HART PARK AFTER HOURS SERIES
HART PARK AFTER HOURS SERIES is a running, road cycling, and mountain bike race on September 3–24, 2026 in Bakersfield, CA, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- September 3–24, 2026 (42 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sports
- RunningRoad CyclingMountain Bike
From the Organizer
🏁 Hart Park After Hours Series
Part of the RSCR series
Presented by Team Action Dad
Get off work and get after it.
The Hart Park After Hours Series is a 4-week, Thursday night race series in the heart of Bakersfield at Hart Memorial Park. This laid-back but competitive series features alternating weekly events—mountain biking and 5K running—designed for all fitness levels.
Whether you're chasing a podium, building fitness, or just looking for something fun to do after work, this series delivers a fast, social, and family-friendly race environment.
📅 Series Schedule (Thursdays)
Sept 3 – MTB
Sept 10 – 5K Run
Sept 17 – MTB
Sept 24 – 5K Run
⏱️ Start Times
September Events: 6:15 PM
Races start on time. Please arrive early to check in.
🚴 MTB Format
Short track style course (approx. 1–2 mile loop)
20 minutes + 1 lap
Beginner to advanced riders welcome
🏃 5K Run
Fast, fun 5K course
Mass start
Great for all levels—from first-timers to competitive runners
👨👩👧👦 Who It’s For
Mountain bikers
Runners
Families and kids
Anyone looking for a fun, active Thursday night
🏆 Series Info
Points awarded each race
Compete in individual disciplines or both
Overall awards at the final event
🎉 The Vibe
This isn’t just a race—it’s a weekly hangout.
Expect music, community, and a fun atmosphere at the start/finish each week.
⚠️ Additional Info
Helmets required for MTB
Please bring lights for later season events (especially October)
Limited daylight—events will run on schedule
Come out, bring your crew, and make Thursday nights at Hart Park part of your routine.
After work. All out.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
94°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
1%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bakersfield 5 Nw, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bakersfield, CA
Population
408,366
as of 2023
City Elevation
379 ft
Nearest Airport
BFL
Meadows Field · 8 mi
Major Hub
BUR
Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport · 86 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at HART PARK AFTER HOURS SERIES, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
42
Days to train
- Race
- HART PARK AFTER HOURS SERIES
- Date
- September 3–24, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Road Cycling
Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.
Mountain Bike
Mountain bike races take place on singletrack trails and natural terrain — dirt, roots, rocks, and forest roads. Mountain biking rewards skill as much as fitness.
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HART PARK AFTER HOURS SERIES
Sep 3, 2026