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Bakersfield Monster Mash Dash
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.
Available Distances
Awards & Prizes
Glow in the Dark Finisher Medal & Shirt
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. 60 - 69. 70 and over Strollers are welcome! Due to runner's safety do not bring dogs on the course. Race goes on rain or shine. No refunds.
Participant Giveaway
3.1 Miles: T-Shirt
0.25 Miles: T-Shirt
Virtual Run: T-Shirt
Registration & Pricing
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 Miles | $35.00 | Oct 31 | Aug 18 |
| $40.00 | Aug 18 | Sep 15 | |
| $45.00 | Sep 15 | Oct 13 | |
| $50.00 | Oct 13 | Oct 26 | |
| 0.25 Miles | $25.00 | Oct 31 | Oct 26 |
| Virtual Run | $45.00 | Oct 31 | Oct 26 |
Packet Pickup
Past Results
5K
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 525 | 39:12 | 18:15 |
| 2024 | 507 | 39:44 | 17:37 |
| 2023 | 433 | 39:44 | 17:23 |
| 2022 | 259 | 41:11 | 17:07 |
| 2021 | 196 | 43:46 | 17:32 |
| 2019 | 199 | 41:42 | 19:54 |
Interested in this race?