
HART PARK AFTER WORK 5K and MTB SERIES RACE 1 was a running, road cycling, and mountain bike race held on September 3, 2026 in Bakersfield, CA, with entry fees from $5 to $25.
This race has already happened.
It was held on September 3, 2026. Registration for this edition is closed.
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 –
Sept 10 –
Sept 17 –
Sept 24 –
⏱️ 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.
Come out, bring your crew, and make Thursday nights at Hart Park part of your routine.
After work. All out.
Host City
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
Race Complete
HART PARK AFTER WORK 5K and MTB SERIES RACE 1 was held on September 3, 2026 at 4100 Alfred Harrell Hwy, Bakersfield, CA. Registration for this edition is closed — but there is always another start line.
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From Endurance Grid
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.
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.
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 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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