Bakersfield Marathon
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Event overview
The Pre-Registration Bakersfield Marathon 2027 takes place on Sunday March 21 and Monday March 22, 2027 in Bakersfield, CA (93301). The event is based at the Kern County Museum, 3801 Chester Ave, Bakersfield. The marathon course is USATF certified and is eligible for Boston qualification. Races are routed through downtown Bakersfield.
Distances and amenities
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 6K
- Kids Run
Listed race amenities include gender-specific runner shirts (not guaranteed for registrations less than one month before the event), a custom finisher medallion, and a personalized bib for those who register a month or more in advance. The event provides 15 water/aid stations, three gel stations on the full marathon and one gel station on the half marathon, a runner breakfast, and one complimentary beer for participants aged 21 and over. The finish area includes food and a beer festival. A Health and Fitness Expo is associated with the event. The full marathon course is described as walker-friendly with a 16 minute per mile pace allowance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
