Dia De Los Muertos 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run

The Day of the Dead event at Yokuts Park in Bakersfield is an endurance race that celebrates and honors the lives of those who have passed. Participants can experience a cultural and community-focused celebration through a race that features unique medals, age group awards, and amenities like hoodies, tacos, hot chocolate, and traditional pan dulce. The event includes a chipped-timed race and offers kids' races, folklorico dancing, and music. The race aims to blend athletic challenges with the cultural vibrancy of the Dia de los Muertos holiday.