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Sunday, October 4th, 2026
Sam Lynn BallPark, Bakersfield CA
Half · 10K · 5K
62–88°F · low rain risk
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2025
56–76°F
dry
2024
74–105°F
dry
2023
62–93°F
dry
2022
63–93°F
dry
2021
65–94°F
dry
2020
70–100°F
dry
2019
52–79°F
dry
2018
62–77°F
dry
2017
53–80°F
dry
2016
51–72°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Oct 4
Sunny · 71–106°F
Sunday, Oct 4starts near 71°F · 0% chance of rain · wind up to 13 mph
About this race
Overview
THE LAST RACE IN OUR SERIES, JUDGMENT DAY...ONE OF THE BEST COURSES IN THE VALLEY!
Half Marathon Description
- Course Start/Finish: A very scenic course starting & finishing at the historic Sam Lynn Ballpark.
- Trail Description: Run out of the back gate to the paved Kern River trail (East) into the Panorama Vista Preserve for a 3.5-mile loop.
- Challenging Climb: Right turn onto the Alfred Harrell Hwy/China Grade loop with a 1-mile climb to the Panorama Bluffs.
- Finish Line: Continue through Panorama Park along the bluffs with awesome views, finishing back inside the ballpark.
10K Course Description
OUR 10K WAS INTRODUCED IN 2025, AND IT DID NOT DISSAPPOINT!
- Start Location: Starts with the Half Marathon runners inside Sam Lynn Ballpark.
- Course Split: At mile 2.8, the course splits: 10K runners go right and up the 0.40-mile dirt trail.
- Elevation Gain: About 190' elevation gain known as Bluff Hill.
- Finish Line: Sweeping back down to the paved running trail along the Kern River, finishing inside the ballpark.
5K Course Description
- Start/Finish Location: Start & finish from inside Sam Lynn Ballpark.
- Course Type: Out & back course on the Kern River (paved) trail.
- Course Quality: Fast & flat, ideal for runners!
Race Start Times
- Half Marathon & 10K: 7:30 AM
- 5K: 7:40 AM
Aid Stations
- Miles: Aid stations at Miles 1.4, 3.6, 6.1, 7.1, 9.1, 10, and 11.6.
- Restroom Facilities: Porta Potties at Miles 1.5, 3.6, 6.1, 7.1, 10, and 11.5.
What Makes This Event Stand Out?
- Aid Stations: Plenty and fun, going all out for you!
- Live Results: Texted to your phone.
- Breakfast: FREE hot breakfast made fresh.
- Post-Race Fun: Michelob Ultra Beer Garden and DJ music on the course & finish venue.
Awards and Swag
- Awards: Top age group awards and Overall Male & Female awards.
- Swag: Women’s race tank tops and Men’s race short-sleeve shirts.
- Finisher Medals: Awesome finisher medals for all participants.
Event Details
Join us for the Judgment Day Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Run/Walk on October 4, 2026, at Sam Lynn Ballpark, Bakersfield, CA. For more information and registration, visit here.
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