Newton Pride Monster Dash 5K
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Newton, New Jersey
- Price $17.90 - $44.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular morning of fun and fitness at the Newton Pride Monster Dash 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, October 24, 2026! Taking place in the charming town of Newton, Sussex, this community-focused event invites participants of all ages to dress up in their best Halloween costumes and hit the USATF-certified 5K course that winds through scenic streets, starting and finishing at Newton High School. Whether you're aiming for a personal record or just looking to enjoy some Halloween-themed fun, this race has something for everyone!
The day kicks off with the 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:30 AM, followed by the thrilling 5K run. Expect exciting awards for top finishers in various age groups, as well as overall male and female winners. But it's not just about the race—this event is also a chance to give back! Participants are encouraged to bring canned food items for Benny's Bodega, helping local families in need. Join us for a morning filled with community spirit, friendly competition, and a celebration of health, all while supporting the Newton Pride Education Foundation. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, give, and make a difference!
The day kicks off with the 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:30 AM, followed by the thrilling 5K run. Expect exciting awards for top finishers in various age groups, as well as overall male and female winners. But it's not just about the race—this event is also a chance to give back! Participants are encouraged to bring canned food items for Benny's Bodega, helping local families in need. Join us for a morning filled with community spirit, friendly competition, and a celebration of health, all while supporting the Newton Pride Education Foundation. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, give, and make a difference!
Organiser's Description
RUN FOR YOUR LIFE IT'S THE MONSTER DASH!
The Newton Pride Monster Dash 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run is Newton's spookiest community race, and we want YOU on the starting line! Lace up, dress up, and hit the streets of Newton on a USATF-certified 5K course winding through Ryerson, Plainfield, and Linwood starting and finishing right at Newton High School. Whether you're chasing a PR or just chasing candy, this race is for you.
WHAT TO EXPECT
1MILE FUN RUN: 830 AM
5K: 8:30 AM
USATF-CERTIFIED 5K COURSE THROUGH THE STREETS OF NEWTON
FUN RUN OPTION FOR ALL AGES AND PACES
COSTUMES ENCOURAGED DRESS TO IMPRESS (OR TERRIFY!)
OVERALL AND AGE GROUP AWARDS
A TRUE COMMUNITY CELEBRATION BENEFITING NEWTON STUDENTS
5K AWARDS - AWARDS WILL BE PRESENTED TO THE TOP MALE & FEMALE OVERALL, PLUS WINNERS IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
_19 & Under 2029 3039 4049 5059 6069 70+_
RACE T-SHIRT AVAILABILITY: PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTERED BY OCTOBER 10 ARE GUARANTEED A RACE T-SHIRT. REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED AFTER OCTOBER 10 WILL BE AVAILABLE ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS, WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. SIZES AND AVAILABILITY ARE NOT GUARANTEED.
_You may purchase additional race T-shirts on race day for $20, while supplies last._
RUN, GIVE & SUPPORT BENNY'S BODEGA
_THIS YEAR, WE'RE MAKING THE MONSTER DASH ABOUT MORE THAN CROSSING THE FINISH LINE! __THE NEWTON PRIDE EDUCATION FOUNDATION IS PROUD TO SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY PARTNER, BENNY'S BODEGA, THROUGH A RACE-DAY FOOD DRIVE. __WE ENCOURAGE EVERY RUNNER AND FAMILY TO BRING A CANNED FOOD ITEM OR OTHER NONPERISHABLE FOOD DONATION TO THE RACE. WE'LL COLLECT DONATIONS AT NEWTON HIGH SCHOOL AND DELIVER THEM TO BENNY'S BODEGA TO HELP LOCAL INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN NEED. _
_ONE RACE. ONE COMMUNITY. NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS. RED HEART_
RUN WITH PURPOSE
EVERY REGISTRATION SUPPORTS THE NEWTON PRIDE EDUCATION FOUNDATION, A 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT DEDICATED TO ENRICHING THE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE OF NEWTON STUDENTS THROUGH SCHOLARSHIPS, EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, TEACHER GRANTS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT. WHEN YOU RUN THE MONSTER DASH, YOU'RE NOT JUST EARNING MILES YOU'RE SUPPORTING NEWTON STUDENTS AND OUR COMMUNITY.
