Monster Dash 5K at The Bates Motel - Presented by Nolan Painting Inc.
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Glen Mills, Pennsylvania
- Price $38.65
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling and festive experience at the Monster Dash 5K at The Bates Motel, happening on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in Glen Mills, Delaware! This family-friendly event invites runners of all ages to don their best Halloween costumes and join in on a spooktacular celebration. The 5K race features a scenic multi-surface cross country course that winds through the picturesque Arasapha Farms and the eerie Bates Motel Haunted Hayride, providing an unforgettable backdrop for your run.
For those seeking a shorter challenge, a 1-mile untimed race is also available, making it perfect for families and casual participants. All registered runners will receive a chipped bib for race timing, as well as a commemorative t-shirt to mark the occasion. Be sure to arrive early for race-day registration starting at 7:45 AM, and don't miss the exciting costume contest with prizes for individuals, themed groups, and youth participants! All proceeds support the Edgmont Township Fire Company No. 1, so come out and join the fun—rain or shine!
For those seeking a shorter challenge, a 1-mile untimed race is also available, making it perfect for families and casual participants. All registered runners will receive a chipped bib for race timing, as well as a commemorative t-shirt to mark the occasion. Be sure to arrive early for race-day registration starting at 7:45 AM, and don't miss the exciting costume contest with prizes for individuals, themed groups, and youth participants! All proceeds support the Edgmont Township Fire Company No. 1, so come out and join the fun—rain or shine!
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/]!
_THIS IS NOT A USATF-CERTIFIED RACE COURSE._
_AS OF 10/25 WE ARE RUNNING LOW ON ONLINE SHIRT INVENTORY SIZING, ADDITIONAL SHIRTS WILL BE ON-SITE DAY OF THE RACE!_
_PACKET PICK UP: 10/31 RACE DAY REGISTRATION TO PICK UP SHIRT AND BIBS WILL START AT 7:45AM THROUGH UNTIL THE START OF THE RACE AT 9:00AM AT ARASAPHA FARMS._
2026 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. We will be using the same course as the last two years!
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!
_*EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE* _
_THIS IS NOT A USATF-CERTIFIED RACE COURSE._
_AS OF 10/25 WE ARE RUNNING LOW ON ONLINE SHIRT INVENTORY SIZING, ADDITIONAL SHIRTS WILL BE ON-SITE DAY OF THE RACE!_
_PACKET PICK UP: 10/31 RACE DAY REGISTRATION TO PICK UP SHIRT AND BIBS WILL START AT 7:45AM THROUGH UNTIL THE START OF THE RACE AT 9:00AM AT ARASAPHA FARMS._
2026 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. We will be using the same course as the last two years!
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!
_*EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE* _
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.65
CLOSED -
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $3.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (9:03AM EDT)
$38.65
CLOSED
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1835 Middletown Rd, Arasapha Farms, Glen Mills, 19342-1907, PA, United States
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