In 50 days · Sat, Dec 19, 2026
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When
Saturday, December 19th, 2026
Where
The Park at River Walk, Bakersfield CA
Distances
5K
Typical weather
40–60°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years
2025
45–57°F
dry
2024
43–59°F
dry
2023
51–67°F
dry
2022
32–52°F
dry
2021
35–58°F
dry
2020
38–59°F
dry
2019
38–60°F
dry
2018
43–61°F
dry
2017
41–67°F
dry
2016
30–55°F
dry
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About this race
We will be hosting our 8th Annual Bakersfield Jingle Bell Run for Toys for Tots! The Jingle Bell Run will feature a Christmas designed Sweatshirts and Jingle Bells to all registered participants. The hope is to get each runner or walker to bring a new unwrapped toy and for doing so they will be awarded a Santa Hat!
Special Pricing for Kids 9 and Under (Does not include the virtual option), discount automatically applied at checkout.
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