Bimbo Global Race - Los Angeles

The Bimbo Global Race is Back at the

ROSE BOWL STADIUM

We are excited to be heading back to Pasadena this year to host our race at one of the most iconic sports venues in the U.S., Rose Bowl Stadium. Our in-person Bimbo Global Race will kick off directly outside the famous stadium marquee heading out onto the picturesque tree-lined streets of Pasadena, looping around the Brookside Golf Course, with our photo finish right out in front of the stadium. 

About the Bimbo Global Race 

This is our 10th edition to host our Global race which was created to unite participants across the World to compete together. Our Global race is for everyone: competitive runners, casual walkers, families, friends and everyday joggers looking to come out and participate in Bimbo's healthy, active lifestyle initiative. It is truly a global event; in 2016, Bimbo Global Race (formally known as Global Energy Race) broke the Guinness Book of World Records for the most 10K races held simultaneously worldwide on the same day!

In addition to this Global happening, Bimbo Bakeries USA is proud to partner with Feeding America® and their local area food banks during the month of September (Hunger Action Month) to give back during these times of need and support the local community. For every individual who participates in this year's race, Bimbo Bakeries will donate bread to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. Every step helps feed someone in need to nourish a better World.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• Will there be gear check on race day?

  • Yes, we will have a bag check onsite at the festival area for participants. We suggest you arrive early to ensure your have enough time for packet pickup and bag drop.

• Can someone else pickup my packet on Saturday (09/27)?

  • Yes, we do allow packet pickup assistance. If you're picking up from someone else, you'll be required to have their signed waiver (printed copy) to redeem their bib. Additionally, make sure to share your bib assignment with the individual who will be assisting with pickup to expedite the process.

• • To make things smoother, we are requiring all participants to sign a physical copy of a race waiver and recommend you print and bring a signed waiver with you. Lots of you signed up groups for the event, so we'll need you to get a signed waiver from those you're picking up for, as well as a photo copy of their ID. We will have paper waivers onsite, but recommend you print and sign them ahead of time to make pick up lightning fast.

• Are pets allowed on course?

  • Unfortunately, no pets allowed on race day to ensure safety of participants.

• Can we use strollers on course? 

  • Yes, we do allow strollers in the 5K (only) but we ask that participants line up at the back of the start line and stay to the far right while on course to ensure the safety of participants. 

• Are there time limits for each race?

  • Yes, we do have race time limitations. Our 10K race is an elite competition with a maximum time per race: 10K - 15min/mile. If you do not complete 3.1miles in under 50 minutes you will be turned in early to finish. The 5K has a cap of 30 min/mile 

• Are there awards by age?

  • We do not offer age awards. We do give out awards to the top (3) 10K finishers along with the top 10K finisher award (male/female), a trip for two to participate in next year's 2026 Bimbo Global Race. All participants will receive a commemorative finishers medal! 

• Can I transfer my registration if I'm unable to attend? 

  • Yes, we do allow registration transfers while registration is still open. Once registration closes, we are unable to accommodate transfers. 

• Can you register onsite on race day?

  • No, we are not offering onsite registration due to this being a sold out event.

Download the First Place (10K) rules to review the full details of the award consisting of a trip for two to run the 2026 edition of the Bimbo Global Race. 

Whether you're a past participant or new to our Bimbo Global Race series, check out our highlight videos from the 2024 U.S. edition of Bimbo Global Race!

BIMBO® 2025 Global Race Donation Program
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
 
 
By participating in the BIMBO® 2025 Global Race Donation Program (the “Program”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. 
 
Eligibility: Program is open to legal residents of the United States and the District of Columbia who are 13 years of age or older (excluding residents of the states of Alabama, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Mississippi and South Carolina). Eligible minors must obtain their parents’ or legal guardians’ consent prior to participating. Void in the states of Alabama, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Mississippi, South Carolina and where prohibited by law. All applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations apply.
 
Program Dates & Overview: Program starts and ends on September 28th (“Program Period”). 
 
How to Participate: Throughout the Program Period, Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. (“BBU”) will donate twenty (20) slices of bread for each eligible 5k & 10k Bimbo Global Race (“Race”)  registration to Feeding America, with a maximum donation of 210,000 slices of bread donated. Participants can sign up for the 5k or 10k Race at (runsignup.com/bimboglobalracelosangeles) Limit of one (1) race registration per person. There is no cost to sign up for and participate in the Race. Donation to Feeding America will be made within thirty (30) days from the end date of the Program Period. Information concerning Feeding America, including financial, licensing or charitable purpose may be obtained, without cost, by visiting www.feedingamerica.org or writing to: Feeding America, 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60601. 
 
Important Note to AL, HI, IL, MA, MS & SC Residents: As mentioned above, residents of the states of Alabama, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Mississippi and South Carolina are encouraged to register for an eligible Race, however, their participation/registration in an eligible Race will not affect the amount of bread slices being donated.
 
