The Church Bell Run™ – The Run for the Ones We Miss

Friday, August 1 – Monday, September 22, 2025 Past event
Bakersfield, California
$28.88 · 1 race
5km

Event summary

Join us for The Church Bell Run™, a heartfelt virtual event taking place from August 1 to September 22, 2025, in Bakersfield, Kern. This unique 5K is more than just a race; it’s a personal tribute that allows participants to honor and remember loved ones who are dearly missed. When the church bell chimes in your area, it's your cue to start running—not for speed, but for reflection and remembrance. Each runner will receive a customized shirt featuring the name of their loved one, keeping their memory close to the heart during this special journey.

Participants can choose their own course and run at their own pace throughout the summer, making it a flexible and meaningful experience. Whether you're running solo or with family and friends, the Church Bell Run provides a beautiful opportunity to celebrate the lives of those we cherish. Don’t miss this chance to create lasting memories while connecting with your community in a truly uplifting way!

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  • The Church Bell Runtrade mark 5k

    Virtual

    Incl. $2.58 Fee & Select Female or Male image, Shirt Color & Size. Honoree printed

    Enter your loved ones name in the Honoree field. It will be printed on your event shirt.

    Friday, Aug 1, 2025

    $28.88

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Organiser's description

THE CHURCH BELL RUNTRADE MARK IS NOT JUST A 5KITS A PERSONAL TRIBUTE. AN OPPORTUNITY TO RUN IN MEMORY OF SOMEONE YOU LOVE AND MISS.

When a Church Bell chimes in your area, your run beginsnot for speed, but for remembranceas if God Himself, or a loved one beyond, is ringing out the call to begin. Your loved ones name will be printed on your customized shirt, close to your heart as you run.

Choose your own course and run anytime this summer. Let the sound of the bell be your starting guna moment to reflect and remember.

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THIS RUN ISNT ABOUT PACE.
ITS ABOUT WHO YOURE RUNNING FOR.

Location

Bakersfield area, Bakersfield, 93380, CA, United States

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