Bidwell Classic Half Marathon
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Event details
The Bidwell Classic is scheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2026, in Lower Bidwell Park at Sycamore Field, Chico, CA. The event offers three distances:
- 5K Run/Walk
- 10k Run/Walk
- Half Marathon
A portion of entry fees supports local high school cross country programs. Registered half marathon finishers receive finisher medals. Cash prizes are offered to the top male and female in each race. Age-group awards are given to the top three in each age group and gender (age groups: 14 and under; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 and over).
Logistics and course
Packet pickup is available at Fleet Feet Chico (241 Main St., Chico) on the day before the race and during a limited window on race morning. To guarantee a 2026 race shirt in the requested size, registration must be completed by February 6, 2026; shirts after that date are subject to availability.
The 5k and 10k courses are flat, paved, and free of traffic. The half marathon includes two short single-track trail sections, about a quarter mile on each loop. All events start and finish at the One Mile Recreation Area in Lower Bidwell Park. Timing is provided by Bizz Johnson Racing using gun start and chip finish; participants must cross the timing mat for their chip to be read. Aid stations and restrooms are located on course, with multiple stations for each distance. Rules include no dogs on the course and headphones allowed only in one ear. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.