Monster Dash 5K at The Bates Motel - Presented by Nolan Painting Inc.
- Date Sat 25th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Glen Mills, Pennsylvania
- Price $33.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun at the Monster Dash 5K at The Bates Motel on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in Glen Mills, Delaware! This family-friendly event invites participants of all ages to don their favorite Halloween costumes and join in the excitement. Featuring a thrilling 5K multi-surface cross country course that winds through the scenic Arasapha Farms and the hauntingly fun Bates Motel Haunted Hayride, this race promises a unique experience for both seasoned runners and casual walkers.
In addition to the 5K, there’s a 1-mile untimed race perfect for families looking to enjoy the festive atmosphere together. Each registration includes a commemorative t-shirt, and awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, including a special Monster Costume Contest for the best-dressed participants. Don't miss this chance to support the Edgmont Township Fire Company No.1 while enjoying a delightful day filled with holiday spirit and community camaraderie. Mark your calendars and join us for a memorable race day that’s sure to be a highlight of your October festivities!
In addition to the 5K, there’s a 1-mile untimed race perfect for families looking to enjoy the festive atmosphere together. Each registration includes a commemorative t-shirt, and awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, including a special Monster Costume Contest for the best-dressed participants. Don't miss this chance to support the Edgmont Township Fire Company No.1 while enjoying a delightful day filled with holiday spirit and community camaraderie. Mark your calendars and join us for a memorable race day that’s sure to be a highlight of your October festivities!
Organiser's Description
Join us for spooktacular holiday fun this October! Join the family-friendly Monster Dash 5K at The Bates Motel in Delaware County, Edgmont, PA! Come dressed in your Halloween Costume for an extra dash of holiday spirit! Runners of all ages are welcome, all terrain strollers only please. All proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the Edgmont Township Fire Company No.1 [https://edgmontfire.org/]!
2025 RACE OFFERINGS!
5K: This multi-surface cross country course rolls through the beautiful Arasapha Farms and The Bates Motel Haunted Hayride. Registration includes a chipped bib for race results timing and a commemorative t-shirt. Awards will be given to the top 1st, 2nd, 3rd place overall male and female (Specific award to be determined). Divisional Medals will be awarded to each 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female. What a fantastic NEW race course last year! It will be the same!
1 MILE: This multi-surface course will primarily run through The Bates Motel Haunted Hayride path, and loop the top of the property. This course will not go the back of the property through the Christmas tree farm. Registration includes a commemorative t-shirt. This will be an untimed race but families are welcome to run or walk.
COSTUME RULES FOR ALL AGES: In order to keep all families safe please do not wear masks. The carrying of swords etc of any kind will not be permitted. Runners must run in closed toed shoes. Spiked running shoes are permitted. Please be mindful of costume _length_ so as to be safe when running.
MONSTER COSTUME CONTEST! Best dressed Halloween costume contest will be awarded to two individual participants, one themed group (i.e. Toy Story) and two youth (under age 12) Specific award to be determined!
_PACKET PICK UP: OCTOBER 23RD @EDGMONT FIRE COMPANY FROM 4:30-6:00PM *In order to help reduce lines on race day we enouicrage you to pick up your shirt and bib before. You are welcome to pick up for others. If you are not able to pick up your shirt and bib pre registration pick up will be open by 7:30am on race day._
_*EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE* _
2025 RACE OFFERINGS!
5K: This multi-surface cross country course rolls through the beautiful Arasapha Farms and The Bates Motel Haunted Hayride. Registration includes a chipped bib for race results timing and a commemorative t-shirt. Awards will be given to the top 1st, 2nd, 3rd place overall male and female (Specific award to be determined). Divisional Medals will be awarded to each 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female. What a fantastic NEW race course last year! It will be the same!
1 MILE: This multi-surface course will primarily run through The Bates Motel Haunted Hayride path, and loop the top of the property. This course will not go the back of the property through the Christmas tree farm. Registration includes a commemorative t-shirt. This will be an untimed race but families are welcome to run or walk.
COSTUME RULES FOR ALL AGES: In order to keep all families safe please do not wear masks. The carrying of swords etc of any kind will not be permitted. Runners must run in closed toed shoes. Spiked running shoes are permitted. Please be mindful of costume _length_ so as to be safe when running.
MONSTER COSTUME CONTEST! Best dressed Halloween costume contest will be awarded to two individual participants, one themed group (i.e. Toy Story) and two youth (under age 12) Specific award to be determined!
_PACKET PICK UP: OCTOBER 23RD @EDGMONT FIRE COMPANY FROM 4:30-6:00PM *In order to help reduce lines on race day we enouicrage you to pick up your shirt and bib before. You are welcome to pick up for others. If you are not able to pick up your shirt and bib pre registration pick up will be open by 7:30am on race day._
_*EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE* _
Participate in Running Research
Receive 2 FREE months of run training from our friends at RunDot
The RunDot Project is a research initiative that helps RunDot quantify and enhance the performance gains that RunDot's Optimized Training delivers over training alternatives.
Reviews
Done this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.
Add a reviewMonster Dash 5K at The Bates Motel - Presented by Nolan Painting Inc.
