Sep 09, 2026
OCTOBER 3
Lace’n It Up 5K Run & Walk Celebration
Kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a morning dedicated to celebrating survivors, honoring those impacted by breast cancer, and raising critical funds to support Links for Life’s free programs and services right here in Kern County. Sign up today!
8:30 AM
The Park at Riverwalk
11298 Stockdale Hwy.
Bakersfield, CA 93311
661-322-5601
https://linksforlife.org/linksevents/
2nd Annual Tehachapi Breast Cancer Awareness Walk
The City of Tehachapi’s second Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, where participants can enjoy a free health fair and a two-mile walk through Downtown Tehachapi, offering a meaningful opportunity to come together in support of breast cancer awareness.
8 AM – 12 PM
Railroad Park
East Tehachapi Blvd. & South Robinson St.
Tehachapi, CA
661-822-2200
https://www.liveuptehachapi.com/
Heroes 4 HEARTS & Buddy Walk
Hosted by H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection Family Empowerment Center, this fun-filled community event celebrates inclusion, acceptance, and the incredible individuals with disabilities who inspire us every day. Join families, friends, and community supporters as they come together to raise awareness and support programs that empower children with disabilities and their families throughout Kern County.
9 AM – 2 PM
Yokuts Park
4200 Empire Drive
Bakersfield, CA 93309
661-328-9055
https://heartsconnection.org/
OCTOBER 10
9th Annual Running with the Angels 5K Run & Walk
Honoring Angel Babies gone too soon while raising awareness for pregnancy and infant loss. All proceeds will be donated to the Noel Alexandria Foundation to continue to provide free educational, emotional, and financial resources to families who have been affected by pregnancy and infant loss.
7 AM – 12 PM
The Park at River Walk
11298 Stockdale Hwy
Bakersfield, CA 93311
661-379-7162
https://www.noelalexandriafoundation.org/
OCTOBER 17
SCREAMER RUN Part II
Join AdaptiSport’s Halloween-themed fundraiser featuring a Kids Trick-or-Treat Run, 5K, and virtual run. Enjoy spooky race routes, costumes, music, prizes, vendors, and family-friendly fun while supporting a more inclusive and accessible future for our community.
6:30 PM
CSUB Alumni Park
9001 Stockdale Highway
Bakersfield, CA 93311
info@healththroughwholeness.org
https://www.adaptisport.com/
NAMI Walks Kern County
This free, family-friendly event brings our community together to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support everyone impacted by mental health challenges. Friendly dogs are welcome.
9 AM - 12 PM
The Park at River Walk
11298 Stockdale Hwy.
Bakersfield, CA 93311
661-331-6137
sharonwoolfolk730@gmail.com
https://www.namiwalks.org/kerncounty
Kern DSN’s DreamFest
Formerly known as Kern DSN’s Walk for a Million Dreams. Celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month with a joyful day of walking, connection, inclusion, and recognition of the incredible abilities and contributions of individuals with Down syndrome.
9 AM - 3 PM
Stramler Park
4003 Chester Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93301
661-246-3200
https://kerndsn.org/
OCTOBER 24
Kern CASA Superhero Run
Gather the family and come dressed as your favorite superhero for CASA’s Superhero Run! This annual event features superhero guest appearances, mascot dance-off, costume contests, vendor booths, raffle prizes, music, food, and more! Individuals, families, and teams can help “give a child a voice” by signing up for the 2K, 5K, or 10K.
7 AM – 11 AM
The Park at Riverwalk
11200 Stockdale Hwy
Bakersfield, CA 93311
661-631-2272
https://kerncasa.org/superhero-run/
OCTOBER 31
Nightmare on Hart Park Lane: Haunted 5K Trail Run
Foothill Cross Country is hosting a 5K with three races: High School Girls, High School Boys, and an All Ages division. Enjoy food and drink vendors plus a trunk‑or‑treat for kids. Bring the family for a fun, community‑focused day.
7 AM – 3 PM
Hart Memorial Park
8000 River Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93308
https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Bakersfield/FoothillPresentsNightmareOnHartParkLane5K
Walk to End Alzheimer's: Bakersfield
Bringing the community together to honor those affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias while raising funds for care, support, and research. Participants can walk, volunteer, donate, and show their support for a future without Alzheimer's. The event welcomes individuals, families, caregivers, and advocates united in the fight against this disease.
9 AM
The Park at River Walk
11298 Stockdale Hwy
Bakersfield, CA 93311
(661) 330-8307
bakersfieldwalk@alz.org
DATE NOT CONFIRMED
3rd Annual North Kern Run/Walk Delano 2026
Come one, come all! Presented by Adventist Health, this event brings funding and awareness to the various cancer diagnoses and encourages our entire community to support local patients. Let’s get moving!
8 AM – 12 PM
Delano Heritage Park Museum
330 S. Lexington Street
Delano, CA 93215
https://kerncountycancerfoundation.org/event/north-kern-run-walk/
