TACO FUN RUN- BAKERSFIELD
- Date Sat 15th August 2026
- Time 6:45AM PDT
- Location Bakersfield, California
- Price Free - $59.80
- Races 3 races
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Event summary
Get ready for the TACO FUN RUN in Bakersfield, Kern, on Saturday, August 15, 2026! This exciting event is a celebration of fitness and family fun, featuring a competitive 6K run (3.72 miles), a leisurely 2-mile walk, and delightful kids' races. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out with the family, there’s something for everyone!
Participants can look forward to delicious tacos, refreshing agua fresca, and a unique medal for all finishers. Plus, those who register by July 31st will receive an exclusive pint glass and free registration for kids' races! Awards will be presented to the top five male and female finishers, along with age group awards for 6K participants. Join us for a fantastic day filled with great music, community spirit, and of course, tacos! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience!
Participants can look forward to delicious tacos, refreshing agua fresca, and a unique medal for all finishers. Plus, those who register by July 31st will receive an exclusive pint glass and free registration for kids' races! Awards will be presented to the top five male and female finishers, along with age group awards for 6K participants. Join us for a fantastic day filled with great music, community spirit, and of course, tacos! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience!
Organiser's Description
I RUN FOR TACOS! 1ST ANNUAL TACO 6K RUN! GOOD, FAMILY, FRIENDLY FUN EVENT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! WELL HAVE A FUN/COMPETITIVE 6K (3.72 MILE), A FUN 2 MILE WALK AND KIDS RACES!
WE HAVE ADDED A 2 MILE SPEED WALK! TOP 5 MALE/FEMALE GET AWARDS! A FEW REASONS TO JOIN OUR EVENT:
* DELICIOUS TACOS
* AGUA FRESCA
* UNIQUE MEDAL
* EXTRA MEDAL (REYES RUNNING SERIES)
* PINT GLASS (MUST BE REGISTERED BY FRIDAY, JULY 31ST)
* FREE KIDS RUN REGISTRATION! (MUST BE REGISTERED BY FRIDAY, JULY 31ST)
* AGE GROUP AWARDS
* KIDS RACES
* 6K RUN/WALK OR 2 MILE WALK
* GREAT RUNNING COURSE
* MUSIC
* FUN!
6K PARTICIPANTS GET AWARDS IF PLACING TOP 3 IN AGE GROUP AWARDS (<19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+)
2 MILE IS A WALK EVENT, NO AGE GROUP OR TOP FINISHERS AWARDS FOR THIS EVENT!
BIB PICK UP:
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15TH @ YOKUTS PARK, BAKERSFIELD (BIB PICK UP ONLY ON RACE DAY): 5:45-6:45AM
6K/2 MILE- START- 7:00AM
KIDS RACES- 6:45AM
KIDS RACES:
11-12 YRS OLD- 600M
7-10 YRS OLD- 400M
5-6 YRS OLD- 200M
3-4 YRS OLD-100M
1-2 YRS OLD- 50 M
WE HAVE ADDED A 2 MILE SPEED WALK! TOP 5 MALE/FEMALE GET AWARDS! A FEW REASONS TO JOIN OUR EVENT:
* DELICIOUS TACOS
* AGUA FRESCA
* UNIQUE MEDAL
* EXTRA MEDAL (REYES RUNNING SERIES)
* PINT GLASS (MUST BE REGISTERED BY FRIDAY, JULY 31ST)
* FREE KIDS RUN REGISTRATION! (MUST BE REGISTERED BY FRIDAY, JULY 31ST)
* AGE GROUP AWARDS
* KIDS RACES
* 6K RUN/WALK OR 2 MILE WALK
* GREAT RUNNING COURSE
* MUSIC
* FUN!
6K PARTICIPANTS GET AWARDS IF PLACING TOP 3 IN AGE GROUP AWARDS (<19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+)
2 MILE IS A WALK EVENT, NO AGE GROUP OR TOP FINISHERS AWARDS FOR THIS EVENT!
BIB PICK UP:
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15TH @ YOKUTS PARK, BAKERSFIELD (BIB PICK UP ONLY ON RACE DAY): 5:45-6:45AM
6K/2 MILE- START- 7:00AM
KIDS RACES- 6:45AM
KIDS RACES:
11-12 YRS OLD- 600M
7-10 YRS OLD- 400M
5-6 YRS OLD- 200M
3-4 YRS OLD-100M
1-2 YRS OLD- 50 M
Races
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Taco 6k Run
Incl. $4.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th August 2026 (7:00AM PDT)
$59.80
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2 Mile Speed Walk
Incl. $4.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th August 2026 (7:00AM PDT)
$59.80
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Kids Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 15th August 2026 (6:45AM PDT)
Free
KIDS RACES: 11-12 YRS OLD- 600M 7-10 YRS OLD- 400M 5-6 YRS OLD- 200M 3-4 YRS OLD-100M 1-2 YRS OLD- 50 M
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Location
4200 Empire Dr, Bakersfield, 93309, CA, United States
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