California · 5K · 10K
Bakersfield Waffle Run
Bakersfield Waffle Run is a 5K and 10K event held in Bakersfield, California. It was last held on September 26, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 300 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Bakersfield, CA
- Field size
- ~300 runners
Race details
- Last held
- September 26, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Bakersfield, California
- Distances
- 5K, 10K
- Field size
- About 300 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: not announced
About the Bakersfield Waffle Run
Event Itinerary 6:00 am Set Up 6:45 am Check-in and Packet Pickup 6:50 am Pictures 7:15 am Welcome & Announcements 7:30 am 10K Run Start Time 7:40 am 5K Run Start Time 11:45 am Closing Announcements The 5K and 10K routes share the same start. Clearly marked turnaround signs will indicate when to split. 5K runners will hit 1 water station at the midway point. 10K runners will have access to 3 water stations spaced throughout the route.
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Bakersfield Waffle Run: common questions
- When is the Bakersfield Waffle Run?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Bakersfield Waffle Run held?
- In Bakersfield, California.
- What distances does the Bakersfield Waffle Run offer?
- 5K and 10K.
- How many people run the Bakersfield Waffle Run?
- About 300 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Bakersfield Waffle Run?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Bakersfield Waffle Run?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: not announced.
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