Providence Monster Dash 5K
- Date
- October 25, 2026
- Distance
- Monster Dash 5K · Kids Monster Dash · VIRTUAL Monster Dash 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
ABOUT THE RACE
Join us for the annual Providence Monster dash on Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Downtown Providence, RI. Celebrate Halloween FUN with loved ones and run or walk this FUN Halloween 5K. Don't forget the kids! Our kids race is open to children 12 and under. Parents are welcome to run with their kids.
RACE INFORMATION
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Time: 9:00am Kids Run (Ages 12 and under. Girls race first followed by the boys race) // 10am 5K Run/Walk
Location: South water Street, Providence RI.
EVENTS
Kids Dash Run
Approximately 1/4 mile for ages 12 and under.
Parents may run with their children.
9:00 am Start Time. Girls run will be first. Boys will start after the girls kids run.
5K Run/Walk
3.1 Miles. As always, walkers are welcome.
Please Note: No pets allowed and strolled must start in the back for safety reasons.
10am Start Time.
COSTUME CONTEST
$100 for the best individual costume.
$200 for the best team costume. Minimum of three people for the team costume contest.
ENTRY FEES
5K Run/Walk
$32 to 7/31/2026
$34 8/1/2026 to 9/30/2026
$36 10/1/2026 to 10/24/2026
$40 Race Walk Up Registration on race day.
*Online registration closes at 8p.m. on 10/24/2026
** T-Shirts are not guaranteed for walk up registrations.
Kids Monster Dash
$17 to 7/31/2026
$18 8/1/2026 to 9/30/2026
$19 10/1/2026 to 10/24/2026
$20 Walk Up Registration on race day.
Sorry no refunds and no pets allowed.
PACKET PICKUP & ON-SITE REGISTRATION
Pre-Race Packet Pickup
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
1pm - 5pm
Marathon Sports
Level 1, 1 Providence Place, Providence, RI
Friday, October 23th, 2026
Noon - 6pm
Marathon Sports
Level 1, 1 Providence Place, Providence, RI
Saturday, October 24, 2026
10am - 5pm
Marathon Sports
Level 1, 1 Providence Place, Providence, RI
Race Day Packet Pickup
Sunday, October 25, 2025
South Water Street, Providence, RI
8:30am - 10am
Walk up registrations will be accepted on Saturday and Sunday.
Please Note: Race t-shirts are not guaranteed for walk up registrations on race day.
AWARDS
Individual Awards
Top 3 Overall
Winners (Under 19)
Winners (age 20-29)
Winners (age 30-39)
Winners (age 40-49)
Winners (age 50-59)
Winners (age 60-69)
Winners (age 70+)
Overall awards are scored on gun time. Age groups scored by chip time.
Top 3 Boys/Girls in Kids race.
Team Award
Prize will be awarded to the top overall team.
Top 3 score based on chip time.
No limit on Team size.
Online entry for Teams only.
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Providence Monster Dash 5K?
- Providence Monster Dash 5K is a running event held in Providence, RI. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Providence Monster Dash 5K?
- Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Providence, RI at 250 South Water Street, Providence, RI. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Providence Monster Dash 5K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Providence Monster Dash 5K
Oct 25, 2026