Bakersfield Turkey Day Run

Thu, Nov 26, 2026, 8:00 AM PST

Location: Bakersfield, CA; The Park at River Walk, 11298 Stockdale, 93311
Type: RUN

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Kick off your Thanksgiving with a festive 3.1-mile run at The Park at River Walk, featuring free parking and a special discount for kids.

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Kids & Youth

Celebrate Thanksgiving with the 10th annual Bakersfield Turkey Day Run, a 3.1-mile event in Bakersfield, CA. This festive run welcomes all ages, offering a special discount for participants aged 9 and under. Enjoy a morning at The Park at River Walk with the convenience of free parking, making for a smooth start to your holiday festivities.

What to expect

Enjoy a 3.1-mile run at The Park at River Walk.
A special discount is available for runners aged 9 and under.
Benefit from convenient free parking on race day.

Standout details

10th annual event
Kids 9 and under run at a discount
Free parking available
Thanksgiving Day tradition

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Thu, Nov 26, 8:00 AM PST · From $39.10
Opens Dec 3, 2025, 11:49 PM PST · Closes Jul 30, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
3.1 Miles
Thu, Nov 26, 8:00 AM PST · From $39.10
Opens Dec 4, 2025, 11:49 AM PST · Closes Jul 30, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
3.1 Miles
Thu, Nov 26, 8:00 AM PST · From $55.00
Opens Dec 2, 2025, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Nov 26, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

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From the organizer

Welcome to the 10th annual Bakersfield Turkey Day Run! Special discount for ages 9 and under automatically applied during registration!

Event takes place at The Park at River Walk. FREE PARKING!

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