Bakersfield Jingle Bell Run
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Bakersfield Jingle Bell Run for Toys for Tots
The Bakersfield Jingle Bell Run for Toys for Tots is scheduled for Saturday, December 19, 2026, in Bakersfield, CA at The Park at River Walk. This will be the event's eighth annual edition. Registration includes Christmas-themed items for registered participants and options for virtual participation.
Events
- 5K Run/Walk
- 1 Mile Walk
- Virtual Run
- Late Comers 5K (no finisher's medal)
Logistics and amenities
Packet pickup and toy drop-off are available the day before at F45 Seven Oaks (9000 Ming Avenue, Ste. K9) and on the morning of the event at The Park at River Walk. Participants who bring a new, unwrapped toy or donate funds receive a Santa hat. All registered participants receive jingle bells and a Christmas-themed sweatshirt; there is also a holiday goodie at the finish line. The 5K is a timed event with age group awards; the walk is not timed. Artificial snow effects are planned at the start and finish. Dogs are not allowed; strollers are permitted. Special pricing applies for children 9 and under (does not include the virtual option). The event has a no-refund policy and proceeds rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
