Fog Run
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Event overview
The Fog Run is the 36th annual running event presented by the Probation Auxiliary County of Kern. It takes place on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Lake Ming in Bakersfield, California. The event offers in-person and remote participation.
- 5K Run
- 10K Run
- Virtual Run
Details
The race location is 6299 Lake Ming Road, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Proceeds benefit the Kern County Probation Department's Helping Hands program. Helping Hands provides scholarships, vocational training, mentoring, clothing, hygiene products, and other basic needs for at-risk youth.
Packet pickup is scheduled as follows: Thursday, January 8, 2026, 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at the Kern County Probation Department (2005 Ridge Rd., Bakersfield); Friday, January 9, 2026, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Orangetheory Fitness (12838 Stockdale Hwy, Suites 4A-1 & 4A-2, Bakersfield); and race-day check-in/packet pickup on January 10, 2026, from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM at Lake Ming. The event will occur rain or shine. The course runs near the lake and includes views of the surrounding mountains. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
