
HART PARK AFTER WORK 5K and MTB SERIES RACE #2 is a running, road cycling, duathlon, and mountain bike race on September 10, 2026 in Bakersfield, CA, with entry fees from $5 to $35.
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.
Weather
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
93°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
1%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bakersfield 5 Nw, 7 mi from the venue.
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
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at HART PARK AFTER WORK 5K and MTB SERIES RACE #2, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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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.
Run, bike, run. The multi-sport format without the swim. Two disciplines, one race — a great bridge between running and triathlon.
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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