Bakersfield Marathon is Kern County's largest public athletic event, founded in 2016 and produced by the Active Bakersfield Alliance, offering a Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 6K. The race has grown from 1,600 registrants across 20+ states and three continents to nearly 3,000 runners, making it a destination event for Central California's running community. Positioned as a multi-year progressive series through 2026 tied to the Kern County Energy Series, the marathon offers brands long-term visibility and community impact across a growing, loyal audience.