California · 5K · 1 Mile
Kern Cancer Run/Walk and Festival
Kern Cancer Run/Walk and Festival is a 5K and 1 Mile event held in Bakersfield, California. It was last held on September 12, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Bakersfield, CA
Race details
- Last held
- September 12, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Bakersfield, California
- Distances
- 5K, 1 Mile
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- kerncountycancerrun.org
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed
- Start time
- 8:45 AM PDT
About the Kern Cancer Run/Walk and Festival
Gather your friends, family and coworkers and join us for the 2026 Kern Cancer Run/Walk and Festival at - Riverwalk Park in Bakersfield! This exciting challenge allows you to raise funds and awareness for those battling cancer all while having fun! 100% of the funds will benefit the Kern County Cancer Foundation to assist local patients with medical bills related to cancer treatment as well as assist children with cancer who must travel for treatment. For more information on our programs and se…
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Kern Cancer Run/Walk and Festival: common questions
- When is the Kern Cancer Run/Walk and Festival?
- 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 Kern Cancer Run/Walk and Festival held?
- In Bakersfield, California.
- What distances does the Kern Cancer Run/Walk and Festival offer?
- 5K and 1 Mile.
- How do I register for the Kern Cancer Run/Walk and Festival?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Kern Cancer Run/Walk and Festival?
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed. Listed fee for the longest distance, $20 (from runsignup.com, checked October 20, 2026).
- What time does the Kern Cancer Run/Walk and Festival start?
- 8:45 AM PDT.
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