General Conditions: BBU, Feeding America, participating supermarkets, clubs and convenience store channels and their respective parent companies, affiliates, subsidiaries, distributors, and advertising and promotion agencies and (collectively, the “Released Parties”) are not responsible for lost, late, incomplete, inaccurate, or delayed purchases, availability or accessibility or miscommunications or technical failure or jumbled, scrambled, delayed, or misdirected transmissions or other errors or problems of any kind. Should any portion of the offer be, in BBU’s sole opinion, compromised by non-authorized human intervention or other causes which, in the sole opinion of BBU, corrupt or impair the administration, security, fairness or submission of information, BBU reserves the right at its sole discretion to terminate the Program if the human intervention was caused by Feeding America or a Feeding America employee, officer, or director. By participating, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and the decisions of BBU which are final and binding. 
 
Disputes: Except where prohibited, participant agrees that: (a) any and all disputes, claims and causes of action arising out of, or connected with, the Program shall be resolved individually, without resort to any form of class action, and exclusively by the appropriate court located in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; (b) any and all claims, judgments and awards shall be limited to actual out-of-pocket costs incurred, including costs associated with participating in the Program, and in no event shall participant be entitled to receive attorneys’ fees or other legal costs or expenses unless expressly stated otherwise in the contract between BBU and Feeding America; and (c) Participant waives the right to claim any damages whatsoever, including, but not limited to, punitive, consequential, direct, or indirect damages. All issues and questions concerning the construction, validity, interpretation and enforceability of these Terms and Conditions, participant’s rights and obligations, or the rights and obligations of BBU in connection with the Program, shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 
 
Charitable Organization: Feeding America, 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60601. Tel: 1 (800) 771-2303.
 
Provided By: Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc., 255 Business Center Dr., Horsham, PA 19044.

Activities
The Bimbo Global Race festival area at Rose Bowl Stadium will feature a host of pre-race offerings including complimentary food and a pre-race hosted warm-up and live DJ to motivate the crowd. Make sure to head back to the festival area post-race to enjoy the recovery zone activities (yoga, massages, cooling stretches), refueling snack stations, kids zone with face paint, balloon artists, music, and much more!

Location

Rose Bowl Stadium

1001 Rose Bowl Drive

Pasadena, CA 91103

(*This race is being held in-person)

Schedule

9/27: Packet Pickup Rose Bowl Stadium (additional details to be announced)

   12pm - 5pm – Packet Pick Up/Check-In

9/28: Race Day *start time subject to change
   6:30am – Packet Pick Up/Check-In
   8:30am– 10K Start Time
   9:30am- 5K Start Time

Awards ceremony to follow completion of the 10K (Est. 9:15am)

Course Description
Runners get the enjoy the peaceful streets of Pasadena on Sunday September 28th, taking in the beautiful surroundings outside the iconic stadium.

10K Distance - This distance is an elite competition. The 10K Run/Walk will start a 8:30am in front of the Rose Bowl on Arroyo Blvd with the participants running through the Rose Bowl concourse first and continues around the Brookside Golf Course. 10K participants will run 2 loops of the full course and finish in front of the Rose Bowl in Lot F. Participants will need to finish the first loop (5K/3.1 miles) by 9:20am (50 minutes) or they will not be allowed to continue and will be directed to the finish line. Race pace for the 10K is 15/min mile or under. 

*If you are not able to compete at this pace we recommend you register for the 5K. 

5K Distance- The 5K will start at 9:30am in front of the Rose Bowl. The 5K will have 5-7 wave starts to ensure safety and the best possible participant experience on course. The course will follow the same route as above but make one single loop. Final Course Map will be uploaded ahead of race day.

*Bimbo Global Race does not allow any dogs on course or in festival areas for safety purposes. Strollers are permitted but we ask for them to be lined up at the back of the start chute & stay to the right to not impede runners on course.

Parking & Transportation

Free Parking will be available in Lot H on a first come basis and at the lower lot (Lot I) in front of The Aquatics Center (679 N Arroyo Blvd Pasadena, CA 91103) on Race Day. These lots have limited spots so we recommend you carpool with your friends and family and arrive early. 

For public transportation options please visit: Rose Bowl Stadium Transit Guide.

Prizing/Awards
Male and Female first-place 10K winners will receive a trip for two (2) to run the 2026 edition of Bimbo Global Race in the selected host city (TBD location). First place prize is based on gun time (not chip time). Prize rules can be downloaded here. In addition to our top award, trophies will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in the Men’s and Women’s 10K. All 10K & 5K participants who cross the finish line will receive a Bimbo Global Race medal!

*Bimbo Global Race does not provide age group awards. 

Participant Pack

All registered participants will receive a race packet that includes:

• Tech running shirt

• 10th anniversary medal (with race distance)

• 10th anniversary drawstring backpack

• Running headband

• Running wristband

• Complimentary food coupon

Packet Pickup
Packet pickup for our in-person race at Rose Bowl will be offered for our LA registered participants only. Packet Pickup will be open at the Rose Bowl on Saturday, September 27th (exact location and timing TBA).

(*Packet pickup will be available at Rose Bowl on race day (09/28) starting at 6:30am. We encourage participants to arrive early.) 

Gear Check
Gear check will be available onsite on race day for participants. They will receive a tear off gear tag on their bibs to drop their belongings prior to race. Please come early if you plan on using gear check to avoid lines.

In addition to our great participant items, Bimbo Bakeries will be donating twenty (20) slices of bread for each eligible 5K & 10K registration to Feeding America with a maximum donation of 210,000 slices. For complete donation program terms click here. It's simple, You Run, We Donate. Make sure to register today to help this amazing cause and be part of the movement to set people in motion.