Louis Duarte's Breast Cancer Awareness 5k 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Bakersfield, California
- Entry fee
- From $70
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hart Park Breast Cancer Awareness 5k | 5K | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | $70 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $70 until Oct 10.
Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $70, entry is about 89 percent above a typical 5K in California, which costs $37 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
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.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:56 AM, and the Hart Park Breast Cancer Awareness 5k starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,100 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
6957 Lake Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 10 the day usually runs from 62°F at dawn to 85°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 4% of days. Cold snaps dip to 51°F and hot years reach 96°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.
Race details
- Where
- 6957 Lake Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,100 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 10, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Louis Duarte's Breast Cancer Awareness 5k?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $70 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $70, entry is about 89 percent above a typical 5K in California, which costs $37 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 6957 Lake Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308.
From the organizers
Join us for the Louis Duarte Breast Cancer Awareness 5K at Hart Park! Whether you’re an experienced runner, a casual jogger, or simply looking to support a meaningful cause, this event is for you.
What Your Registration Includes
Your registration includes an official Louis Duarte Breast Cancer Awareness 5K performance T-shirt, a custom finisher medal, a complimentary Bentley Bowl meal, refreshments, event swag and giveaways, a race bib, and access to all post-race festivities, sponsor booths, music, and community activities. Every participant will receive an unforgettable race-day experience while helping support an important cause.