TACO FUN RUN- BAKERSFIELD
- Date
- August 15, 2026
- Location
- 4200 Empire Dr, Bakersfield, CA
- Distance
- TACO 6K RUN · 2 MILE SPEED WALK · KIDS RUN
From the Organizer
“I RUN FOR TACOS”! 1ST ANNUAL TACO 6K RUN! Good, family, friendly fun event for the whole family! We’ll have a fun/competitive 6k (3.72 mile), a fun 2 mile walk and kids races!
WE HAVE ADDED A 2 MILE SPEED WALK! TOP 5 MALE/FEMALE GET AWARDS! A few reasons to join our event:
- Delicious TACOS
- Agua Fresca
- Unique medal
- EXTRA medal (Reyes Running Series)
- Age group awards
- Kids races
- 6K Run/Walk or 2 mile walk
- Great running course
- Music
- Fun!
6K participants get awards if placing top 3 in age group awards (<19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+)
2 mile is a walk event, NO age group or top finishers awards for this event!
BIB PICK UP:
SATURDAY, August 15th @ YOKUTS PARK, BAKERSFIELD (BIB PICK UP ONLY ON RACE DAY): 5:45-6:45AM
6K/2 MILE- START- 7:00AM
KIDS RACES- 6:45AM
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
96°
Typical Low
69°
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
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 TACO FUN RUN- BAKERSFIELD, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- TACO FUN RUN- BAKERSFIELD
- Date
- August 15, 2026
- Location
- 4200 Empire Dr, Bakersfield, CA
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the TACO FUN RUN- BAKERSFIELD?
- TACO FUN RUN- BAKERSFIELD is a running race held in Bakersfield, California on August 15, 2026. 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 TACO FUN RUN- BAKERSFIELD?
- Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Bakersfield, California at 4200 Empire Dr, Bakersfield, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the TACO FUN RUN- BAKERSFIELD?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
TACO FUN RUN- BAKERSFIELD
Aug 15, 2026