Runnin' To The Rig

FEB
21
2026
Take a nostalgic run through the historic campus of Bakersfield High School. The event features a 5k run/walk and a 2k walk, with all finishers receiving medals. It's a community fundraiser for the school.
Sat 21 Feb 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Overview

Runnin' To The Rig is a fundraising run/walk event at Bakersfield High School. This is the second edition of the event. The main goal is to build community and raise funds for the school.

Distances

The event includes four registration categories:

  • A 5k run/walk for adults
  • A 5k for BHS staff and students
  • A 5k for kids (13 and under)
  • A 2k walk

Course Details

The 5k course is described as a nostalgic route throughout the historic school campus, finishing near the famous football tunnel in Griffith Stadium. The 2k walk is described as meandering around the campus and through some of the buildings. The walk starts after the run.

Participant Perks

All finishers receive medals. Race t-shirts can be purchased for an extra fee during registration, with a guarantee on sizes only for registrations completed by January 30th. Participants are encouraged to stay after the event for pictures on historic Griffith Field.

Registration & Logistics

Registration fees vary by category. The event offers packet and t-shirt pickup on the Friday before and on the day of the race at the stadium parking lot near Griffith Stadium. The event is located at Bakersfield High School on G Street in Bakersfield, California. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
Adults: Runnin' to the Rig 5k
5 km
Kids: Runnin' to the Rig 5k (13 and Under)
5 km
Bhs Staff & Students: Runnin' to the Rig 5k
Walkin' to the Rig 2k