2026 Ashland Monster Dash Run for Education
- Date Tue 20th October 2026 - Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 8:45AM PDT
- Location Ashland, Oregon
- Price $20.08 - $27.50
- Races 6 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for the 18th Annual Ashland Monster Dash Run for Education, taking place from October 20th to October 31st, 2026, in the picturesque town of Ashland, Jackson. This exciting event offers you the choice to participate either in-person at Lithia Park on Saturday, October 24th, or virtually at your own pace anytime during the event window. Join your community in this fun and spirited race that supports grants for Ashland Public Schools through the Ashland Schools Foundation, which funded over 125 grant requests last year alone!
Participants can choose from three thrilling race distances: a 1-Mile fun run, a 5K, and a 10K, with start times of 10:45 AM, 9:00 AM, and 8:45 AM respectively. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to get involved, the Monster Dash is perfect for everyone, especially with youth registrations at just $10! Don't miss the chance to snag a race t-shirt, participate in contests for prizes, and explore our online auction running throughout the event. Gather your family and friends, lace up your running shoes, and join us for this fantastic celebration of community, fitness,
Participants can choose from three thrilling race distances: a 1-Mile fun run, a 5K, and a 10K, with start times of 10:45 AM, 9:00 AM, and 8:45 AM respectively. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to get involved, the Monster Dash is perfect for everyone, especially with youth registrations at just $10! Don't miss the chance to snag a race t-shirt, participate in contests for prizes, and explore our online auction running throughout the event. Gather your family and friends, lace up your running shoes, and join us for this fantastic celebration of community, fitness,
Organiser's Description
THE 18TH ANNUAL MONSTER DASH RUN FOR EDUCATION CAN BE RUN EITHER IN-PERSON OR VIRTUALLY!
Either way, it's going to be awesome. This race support grants in ASHLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS through the Ashland Schools Foundation (ASF). In 2025-26, ASF funded over 125 grant requests from local teachers and administrators. Now, we're counting on YOU (and your family, and friends, and neighbors...) to register for this year's Monster Dash and ensure it's bigger than ever!
SEE THE EVENT WEBSITE FOR DETAILS ON BOTH THE IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL EVENTS: WWW.ASHLANDMONSTERDASH.COM [http://www.ashlandmonsterdash.com]
HOW TO REGISTER...
STEP 1: Decide if you'll be racing in-person (at Lithia Park on Saturday, Oct 24th), or doing your own virtual race between Oct 20th and 31st. _Prices are the same for either option. Youth 18 and under are ALWAYS just $10 per race!_
STEP 2: Decide which distance you'll be registering for (1-Mile, 5K, 10K).
10K START TIME: 8:45am
5K START TIME: 9:00am
1-MILE START TIME: 10:45am
STEP 3: Click SIGN UP button at the top of the page to register yourself AND your family members all at one time (you'll save money on fees). NOTE: Signup for in-person races will end at 8am on Race Day. There will not be registration available at the race on race day.
STEP 4: _Don't forget the extras during registration!_ Order race t-shirts (must pre-order by Oct 10th) or make a donation to our school grants fund!
STEP 5: Follow the directions in your follow-up email regarding Packet Pickup (for all runners), and uploading your race time (for virtual runners).
STEP 6: Show up and run your race! Whether you're running on race day in Lithia Park, or with friends and family for your own personal Monster Dash, _HAVE FUN!_
And don't forget to enter our CONTESTS for prizes!
Plus, anyone can bid on our ONLINE AUCTION items (open Oct 1st through 31st) so check it out and spread the word!
Either way, it's going to be awesome. This race support grants in ASHLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS through the Ashland Schools Foundation (ASF). In 2025-26, ASF funded over 125 grant requests from local teachers and administrators. Now, we're counting on YOU (and your family, and friends, and neighbors...) to register for this year's Monster Dash and ensure it's bigger than ever!
SEE THE EVENT WEBSITE FOR DETAILS ON BOTH THE IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL EVENTS: WWW.ASHLANDMONSTERDASH.COM [http://www.ashlandmonsterdash.com]
HOW TO REGISTER...
STEP 1: Decide if you'll be racing in-person (at Lithia Park on Saturday, Oct 24th), or doing your own virtual race between Oct 20th and 31st. _Prices are the same for either option. Youth 18 and under are ALWAYS just $10 per race!_
STEP 2: Decide which distance you'll be registering for (1-Mile, 5K, 10K).
10K START TIME: 8:45am
5K START TIME: 9:00am
1-MILE START TIME: 10:45am
STEP 3: Click SIGN UP button at the top of the page to register yourself AND your family members all at one time (you'll save money on fees). NOTE: Signup for in-person races will end at 8am on Race Day. There will not be registration available at the race on race day.
STEP 4: _Don't forget the extras during registration!_ Order race t-shirts (must pre-order by Oct 10th) or make a donation to our school grants fund!
STEP 5: Follow the directions in your follow-up email regarding Packet Pickup (for all runners), and uploading your race time (for virtual runners).
STEP 6: Show up and run your race! Whether you're running on race day in Lithia Park, or with friends and family for your own personal Monster Dash, _HAVE FUN!_
And don't forget to enter our CONTESTS for prizes!
Plus, anyone can bid on our ONLINE AUCTION items (open Oct 1st through 31st) so check it out and spread the word!
Races
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In Person Mile
Incl. $2.08 Fee
Sat 24th October 2026 (10:45AM PDT)
$20.08
OPENS 17 AUGThe Mile Fun Run will be held at 10:45am. Race Start/Finish is in Lithia Park, Ashland just below the band shell. -
In Person 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 24th October 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$27.50
OPENS 17 AUGThe 5K Race will be held at 9:00am. Race Start/Finish is in the parking lot on Granite St just across from the Lantern Hill Rd intersection. -
In Person 1ok
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:45AM PDT)
$27.50
OPENS 17 AUGThe 10K Race will be held at 8:45am. Race Start/Finish is in Lithia Park, Ashland just below the band shell. -
Virtual Mile
Incl. $2.08 Fee
$20.08
OPENS 17 AUGThe route you run is up to you! We will have some suggested routes for the mile and 5K on our website. No prizes will be awarded based on times for VIRTUAL RUNNERS as there is no way to verify times. You can run your race any time, but you will be able to upload your times to the race site from Oct 20 - Oct 31. -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
OPENS 17 AUGThe route you run is up to you! We will have some suggested routes for the mile and 5K on our website. No prizes will be awarded based on times for VIRTUAL RUNNERS as there is no way to verify times. You can run your race any time, but you will be able to upload your times to the race site from Oct 20 - Oct 31. -
Virtual 10k
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
OPENS 17 AUGThe route you run is up to you! We will have some suggested routes for the mile and 5K on our website. No prizes will be awarded based on times for VIRTUAL RUNNERS as there is no way to verify times. You can run your race any time, but you will be able to upload your times to the race site from Oct 20 - Oct 31.
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