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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5k Run/Walk | 5K | Oct 25, 20269:00 AM | $45$50 after Oct 13, 2026 | – |
| Kids Run(NOT TIMED) | Kids | Oct 25, 20269:00 AM | $25 | – |
| Virtual RunVirtual | – | Oct 25, 20269:00 AM | $45 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $50 on Oct 13, 2026.
Online registration closes Oct 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $45, entry is about 22 percent above a typical 5K in California, which costs $37 right now.
A typical finisher at a 5K in Bakersfield runs 38:06, about 12:16 a mile, based on 24 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:10 and men in 33:26.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:10 AM, and the 5k Run/Walk starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 290 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
The Park at River Walk, Bakersfield, CA 93311
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Aggregated from official results (California Timing) for Bakersfield Monster Mash Dash. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 26:49 or better, the top quarter in 31:38, and half the field in 39:12; the last tenth came in after 57:33.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 24:29 | 22:05 |
| 20-29 | 26:11 | 24:50 |
| 30-39 | 26:54 | 22:13 |
| 40-49 | 27:21 | 27:47 |
| 50-59 | 25:33 | 24:48 |
| 60-69 | 31:26 | 25:04 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Up 168 percent since 2021.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2021 to 2025, the field went from 196 to 526 finishers, and the median time dropped from 43:46 to 39:12.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 526 (+4%) | 39:12 | under 26:49 | 18:15 |
| 2024 | 507 (+17%) | 39:44 | under 26:35 | 17:37 |
| 2023 | 433 (+67%) | 39:44 | under 25:50 | 17:23 |
| 2022 | 259 (+32%) | 41:11 | under 26:54 | 17:07 |
| 2021 | 196 | 43:46 | under 26:28 | 17:32 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
Slower than most California 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:38, against 30:43 in a typical California 5K, so times here run 3 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around October 25 the day usually runs from 52°F at dawn to 78°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 1% of days. Cold snaps dip to 46°F and hot years reach 87°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Bakersfield Monster Mash Dash cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Packet Pickup | Saturday, Oct 24th. F45 Training Seven Oaks: 9000 Ming Ave K10, Bakersfield, CA 93311. 3:00pm to 5:00pm. You may also pick up on event morning. Event Day Schedule | Sunday, Oct 25th. 8:00am Late Packet Pickup. 8:45am…
Shirt and medal
Each participant will receive: ~HUGE custom GLOW in the DARK finisher's medallion! ~All Children will receive a custom Trick-or-Treat bag! ~ GLOW in the DARK Event shirt! ~Treats for kids and adults! ~Decorated Course. ~Halloween Music…
Shirt and medal
Awards
Age Group awards for 5k ONLY! No timing or awards for the kid's event, although they receive a glow in the dark finisher medal and event shirt. Age group awards for our timed 5k: 10 and Under, 11 - 19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59…
Rules and FAQ
What are the award categories and when will they be handed out? Awards will be presented in an on-site awards ceremony. Age Groups(3 Deep): 0-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. Overall Winners(Male and Female) will be…
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Welcome to Bakersfield’s Halloween Run, our Monster Mash Dash 5K Run/Walk and Little Monster Dash! This Halloween-themed annual race is an event that you won't want to miss and we guarantee you will experience a spooktacular fun time! Wear a Costume and be in our Costume Contest! Largest Group Award!
Our Charity Partner for the Monster Mash Dash is Kern County Youth and Family Resource Centers.