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Monster Dash 5K & Lil' Monsters Fun Run

Saturday, October 24, 2026West Des Moines, Iowa

5K entry: $42
Days to go: 2

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At a glance

Date: Oct 24, 2026
Location: West Des Moines, Iowa
Distances: 5K
Registration: Open until Oct 24, 2026, via runsignup.com

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About this race

The Monster Dash 5K is coming to Des Moines, and we’re bringing it to the spooky trails of Raccoon River Park for a Halloween-themed race you won’t want to miss.

Whether you’re running with friends, walking the course, or just looking for an excuse to break out your best Halloween costume, the Monster Dash is ready to bring some fun to race day.

The 5K features a pre-race costume contest, chip timing, free event photos, big finisher medals, awesome Halloween-themed shirts, and more! There will also be a Lil’ Monsters Kids Run for ages 10 and under, plus costume awards for those who really want to embrace the Halloween spirit.

So start planning your costume, grab your running crew, and get ready to hit the course at Raccoon River Park!

Key dates

Registration opens

Aug 27, 2026

Tier 1 ends

Sep 7, 2026

Tier 2 ends

Sep 21, 2026

Tier 1 ends

Oct 5, 2026

Tier 3 ends

Oct 5, 2026

Tier 2 ends

Oct 6, 2026

Tier 4 ends

Oct 6, 2026

Tier 3 ends

Oct 19, 2026

Tier 5 ends

Oct 23, 2026

Tomorrow

Registration closes

Oct 24, 2026

Race day

Oct 24, 2026

Tier 4 ends

Oct 24, 2026

Tier 6 ends

Oct 24, 2026

Pricing

Virtual Participant

Tier 4, until Oct 24, 2026

$50

5K Run/Walk

Tier 5, then $45 from Oct 23, 2026

$42

Lil' Monsters Fun Run

Tier 5, then $22 from Oct 23, 2026

$20

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