Foothill Presents: Nightmare on Hart Park Lane 5K 2026 — Bakersfield, CA

Date
October 31, 2026
Location
Bakersfield, CA
Venue
8000 River Rd
Start Time
7:00 AM
Sunrise
7:17 AM
Entry Fee
$45.00
Events
5K Halloween Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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At $45.00, Foothill Presents: Nightmare on Hart Park Lane 5K takes place on October 31, 2026, in Bakersfield, California, at 8000 River Rd. The 5K running race starts at 7:00 AM.

From the Race Organizer
The Foothill Cross Country Team is putting on a 5K race at Hart Park on October 31st. There will be 3 races taking place: a High School Girls Race, a High School Boys Race, and an All Ages Race. Every Person who signed up for the all ages race will receive a medal and a T-Shirt to commemorate the race. The top 10 for both High School races will also receive a medal. There will be food and drink vendors on location as well as a trunk or treat for the kids. Please bring your families out to participate in this fun-filled day!

Course & Travel Notes

In October, Bakersfield typically experiences average highs of 80°F and average lows of 54°F, with measurable precipitation on 5% of days. The Nightmare on Hart Park Lane 5K takes place at 348 ft elevation with a 7:00 AM start time, which is before the 7:17 AM sunrise. Meadows Field (BFL) is the nearest airport, located 10.8 miles from the venue.

⛰️ 348 ft elevation☀️ Typically 80°F / 54°F · 5% chance of rain✈️ Meadows Field (BFL) — 10.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Foothill Presents: Nightmare on Hart Park Lane 5K 2026 — Bakersfield, CA?

Foothill Presents: Nightmare on Hart Park Lane 5K 2026 — Bakersfield, CA takes place on October 31, 2026. The race is held in Bakersfield, California.

Where is Foothill Presents: Nightmare on Hart Park Lane 5K 2026 — Bakersfield, CA held?

Foothill Presents: Nightmare on Hart Park Lane 5K 2026 — Bakersfield, CA is held at 8000 River Rd in Bakersfield, California.

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