Yokuts Park, Bakersfield CA
Saturday, October 24th, 2026
🎉 Join Us for a Vibrant Celebration of Life and Remembrance!
Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a cherished Mexican holiday that honors and celebrates the lives of those who have passed away. Families gather to create colorful altars, share stories, and remember their loved ones with joy and gratitude. This unique race at Yokuts Park in Bakersfield invites you to participate in a heartfelt celebration filled with culture, community, and connection.
🏃♂️ DIA DE LOS MUERTOS HALF MARATHON!! A FEW REASONS TO JOIN OUR EVENT:
- UNIQUE MEDAL: Celebrate your achievement with a one-of-a-kind medal.
- HOODIES FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS: Available if registered by Sunday, October 5th. Shirts for those who sign up after!
- COFFEE MUG: Get a special mug if registered by Sunday, October 5th.
- AGE GROUP AWARDS: Recognitions for both 5K & Half Marathon participants!
- $100 CASH: Awarded to the first male and female in the Half Marathon!
- 30 OZ COFFEE TUMBLER: For the top 10 overall in the Half Marathon!
- TACOS: Enjoy delicious tacos at the event!
- HOT CHOCOLATE: Warm up with some hot chocolate!
- EVENT GOODIE BAG: A special bag of goodies for all participants!
- DIA DE LOS MUERTOS PAN DULCE: Treat yourself to traditional pan dulce!
- DIA DE LOS MUERTOS ALTAR: Experience the beautiful altar at the event!
- FLAT/FAST COURSE: Enjoy a great racing experience on a flat and fast course!
- KIDS RACES: Fun races specially designed for kids!
- FOLKLORICO DANCING: Immerse yourself in the cultural performance!
- CHIPPED TIMED EVENT: Accurate timing for a competitive edge!
- MUSIC: Enjoy lively music throughout the event!
- FUN!!: Join us for a joyful experience!
📍 RACE LOCATION
YOKUTS PARK @ 4200 Empire Dr. Bakersfield, Ca 93309
🗓️ BIB PICK UP/LATE REGISTRATION
It's ONLY on race day, SAT, OCTOBER 24TH, from 5:45-7:45AM @ Yokuts Park.
⏰ RACE SCHEDULE
HALF MARATHON START: 7:00AM
KIDS RACES START AT: 7:45AM
5K/2 MILE WALK STARTS AT: 8:00AM
🔗 Register Now!
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