Bakersfield Marathon - Bakersfield, California - Running

The Bakersfield Marathon is a Running race in Bakersfield, California consisting of a Marathon.

The Annual Bakersfield Marathon is a USATF-certified full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K. This annual, world-class event features the starting line, finish line, and celebration on the California State University, Bakersfield campus. Participants run through dozens of iconic neighborhoods and landmarks including the Stockdale Financial District, Oleander, Downtown Bakersfield, Westchester, Kern County Museum, La Cresta, Bakersfield College, and the striking Panorama Bluffs before returning to the finish line along the scenic Kern River Parkway. Look for music along the course with a live band at the Celebration Beer Garden!

A RACE FOR EVERYONE!
In addition to giving local runners an opportunity to run a Boston-qualifying marathon in their own backyard, we are excited to welcome runners from across the U.S. and around the world. The Bakersfield Marathon has a race for everyone!

We have a scenic Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K! A race for the whole family! Special Rate for our 5k! Children 9 and under receive $25 entry fee automatically during registration.

RACE AMENITIES
Gender Specific Long Sleeve Technical Shirt
Custom Finisher's Medallion
Runner Breakfast
One Free Beer (21+)
Post-race Massage
17 Water/Aid Stations
2 Gel Stations
USATF Boston Qualifier
Race Joy Participant Tracking & Text Results
Personalized Bib
Pace Teams
Expo
Celebration Food & Beer Festival
Live Band
Walker Friendly Course

Although there is no standard age at which a runner should get involved in the sport of running, we recommend runners be at least age 14 for the Marathon, 10 for the Half Marathon, and 6 years old for the Roadrunner 5K Fun Run. Ultimately, it is up to each parent or guardian to adjust our recommended age, higher or lower, depending upon their dependent's ability to participate in our event.

The Bakersfield Marathon is a community event that is geared towards everyone from experienced runners to walkers! The positive energy surrounding The Bakersfield Marathon can carry ANYONE across the finish line. Register today and commit to taking on a new challenge!