runners with panoramic views as they race back down to the finish line. Plus, the first 100 registered participants will receive exclusive merchandise from Freedom Running Brand! With ample aid stations, interactive race day experiences, and a post-race celebration featuring a Michelob Ultra beer garden, this event is not just about the race—it's a whole day of fun, community, and celebration. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this fantastic event!
Participants can choose from three exciting race distances: the challenging half marathon, a 10K, or a fun 5K that meanders along the paved Kern River Trail. The half marathon, commencing at 7:30 AM, promises an exhilarating experience with a thrilling uphill climb to the Panorama Bluffs, rewarding runners with panoramic views as they race back down to the finish line. Plus, the first 100 registered participants will receive exclusive merchandise from Freedom Running Brand! With ample aid stations, interactive race day experiences, and a post-race celebration featuring a Michelob Ultra beer garden, this event is not just about the race—it's a whole day of fun, community, and celebration. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this fantastic event!
Organiser's Description
ONE OF THE BEST HALF MARATHON COURSES IN THE VALLEY!
THIS IS A VERY SCENIC COURSE. IT WILL START & FINISH AT THE HISTORIC SAM LYNN BALLPARK. YOU WILL RUN OUT THE BACK GATE TO THE PAVED KERN RIVER TRAIL (EAST) INTO THE PANORAMA VISTA PRESERVE (DIRT TRAILS) FOR A 3.5 MILE LOOP, AND THEN BACK ONTO THE KERN RIVER TRAIL TO CHINA GRADE ROAD. RUNNERS WILL TURN RIGHT ONTO THE ALFRED HARRELL HWY/CHINA GRADE LOOP (CLOSED ROAD) - YES THAT'S A CHALLENGING 1 MILE CLIMB UP TO THE PANORAMA BLUFFS, BUT EVERYONE LOVES IT, AND JUDGMENT DAY WOULDN'T BE THE SAME WITHOUT IT! ONCE AT THE TOP, YOU WILL CONTINUE THROUGH PANORAMA PARK ALONG THE BLUFFS WITH AWESOME VISTA VIEWS, BEFORE SWEEPING BACK DOWN TO THE PAVED RUNNING TRAIL ALONG THE KERN RIVER, AND FINISHING BACK INSIDE THE BALLPARK.
THIS COURSE HAS EVERYTHING - START/FINISH ON GRASS, PAVED TRAILS, DIRT TRAILS, PAVED (CLOSED) ROADS, AN UPHILL, A DOWNHILL, AND LOTS OF FUN!!
HALF MARATHON START TIME: 7:30AM
5K START TIME: 7:50AM
AID STATIONS AT MILES: 1.4, 3.6, 6.1, 7.1, 9.1, 10, AND 11.6.
PORTA POTTIES AT MILES: 1.5, 3.6, 6.1, 7.1, 10, AND 11.5
5K COURSE DESCRIPTION:
START & FINISH FROM INSIDE SAM LYNN BALLPARK, IT'S AN OUT & BACK ON THE KERN RIVER (PAVED) TRAIL.
THIS RACE CONCLUDES OUR RUN THE VALLEY HALF MARATHON SERIES!!
WHAT MAKES THIS EVENT STAND OUT?
*
1ST 100 REGISTERED WILL ADDITIONALLY RECEIVE FREE MERCH FROM FREEDOM RUNNING BRAND!
* PLENTY OF AID STATIONS, AND THEY ARE FUN AND GO ALL OUT FOR YOU!!
