Monster Dash 5K and Lil' Monsters Kids Run is a running race on October 31, 2026 in Overland Park, KS, featuring the 5K distance, with entry fees from $12 to $44.
From the Organizer
The 15th annual Monster Dash 5k and Lil Monster Kids Run will take place on Saturday, October 31st and will start and finish at South Creek Office Park in Overland Park. The event features a fast course, pre-race costume contest, chip timing, free event photos, large finisher medals, great Halloween themed event shirts and much more!
Learn more about the event at www.kcmonsterdash.com.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
62°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Olathe 3e, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
197,199
as of 2023
City Elevation
953 ft
Nearest Airport
MCI
Kansas City International Airport · 27 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
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120
Days to train
Coming Up
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2 miles away
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2 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Monster Dash 5K and Lil' Monsters Kids Run
Oct 31, 2026