VOLUNTEER WITH US
CLUBS, TEAMS, STUDENTS, AND COMMUNITY GROUPS WE'D LOVE YOUR HELP ON RACE DAY! FROM WATER STATIONS AND COURSE MARSHALING TO PACKET PICKUP AND RACE-DAY ACTIVITIES, VOLUNTEERING IS A GREAT WAY TO EARN SERVICE HOURS OR SPEND A FUN MORNING GIVING BACK. REACH OUT THROUGH OUR CONTACT US FORM TO GET INVOLVED.
COSTUMES ENCOURAGED. PRIZES AWARDED. SPIRITS GUARANTEED.
_ AND DON'T FORGET YOUR CANNED FOOD DONATION FOR BENNY'S BODEGA!_
The Newton Pride Monster Dash 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run is Newton's spookiest community race, and we want YOU on the starting line! Lace up, dress up, and hit the streets of Newton on a USATF-certified 5K course winding through Ryerson, Plainfield, and Linwood starting and finishing right at Newton High School. Whether you're chasing a PR or just chasing candy, this race is for you.
WHAT TO EXPECT
1MILE FUN RUN: 830 AM
5K: 8:30 AM
USATF-CERTIFIED 5K COURSE THROUGH THE STREETS OF NEWTON
FUN RUN OPTION FOR ALL AGES AND PACES
COSTUMES ENCOURAGED DRESS TO IMPRESS (OR TERRIFY!)
OVERALL AND AGE GROUP AWARDS
A TRUE COMMUNITY CELEBRATION BENEFITING NEWTON STUDENTS
5K AWARDS - AWARDS WILL BE PRESENTED TO THE TOP MALE & FEMALE OVERALL, PLUS WINNERS IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
_19 & Under 2029 3039 4049 5059 6069 70+_
RACE T-SHIRT AVAILABILITY: PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTERED BY OCTOBER 10 ARE GUARANTEED A RACE T-SHIRT. REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED AFTER OCTOBER 10 WILL BE AVAILABLE ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS, WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. SIZES AND AVAILABILITY ARE NOT GUARANTEED.
_You may purchase additional race T-shirts on race day for $20, while supplies last._
RUN, GIVE & SUPPORT BENNY'S BODEGA
_THIS YEAR, WE'RE MAKING THE MONSTER DASH ABOUT MORE THAN CROSSING THE FINISH LINE! __THE NEWTON PRIDE EDUCATION FOUNDATION IS PROUD TO SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY PARTNER, BENNY'S BODEGA, THROUGH A RACE-DAY FOOD DRIVE. __WE ENCOURAGE EVERY RUNNER AND FAMILY TO BRING A CANNED FOOD ITEM OR OTHER NONPERISHABLE FOOD DONATION TO THE RACE. WE'LL COLLECT DONATIONS AT NEWTON HIGH SCHOOL AND DELIVER THEM TO BENNY'S BODEGA TO HELP LOCAL INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN NEED. _
_ONE RACE. ONE COMMUNITY. NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS. RED HEART_
RUN WITH PURPOSE
EVERY REGISTRATION SUPPORTS THE NEWTON PRIDE EDUCATION FOUNDATION, A 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT DEDICATED TO ENRICHING THE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE OF NEWTON STUDENTS THROUGH SCHOLARSHIPS, EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, TEACHER GRANTS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT. WHEN YOU RUN THE MONSTER DASH, YOU'RE NOT JUST EARNING MILES YOU'RE SUPPORTING NEWTON STUDENTS AND OUR COMMUNITY.
VOLUNTEER WITH US
CLUBS, TEAMS, STUDENTS, AND COMMUNITY GROUPS WE'D LOVE YOUR HELP ON RACE DAY! FROM WATER STATIONS AND COURSE MARSHALING TO PACKET PICKUP AND RACE-DAY ACTIVITIES, VOLUNTEERING IS A GREAT WAY TO EARN SERVICE HOURS OR SPEND A FUN MORNING GIVING BACK. REACH OUT THROUGH OUR CONTACT US FORM TO GET INVOLVED.
COSTUMES ENCOURAGED. PRIZES AWARDED. SPIRITS GUARANTEED.
_ AND DON'T FORGET YOUR CANNED FOOD DONATION FOR BENNY'S BODEGA!_
Races
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Newton Pride Monster Dash 5K
Incl. $4.40 Fee & T-Shirt (Additional)
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$44.40
CLOSED -
Newton Pride Monster Dash 1 M Fun Run - ALL AGES
Incl. $2.90 Fee & T-Shirt (Additional)
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$17.90
CLOSEDThis is a Fun Run and not a timed event. All ages are welcome!
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