Monster Dash 5K Run/Walk

They did the dash, they did the monster dash! The monster dash, it was a graveyard smash! Come join StartLine Racing under the lights at Arizona Boardwalk for our 6th annual Monster Dash 5K Run/Walk! Have you always wanted to run with monsters? They will be roaming the course and the event area so beware! Bring your friends, and throw on a costume! This event has limited spaces available. Event details and schedule Mail-in Registration To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form ! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing. Virtual Run Registration Can't make it to this year's event but still want to participate? This year will feature a Monster Dash Virtual. A virtual race is a race that can be ran at any location. You can walk, use the treadmill, run outside or participate in another race. You can run your race at your pace wherever you like. All virtual race participants will receive a custom event finisher's medal and custom event shirt. Please note that your shirt and medal will be mailed out following the event on October 30, 2026. Prior to the event all virtual participants will receive an email with instructions on how to submit your time. Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at info@startlineracing.com What You Get! Custom Event Finisher's Medal Custom Event Dri-Fit Shirt. Age Group Awards for Top Three Male and Female in all Age Groups (race day participants only). Our age groups are the following: 8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 -79, 80 & Over Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Snack" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc) Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google ) Owned and operated by StartLine Racing ! Chance to get spooked out on the course! Please note any race related items (shirts, medals, etc.) will NOT be mailed to those who register for the in person event and choose not to attend. Race Night Information We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons. You must start at the back of the pack. Bicycles, roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices are not allowed on the run or walk courses. Race day registration will be available beginning at 6:30pm at Arizona Boardwalk. We accept cash, and credit cards on race day Race day fee will be: 5K - $45 This event will take place rain or moonshine. There are no refunds or transfers due to weather. Leashed pet friendly Warning - there will be monsters and mummies roaming the event area and the course. So if you scare easily then come prepared! Course Map 5K Course Map Packet Pick-up Opportunities Packet pick-up will be on Thursday, October 29th from 3-6pm at Road Runner Sports in N. Phoenix ( map ) Road Runner Sports is located at 7077 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85054 You can also pickup your packet starting at 6pm on Race Night. Event schedule Thu, October 29, 2026 3:00 PM - Packet Pick-Up at Road Runner Sports in N. Phoenix from 3-6pm Fri, October 30, 2026 6:30 PM - Race night registration and packet pickup opens Fri, October 30, 2026 7:30 PM - 5K Begins Fri, October 30, 2026 8:30 PM - Award Ceremony Begins (approx.)