Monster Dash 5K - Point Pleasant Beach
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Monster Dash 5K - Point Pleasant Beach
Monster Dash 5K is a community running event held on October 24, 2026 at the Point Pleasant Beach boardwalk and Jenkinsons Aquarium area. The program includes timed 5K and a 1 mile fun run, plus an option to purchase the event T shirt separately.
Distances:
- 5K Run/Walk, registration fee $30.
- 1 mile Fun Run, registration fee $20.
- TShirt purchase only option, fee $25.
Packet pickup is available the Thursday before the event at Point Pleasant First Aid & Emergency Squad, 611 Laurel Avenue, and on event day at Jenks Pavilion. Chip timing is provided by Elite Racing Systems. Lunch is provided to the first 250 registrants at the post race party in Jenkinson's Pavilion. Water stations will be available along the course.
Awards are given for top male, female, and nonbinary finishers in the 5K, top costumed finishers, five year age group awards, and multiple costume categories including Best Costume Overall Adult and Youth, Best Group, Best Couple, Best Homemade, Most Creative, Scariest, and Funniest. The 1 mile fun run includes medals for all finishers. T shirt and size guarantees are noted through September 30, 2026. The event is held rain or shine; refunds are not available but bib transfers between participants are permitted as a donation support to the volunteer first aid squad. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
