Monster Mash & Dash 5K Glow Run
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 1 Mile Fun Walk · FREE Kid's Monster Dash (1/4 Mile) & more
From the Organizer
Join us for the 4th Annual Monster Mash & Dash 5K Glow Run supporting direct services at Recovery Cafe Lexington
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026 *** 6:00PM (Trunk or Treat at 7:15PM) *** COLDSTREAM RESEACH PARK (Lexington)
RACE FEATURES:
- Scenic, flat/fast course at Coldstream Research Park
- Commemative unisex sized T-shirts
- Overall & Age Group Awards (5-year divisions)
- 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Fun Walk (untimed), Kid's Dash & Virtual option
- Music, food, fun and fellowship
- Dress Up's encouraged! Prizes for the best dressed!
- Social Teams to expand your race experience. We'll have a prize for the largest team!
- Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography)
- Trunk or Treat to follow the races & awards ceremony
5K ROUTE MAP
PACKET PICKUP Our only packet pickup will be at Coldstream Dog Park (race venue) on Saturday, October 10th from 4:30-6:00pm.
Recovery Cafe Lexington is a peer-led, peer-run community space for individuals to build recovery relationships and find supportive resources. We aren’t the type of café that sells sandwiches or lattés; we're a gathering space for folks on a recovery journey and our allies. We celebrate every type and pathway of recovery (substance use, mental health, housing insecurity, and more). No matter the need, we have resources to help; whether you or someone you know is in long-term recovery or contemplating making a change. We invite anyone to attend a support group, a sober social event, or see a Recovery Coach who can help be a guide through unique challenges. A new life is waiting for you!
OUR VISION To empower people in their own recovery with a welcoming community driven sanctuary to connect with one another, heal, feel accepted, loved, and worthy of success in their life.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES 1.Connect with divine Love in ourselves and others, 2. Show Respect 3. Cultivate Compassion, 4. Practice Forgiveness, 5. Encourage Growth, 6. Give Back
The Monster Mash and Dash 5K Glow Run will support direct services at Recovery Cafe Lexington, including School for Recovery Learning Programs, Weekend Life-Enrichment Retreats, Sober-Social Events, and direct financial assistance to program participants.
Events
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
71°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lexington Bluegrass Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lexington, KY
Population
321,122
as of 2023
Elevation
994 ft
Nearest Airport
LEX
Blue Grass Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 69 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
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Waiting For?
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124
Days to train
- Race
- Monster Mash & Dash 5K Glow Run
- Date
- October 10, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Monster Mash & Dash 5K Glow Run?
- Monster Mash & Dash 5K Glow Run is a running race held in Lexington, Kentucky on October 10, 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 Mash & Dash 5K Glow Run?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Lexington, Kentucky at Coldstream Dog Park/Legacy Trail, Lexington, KY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Monster Mash & Dash 5K Glow Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Monster Mash & Dash 5K Glow Run
Oct 10, 2026