Monster Dash 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location Platteville, Wisconsin
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun and fitness at the Monster Dash 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in beautiful Platteville, Grant! This family-friendly event welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities, making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy the crisp autumn air while getting in some exercise. Participants are encouraged to don their favorite Halloween costumes for a chance to win exciting themed prizes, including gift cards and apple cider jugs.
Starting at 10 AM on the scenic Rountree Branch Trail, the event promises a festive atmosphere filled with laughter and community spirit. Arrive early for registration, beginning at 9 AM, and don’t forget that all registrations received by October 4th are guaranteed a stylish event t-shirt! Whether you’re chasing personal bests or just having a great time with friends and family, the Monster Dash is sure to be a highlight of your October festivities. Join us for an unforgettable day of running, walking, and Halloween fun!
Starting at 10 AM on the scenic Rountree Branch Trail, the event promises a festive atmosphere filled with laughter and community spirit. Arrive early for registration, beginning at 9 AM, and don’t forget that all registrations received by October 4th are guaranteed a stylish event t-shirt! Whether you’re chasing personal bests or just having a great time with friends and family, the Monster Dash is sure to be a highlight of your October festivities. Join us for an unforgettable day of running, walking, and Halloween fun!
Organiser's Description
The 2026 Monster Dash is hosted by the Platteville Community Arboretum! This is a family-friendly event that includes runners and walkers of all abilities. A fun time for all!
It's mid-October and COSTUMES ARE ENCOURAGED to be worn. Halloween-themed prizes, shirts and swag for all participants!
The entire run/walk will be on the Rountree Branch Trail!
The race will BEGIN AT 10 AM on the south side of Valley Road (near the Fish Garden on the trail) with parking available in the City Garages parking lot (890 Valley Road). For registration the day of, look for the registration tent starting at 9 AM.
There are prizes for runners in age categories, by gender. Prizes vary from year-to-year, but past ones have included gift cards and apple cider jugs.
T-SHIRT NOTE: ALL REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED BY OCTOBER 4TH ARE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT.
NOTE: ONLINE REGISTRATION ENDS AT 11:59 PM ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15TH. AFTER THAT, YOU CAN REGISTER IN-PERSON (BY CASH OR VENMO) FOR $30 THE DAY OF THE EVENT STARTING AT 9 AM ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17TH.
It's mid-October and COSTUMES ARE ENCOURAGED to be worn. Halloween-themed prizes, shirts and swag for all participants!
The entire run/walk will be on the Rountree Branch Trail!
The race will BEGIN AT 10 AM on the south side of Valley Road (near the Fish Garden on the trail) with parking available in the City Garages parking lot (890 Valley Road). For registration the day of, look for the registration tent starting at 9 AM.
There are prizes for runners in age categories, by gender. Prizes vary from year-to-year, but past ones have included gift cards and apple cider jugs.
T-SHIRT NOTE: ALL REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED BY OCTOBER 4TH ARE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT.
NOTE: ONLINE REGISTRATION ENDS AT 11:59 PM ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15TH. AFTER THAT, YOU CAN REGISTER IN-PERSON (BY CASH OR VENMO) FOR $30 THE DAY OF THE EVENT STARTING AT 9 AM ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17TH.
Races
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Monster Dash 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$27.50
Race/walk begins on the Rountree Branch Trail across for the City Garage on Valley Road. Participants will head north on the trail and turnaround at the halfway point (the fork in the trail by the gazebo). It is a very flat course. The finish line is also the starting line.
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890 Valley Road, Platteville, 53818, WI, United States
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