MAD DASH
- Date
- May 16, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · Mad Dash Challenge [300 m Swim, 10 Obstacles Challenge Course, 5K Run] · Kid's Fun Run
From the Organizer
Treetop Adventures and North Carolina Boys Academy are hosting a MAD DASH Challenge (300m swim, obstacle course & 5k) and Fun Run on May 17, 2025. All ages are welcomed to participate in this family-friendly event. Treetop Adventures is an outdoor adventure park situated on Lake Hickory in Conover, NC. Course offerings include tree-lined challenges for both adults and children.Treetops is partnering with the North Carolina Boys Academy to help families thrive. NCBA is an adolescent men’s boarding school for character and leadership development.
Proceeds from this event will also be used for Camp David on Barrett Mountain in Alexander County. Camp David is a new adventure location opening in 2025. Sign up today for the Mad Dash!
Live music, good food and lots of fun for family and friends.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the MAD DASH?
- MAD DASH is a running event held in Conover, NC. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the MAD DASH?
- Saturday, May 16, 2026 in Conover, NC at Treetop Adventures on Lake Hickory, Conover, NC. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the MAD DASH?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
MAD DASH
May 16, 2026