Monster Dash 5K and Lil' Monsters Kids Run

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.

Date
October 31, 2026 (120 days to go)
Distance
5K · Other
Price
$12–$44
Sport
Running
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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

5K$28
Virtual participant$44
Lil' Monsters Kids Run$12

Weather

Typical Conditions

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.

Sunrise 7:45 AMSunset 6:19 PMDaylight 10h 34m

Host City

About Overland Park, KS

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.

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120

Days to train

Race
Monster Dash 5K and Lil' Monsters Kids Run
Date
October 31, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Monster Dash 5K and Lil' Monsters Kids Run?+
Monster Dash 5K and Lil' Monsters Kids Run is a running race held in Overland Park, Kansas on October 31, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Monster Dash 5K and Lil' Monsters Kids Run?+
Saturday, October 31, 2026 in Overland Park, Kansas at South Creek Office Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Monster Dash 5K and Lil' Monsters Kids Run?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Monster Dash 5K and Lil' Monsters Kids Run

Oct 31, 2026

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