Monster Mash & Dash 5K Glow Run
- Date Fri 11th October 2024
- Time 6:02PM EDT
- Location Lexington, Kentucky
- Price Free - $33.25
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a night of fun and fitness at the 2nd Annual Monster Mash & Dash 5K Glow Run on Friday, October 11, 2024, in the beautiful Coldstream Research Park in Lexington, Fayette. This exciting event kicks off at 6:00 PM and promises a scenic, flat, and fast course that’s perfect for runners and walkers of all levels. Participants can choose between the 5K Run/Walk, a 1 Mile Fun Walk (untimed), or a Kid's Dash, with a virtual option available for those who prefer to join from afar.
Dress up in your favorite costume for a chance to win prizes for the best-dressed participants, and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, food, and fun activities! Plus, don’t miss the Trunk or Treat that follows the races and awards ceremony at 7:15 PM. With awards for overall and age group performances, commemorative unisex T-shirts, and even a prize for the largest social team, this event is a fantastic way to support the Recovery Cafe Lexington while having a blast. Join us for an unforgettable evening that celebrates community, recovery, and the joy of running!
Dress up in your favorite costume for a chance to win prizes for the best-dressed participants, and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, food, and fun activities! Plus, don’t miss the Trunk or Treat that follows the races and awards ceremony at 7:15 PM. With awards for overall and age group performances, commemorative unisex T-shirts, and even a prize for the largest social team, this event is a fantastic way to support the Recovery Cafe Lexington while having a blast. Join us for an unforgettable evening that celebrates community, recovery, and the joy of running!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 2ND ANNUAL MONSTER MASH & DASH 5K GLOW RUN SUPPORTING DIRECT SERVICES AT RECOVERY CAFE LEXINGTON
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2024 *** 6:00PM (TRUNK OR TREAT AT 7:15PM) *** COLDSTREAM RESEACH PARK (LEXINGTON)
RACE FEATURES:
* Scenic, flat/fast course at Coldstream Research Park
* Commemative unisex sized T-shirts
* Overall & Age Group Awards (5-year divisions)
* 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Fun Walk (untimed), Kid's Dash & Virtual option
* Music, food, fun and fellowship
* Dress Up's encouraged! Prizes for the best dressed!
* Social Teams to expand your race experience. We'll have a prize for the largest team!
* Trunk or Treat to follow the races & awards ceremony
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1901513]
PACKET PICKUP Our only packet pickup will be at Coldstream Dog Park (race venue) on Friday, October 11th from 4:30-6:00pm.
RECOVERY CAFE LEXINGTON is a peer-led, peer-run community space for individuals to build recovery relationships and find supportive resources. We arent the type of caf'e that sells sandwiches or latt'es; we're a gathering space for folks on a recovery journey and our allies. We celebrate every type and pathway of recovery (substance use, mental health, housing insecurity, and more). No matter the need, we have resources to help; whether you or someone you know is in long-term recovery or contemplating making a change. We invite anyone to attend a support group, a sober social event, or see a Recovery Coach who can help be a guide through unique challenges. A new life is waiting for you!
OUR VISION To empower people in their own recovery with a welcoming community driven sanctuary to connect with one another, heal, feel accepted, loved, and worthy of success in their life.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES 1.Connect with divine Love in ourselves and others, 2. Show Respect 3. Cultivate Compassion, 4. Practice Forgiveness, 5. Encourage Growth, 6. Give Back
The Monster Mash and Dash 5K Glow Run will support direct services at Recovery Cafe Lexington, including School for Recovery Learning Programs, Weekend Life-Enrichment Retreats, Sober-Social Events, and direct financial assistance to program participants.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2024 *** 6:00PM (TRUNK OR TREAT AT 7:15PM) *** COLDSTREAM RESEACH PARK (LEXINGTON)
RACE FEATURES:
* Scenic, flat/fast course at Coldstream Research Park
* Commemative unisex sized T-shirts
* Overall & Age Group Awards (5-year divisions)
* 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Fun Walk (untimed), Kid's Dash & Virtual option
* Music, food, fun and fellowship
* Dress Up's encouraged! Prizes for the best dressed!
* Social Teams to expand your race experience. We'll have a prize for the largest team!
* Trunk or Treat to follow the races & awards ceremony
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1901513]
PACKET PICKUP Our only packet pickup will be at Coldstream Dog Park (race venue) on Friday, October 11th from 4:30-6:00pm.
RECOVERY CAFE LEXINGTON is a peer-led, peer-run community space for individuals to build recovery relationships and find supportive resources. We arent the type of caf'e that sells sandwiches or latt'es; we're a gathering space for folks on a recovery journey and our allies. We celebrate every type and pathway of recovery (substance use, mental health, housing insecurity, and more). No matter the need, we have resources to help; whether you or someone you know is in long-term recovery or contemplating making a change. We invite anyone to attend a support group, a sober social event, or see a Recovery Coach who can help be a guide through unique challenges. A new life is waiting for you!
OUR VISION To empower people in their own recovery with a welcoming community driven sanctuary to connect with one another, heal, feel accepted, loved, and worthy of success in their life.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES 1.Connect with divine Love in ourselves and others, 2. Show Respect 3. Cultivate Compassion, 4. Practice Forgiveness, 5. Encourage Growth, 6. Give Back
The Monster Mash and Dash 5K Glow Run will support direct services at Recovery Cafe Lexington, including School for Recovery Learning Programs, Weekend Life-Enrichment Retreats, Sober-Social Events, and direct financial assistance to program participants.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Unisex Sized T-Shirt
Fri 11th October 2024 (6:00PM EDT)
$33.25
CLOSEDA chip timed 5K (3.1 miles) on paved trail surfaces. Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in 5 year age divisions. Walkers, strollers and dogs on fixed length leashes welcomed. -
1 Mile Fun Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Unisex Sized T-Shirt
Fri 11th October 2024 (6:02PM EDT)
$28.25
CLOSEDAn untimed 1 mile fun walk on paved trail surfaces. There are no awards for this event. -
FREE Kid's Monster Dash (1/4 Mile)
Fri 11th October 2024 (5:45PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDA free Kid's Dash (1/4 mile distance) for children 9 and under. Kid's can run or walk and parents can join them in the run/walk. Each child will receive a participation medal but there are no awards for the Kid's Dash. There are no shirts for this event. -
Virtual Runner/Walker
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Unisex Sized T-Shirt
$33.25
CLOSEDIf you aren't running/walking consider helping us as a volunteer to make the race great. We need 6-8 volunteers to work a race day shift from 4:30-8:00pm. -
Race Volunteer
Unisex Sized T-Shirt
Fri 11th October 2024 (4:30PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDAn opportunity to participate virtually for a $30 donation to Recovery Cafe Lexington. We'll mail you your commemorative race shirt and you can run/walk your Monster Dash on your own schedule in your own hometown. There are no awards for the virtual event.
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