Monster Dash
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 11:00AM EDT
- Location Bloomington, Indiana
- Price $16.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun at the Monster Dash on Saturday, October 24th, 2026, in Bloomington, Monroe! This family-friendly fun run invites participants of all ages to lace up their shoes, don their best costumes, and join in the festivities while supporting the Auxiliary to the Boys & Girls Club. Choose between a 1-mile or 5K route, perfect for everyone from seasoned runners to casual walkers.
The event kicks off at Grandview Elementary School, with the 5K starting at 11 AM and the 1-mile run five minutes later. Enjoy the scenic Karst Greenway Trail as you dash through the course, and don’t forget to bring your well-behaved dogs and strollers—costumes for your furry friends are highly encouraged! All registrants will receive a complimentary scoop of Bruster's Halloween-themed ice cream, adding a delicious treat to your day. With free professional photos available for download and no official timing or prizes, the Monster Dash promises to be all about fun, laughter, and community spirit. Join us for this unforgettable event and kick off the holiday season with a bang!
The event kicks off at Grandview Elementary School, with the 5K starting at 11 AM and the 1-mile run five minutes later. Enjoy the scenic Karst Greenway Trail as you dash through the course, and don’t forget to bring your well-behaved dogs and strollers—costumes for your furry friends are highly encouraged! All registrants will receive a complimentary scoop of Bruster's Halloween-themed ice cream, adding a delicious treat to your day. With free professional photos available for download and no official timing or prizes, the Monster Dash promises to be all about fun, laughter, and community spirit. Join us for this unforgettable event and kick off the holiday season with a bang!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the Monster Dash, a family-friendly fun run on October 24th, 2026! Lace up your shoes, grab your costume, and bring your friends for a morning of fun and a great way to support the Auxiliary to the Boys & Girls Club! PLUS! This year - all registrants will get a free scoop of Bruster's Halloween-themed ice cream!
A few race highlights:
* Run/walk a 1-mile or 5K route perfect for all ages and fitness levels!
* Costumes encouraged! Get in the spirit early!
* All registrants will receive a FREE scoop of either Hallowscream or Monster Mash ice cream!
* Well-behaved dogs and strollers welcome. (Costumes are especially encouraged for those pups!)
* Free professional photos available for download after the event.
* No official timing. No official prizes. Just fun for all!
The race will start at Grandview Elementary School and continue on the Karst Greenway Trail. (This is the same route as the MCCSC Fun Run!) You can find ample parking at Grandview Elementary and walk behind the gym to find the race start.
There will be a slightly staggered start. The 5K walkers/runners will begin at 11am. The 1-mile walkers/runners will begin five minutes later.
This is a great way to launch the holiday season, get a little bit more use out of those costumes, get some hilarious photos, and best of all, support the Boys and Girls Club.
A few race highlights:
* Run/walk a 1-mile or 5K route perfect for all ages and fitness levels!
* Costumes encouraged! Get in the spirit early!
* All registrants will receive a FREE scoop of either Hallowscream or Monster Mash ice cream!
* Well-behaved dogs and strollers welcome. (Costumes are especially encouraged for those pups!)
* Free professional photos available for download after the event.
* No official timing. No official prizes. Just fun for all!
The race will start at Grandview Elementary School and continue on the Karst Greenway Trail. (This is the same route as the MCCSC Fun Run!) You can find ample parking at Grandview Elementary and walk behind the gym to find the race start.
There will be a slightly staggered start. The 5K walkers/runners will begin at 11am. The 1-mile walkers/runners will begin five minutes later.
This is a great way to launch the holiday season, get a little bit more use out of those costumes, get some hilarious photos, and best of all, support the Boys and Girls Club.
Races
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Monster Dash 1 Mile
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 24th October 2026 (11:05AM EDT)
$16.90
Family Fun Run. This will not be a timed event. Costumes required, inflatable costumes welcome! This event will be held rain or shine! In the event of severe weather cancellation we will notify by email, Facebook and Instagram -
Monster Dash 5K
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 24th October 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$16.90
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2300 S. Endwright Rd., Bloomington, 47403, IN, United States
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