* INTERACTIVE RACE DAY EXPERIENCE WITH RACEJOY
* LIVE RESULTS TEXTED TO PHONE
* FREE HOT BREAKFAST, MADE FRESH
* FREE LA ROSA'S FRUIT BARS
* FREE RACE PHOTOS
* POST RACE MICHELOB ULTRA BEER GARDEN (AGE 21+)
* WATER, ELECTROLIT, AND GU, ON THE COURSE
* DJ MUSIC ON THE COURSE & FINISH VENUE
* TOP AGE GROUP AWARDS
* OVERALL MALE & FEMALE AWARDS
* WOMEN'S RACE TANK TOPS
* MEN'S RACE SHORT-SLEEVE SHIRT
* AWESOME HALF MARATHON & 5K FINISHER'S MEDALS
THIS IS A VERY SCENIC COURSE. IT WILL START & FINISH AT THE HISTORIC SAM LYNN BALLPARK. YOU WILL RUN OUT THE BACK GATE TO THE PAVED KERN RIVER TRAIL (EAST) INTO THE PANORAMA VISTA PRESERVE (DIRT TRAILS) FOR A 3.5 MILE LOOP, AND THEN BACK ONTO THE KERN RIVER TRAIL TO CHINA GRADE ROAD. RUNNERS WILL TURN RIGHT ONTO THE ALFRED HARRELL HWY/CHINA GRADE LOOP (CLOSED ROAD) - YES THAT'S A CHALLENGING 1 MILE CLIMB UP TO THE PANORAMA BLUFFS, BUT EVERYONE LOVES IT, AND JUDGMENT DAY WOULDN'T BE THE SAME WITHOUT IT! ONCE AT THE TOP, YOU WILL CONTINUE THROUGH PANORAMA PARK ALONG THE BLUFFS WITH AWESOME VISTA VIEWS, BEFORE SWEEPING BACK DOWN TO THE PAVED RUNNING TRAIL ALONG THE KERN RIVER, AND FINISHING BACK INSIDE THE BALLPARK.
THIS COURSE HAS EVERYTHING - START/FINISH ON GRASS, PAVED TRAILS, DIRT TRAILS, PAVED (CLOSED) ROADS, AN UPHILL, A DOWNHILL, AND LOTS OF FUN!!
HALF MARATHON START TIME: 7:30AM
5K START TIME: 7:50AM
AID STATIONS AT MILES: 1.4, 3.6, 6.1, 7.1, 9.1, 10, AND 11.6.
PORTA POTTIES AT MILES: 1.5, 3.6, 6.1, 7.1, 10, AND 11.5
5K COURSE DESCRIPTION:
START & FINISH FROM INSIDE SAM LYNN BALLPARK, IT'S AN OUT & BACK ON THE KERN RIVER (PAVED) TRAIL.
THIS RACE CONCLUDES OUR RUN THE VALLEY HALF MARATHON SERIES!!
WHAT MAKES THIS EVENT STAND OUT?
*
1ST 100 REGISTERED WILL ADDITIONALLY RECEIVE FREE MERCH FROM FREEDOM RUNNING BRAND!
* PLENTY OF AID STATIONS, AND THEY ARE FUN AND GO ALL OUT FOR YOU!!
* INTERACTIVE RACE DAY EXPERIENCE WITH RACEJOY
* LIVE RESULTS TEXTED TO PHONE
* FREE HOT BREAKFAST, MADE FRESH
* FREE LA ROSA'S FRUIT BARS
* FREE RACE PHOTOS
* POST RACE MICHELOB ULTRA BEER GARDEN (AGE 21+)
* WATER, ELECTROLIT, AND GU, ON THE COURSE
* DJ MUSIC ON THE COURSE & FINISH VENUE
* TOP AGE GROUP AWARDS
* OVERALL MALE & FEMALE AWARDS
* WOMEN'S RACE TANK TOPS
* MEN'S RACE SHORT-SLEEVE SHIRT
* AWESOME HALF MARATHON & 5K FINISHER'S MEDALS
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $5.80 Fee & Women's Tank Top or Men's (Unisex) Short-Sleeve Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (7:30AM PDT)
$85.80
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10K Run/Walk
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Women's Tank Top or Men's (Unisex) Short-Sleeve Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (7:30AM PDT)
$69.90
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Women's Tank Top or Men's (Unisex) Short-Sleeve Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (7:40AM PDT)
$54.00
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Virtual Half Marathon
Incl. $5.80 Fee & Women's Tank Top or Men's (Unisex) Short Sleeve Shirt
$85.80
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