Monster Dash 5K - Northfield
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The Monster Dash 5K in Northfield
The Monster Dash is an annual Halloween 5K fun run and kids bike event held in Northfield, Massachusetts on October 24, 2026. The gathering begins and ends at Town Hall, 69 Main St., and the start line is located across the street from First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church, the race beneficiary.
The event offers multiple ways to participate:
- 5K running or walking
- 5K cycling
- Kids bike and family participation
The course is a loop through the town, mostly flat with a mild roller or two, and it passes through St. Marys cemetery. Parking is available at Town Hall with overflow at Parker Street or Green Trees Gallery. Safety measures include a lead and sweep adult biker and police presence or an attendant at intersections.
Price categories listed by the organizer include adult registration at $23, family registration up to $39, and students of any age at $16. Race day support and finishing gifts are provided; the first 100 finishers receive a gift and a race T shirt. Sponsors named include Northfield Creamie and the Northfield Recreation Commission, along with local businesses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
