Runnin' To The Rig
- Date
- February 20, 2027
- Distance
- "Embrace the Legacy" tour led by 1993 Alumni Ryan Geivet and current BHS Principal. · Runnin' To The Rig 5k · Runnin' To The Rig 5k - S/S & more
From the Organizer
Embrace the BHS Legacy and Join us for our 2nd Runnin' To The Rig 5k Run/Walk!
Saturday, February 21st - Shot Gun Start at 8:30am and Check-in at 7:30am
Runners Start on Morrow Field / Walkers Start on Griffith Field Stadium / Embrace the Legacy Tour meets at the Water Tower near the concessions stand at Griffith Field.
Day of Race Registration 7am - 8am at Check-In Desk at Table on Morrow Field. Cost is $40/pp
We invite you to participate with us in this FUNdraising endeavor to build community and raise funds. Our 5k course is designed as a nostalgic run/walk throughout our historic campus ending near the famous football tunnel in Griffith Stadium. Our 2K walk will meander around campus and even through some of the buildings. The Walk will start after the Run. Medals given to all finishers!
Race T-shirts can be purchased during registration for an extra fee if you pre-register by February 4th.
Plan to hang around after the race for pictures and selfies on historic Griffith Field.
Don't wait, come join the fun! We are grateful for your support of Bakersfield High School. Go Blue! Once a Driller, Always a Driller!
Bib & T-shirt Pickup
You can pick up your race packet and t-shirt at the stadium parking lot near Griffith Stadium.
Fri. Feb. 20, 3:30-6 pm
Sat. Feb. 21, 7-8 am
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
65°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
20%
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
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 Runnin' To The Rig, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Runnin' To The Rig
- Date
- February 20, 2027
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Runnin' To The Rig?
- Runnin' To The Rig is a running race held in Bakersfield, California on February 20, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Runnin' To The Rig?
- Saturday, February 20, 2027 in Bakersfield, California at Bakersfield High School, Bakersfield, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Runnin' To The Rig?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Runnin' To The Rig
Feb 20, 2027