Runnin' To The Rig
- Date Sat 21st February 2026
- Time 8:30AM PST
- Location Bakersfield, California
- Price $11.60 - $64.60
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2nd Annual Runnin' To The Rig 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in beautiful Bakersfield, Kern! This exciting event kicks off with a shotgun start at 8:30 AM, and participants can check in starting at 7:30 AM. Runners will take off from Morrow Field while walkers will enjoy a scenic route beginning on Griffith Field Stadium. This nostalgic 5K course winds through the historic campus, culminating near the iconic football tunnel in Griffith Stadium. For those looking for a shorter distance, a 2K walk will also be available, starting just after the run.
Join us for a day of community spirit and fundraising to support Bakersfield High School. Registration is just $40 per person and includes a medal for all finishers! Plus, be sure to pre-register by January 30th to secure a race t-shirt. After the race, don’t miss the chance to capture memorable moments with friends and family around the historic Griffith Field. Mark your calendars and come be a part of this uplifting event—once a Driller, always a Driller!
Join us for a day of community spirit and fundraising to support Bakersfield High School. Registration is just $40 per person and includes a medal for all finishers! Plus, be sure to pre-register by January 30th to secure a race t-shirt. After the race, don’t miss the chance to capture memorable moments with friends and family around the historic Griffith Field. Mark your calendars and come be a part of this uplifting event—once a Driller, always a Driller!
Organiser's Description
Embrace the BHS Legacy and Join us for our 2nd Ever RUNNIN' TO THE RIG 5K RUN/WALK!
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST - SHOT GUN START AT 8:30AM AND CHECK-IN AT 7:30AM
RUNNERS START ON MORROW FIELD / WALKERS START ON GRIFFITH FIELD STADIUM / EMBRACE THE LEGACY TOUR MEETS AT THE WATER TOWER NEAR THE CONCESSIONS STAND AT GRIFFITH FIELD.
DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION 7AM - 8AM AT CHECK-IN DESK AT TABLE ON MORROW FIELD. COST IS $40/PP
We invite you to participate with us in this FUNdraising endeavor to build community and raise funds. Our 5k course is designed as a nostalgic run/walk throughout our historic campus ending near the famous football tunnel in Griffith Stadium. Our 2K walk will meander around campus and even through some of the buildings. The Walk will start after the Run. Medals given to all finishers!
RACE T-SHIRTS CAN BE PURCHASED DURING REGISTRATION FOR AN EXTRA FEE IF YOU PRE-REGISTER BY JANUARY 30TH. We can not guarantee sizes if you register after January 30th.
Plan to hang around after the race for pictures and selfies on historic Griffith Field.
Don't wait, come join the fun! We are grateful for your support of Bakersfield High School. Go Blue! Once a Driller, Always a Driller!
Bib & T-shirt Pickup
You can pick up your race packet and t-shirt on the parking lot near the Griffith Stadium.
Fri. Feb. 20, 2-6 pm
Sat. Feb. 21, 7-8 am
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST - SHOT GUN START AT 8:30AM AND CHECK-IN AT 7:30AM
RUNNERS START ON MORROW FIELD / WALKERS START ON GRIFFITH FIELD STADIUM / EMBRACE THE LEGACY TOUR MEETS AT THE WATER TOWER NEAR THE CONCESSIONS STAND AT GRIFFITH FIELD.
DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION 7AM - 8AM AT CHECK-IN DESK AT TABLE ON MORROW FIELD. COST IS $40/PP
We invite you to participate with us in this FUNdraising endeavor to build community and raise funds. Our 5k course is designed as a nostalgic run/walk throughout our historic campus ending near the famous football tunnel in Griffith Stadium. Our 2K walk will meander around campus and even through some of the buildings. The Walk will start after the Run. Medals given to all finishers!
RACE T-SHIRTS CAN BE PURCHASED DURING REGISTRATION FOR AN EXTRA FEE IF YOU PRE-REGISTER BY JANUARY 30TH. We can not guarantee sizes if you register after January 30th.
Plan to hang around after the race for pictures and selfies on historic Griffith Field.
Don't wait, come join the fun! We are grateful for your support of Bakersfield High School. Go Blue! Once a Driller, Always a Driller!
Bib & T-shirt Pickup
You can pick up your race packet and t-shirt on the parking lot near the Griffith Stadium.
Fri. Feb. 20, 2-6 pm
Sat. Feb. 21, 7-8 am
Races
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"Embrace the Legacy" Tour Led by 1993 Alumni Ryan Geivet and Current BHS Principal.
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Complimentary T-Shirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (9:00AM PST)
$64.60
OPENS 22 NOVPrivate, Small Group Campus Tour, led by 1993 Alumni Ryan Geivet and current BHS Principal. Private Tour of the Campus: Behind the scenes locations: The Famed Stadium Tunnel, the culinary classroom in Ludden Hall, Back Stage/Basement Green Room/Band Room of Harvey Auditorium, Archiving Room -
Adults: Runnin' to the Rig 5k
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt - Extra Fee
Sat 21st February 2026 (8:30AM PST)
$22.20
OPENS 22 NOVMedals awarded to the first 500 participants. Race T-shirts can be purchase for an additional fee, if purchased by January 30th -
Students: Runnin' to the Rig 5k
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt - Extra Fee
Sat 21st February 2026 (8:30AM PST)
$11.60
OPENS 22 NOVMedals awarded to the first 500 participants. Race T-shirts can be purchase for an additional fee, if purchased by January 30th -
Kids: Runnin' to the Rig 5k (12 and Under)
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt - Extra Fee
Sat 21st February 2026 (8:30AM PST)
$11.60
OPENS 22 NOVMedals awarded to the first 500 participants. Race T-shirts can be purchase for an additional fee, if purchased by January 30th -
Walkin' to the Rig 2k
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt - Extra Fee
Sat 21st February 2026 (8:30AM PST)
$22.20
OPENS 22 NOVA stroll down memory lane through many of the iconic spots on the BHS campus. This fabulous walking tour will feature stops and photo opps in many of the schools beautiful old buildings, and the Harvey Auditorium stage (graced by so many legends since its completion in 1948 - even MLK Jr. in 1960!). Come trace the footsteps of Earl Warren, Frank Gifford, and so many other illustrious Driller alumni! Race T-shirts can be purchase for an additional fee, if purchased by January 30th
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