Halloween 10K
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Event overview
Halloween 5 and 10K "The Monster Dash!" takes place over the weekend of October 24–26, 2025, with the main race day on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The event is held at the Discovery Centre waterfront shores, 57 Discovery Drive, Hamilton, Ontario. The event runs both in person and virtually. Fundraising partners include Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation and Hamilton Food Share; the event has raised CA$1,139.28.
Race options and logistics
Distances offered:
- 5 km (in person and virtual)
- 10 km (in person and virtual)
- 1 km Spooky race (in person)
Race kit pick-up is available the day before at the Stoney Creek Running Room store and on event day at the Discovery Centre. Virtual participants can track runs using the ASICS Runkeeper app or submit results via the event results page; everyone who posts virtual results receives a virtual finisher certificate. The in-person 1 km requires a registration fee plus a CA$25 donation to McMaster Children’s Hospital, which includes the finisher medal.
Prizes and included items
The event provides Halloween socks, gloves, and a themed bag with registration. The event medal is a Frankenstein’s monster design that lights up and makes sound. The first 200 10K registrants receive a free omega-3 product from a race sponsor. There are 24 prizes awarded for best costume. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.