Dia De Los Reyes Magos Half Marathon & 5k - Bakersfield

Race Overview

"Dia de los Reyes Magos" or 3 wise men day is a very important Mexican celebration! On January 6th, kids are expected to receive presents from the "Reyes Magos" and families get together to share the "Rosca de Reyes" or sweet bread and drink some hot chocolate! This "Rosca de Reyes" bread contains inside several baby Jesus. It's the tradition that whoever gets the baby Jesus is expected to bring tamales and hot chocolate on February 2nd! Join us at this celebration for a morning of family fun at the Dia De Los Reyes Magos Half Marathon and 5k.

Event Highlights

• UNIQUE MEDALS: Special medals for participants.
• AGE GROUP UNIQUE AWARDS: For both 5K and Half Marathon participants.
• HOODIES: Available for those who register before December 15th, shirts for late registrants.
• TACOS: Enjoy delicious tacos at the event.
• HOT CHOCOLATE: A warm drink to accompany the celebrations.
• $100 AWARD: To the first male and female in the Half Marathon.
• ROSCA DE REYES SWEET BREAD: Traditional bread for all participants.
• FAST COURSE: A flat, paved, out and back route.
• ATHENA, CLYDESDALE CATEGORIES: Special categories and age group awards.
• KIDS RACES: Fun races for children.
• FOLKLORICO: Cultural performances to enjoy.
• MUSIC: Live music adds to the festive atmosphere.

Race Details

Race Location: Yokuts Park, 4200 Empire Dr, Bakersfield, California, 93309

Bib Pick Up: Only on race day, from 6:45 AM to 8:45 AM at Yokuts Park

Half Marathon Start Time: 8:00 AM

Kids Races Start Time: 8:45 AM

5K Race Start Time: 9:00 AM

Note: No awards/medals will be mailed after the event. Please check results on race day and make sure you take your award if you received one.

More Information

For more details, visit the official race page: Dia De Los Reyes Magos Half Marathon & 5K.