
Monster Mash Dash 5K is a running race on October 31, 2026 in Pinehurst, NC, with an entry fee of $25.
Missed registering online? Onsite race day registration will be open 7:30-8:15am. Cash or check only.
Come out for a spooktacular course through the beautiful Village of Pinehurst on October 31! This family friendly event is a great way to start your celebration and support Special Olympics Moore County as you run, walk, or roll your way to the finish line. Costumes are encouraged and all ages are welcome. Participants will receive a custom race shirt and a post-race treat bag. Must register by 10/1 for t-shirt guarantee. Race will be professionally timed by Gate City Timing.
Medals will be awarded for the following categories:
Overall Female
Overall Male
Age Groups (1st, 2nd, and 3rd)
Female/Male: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Prizes for the top 3 Costumes!
Athletes in North Carolina are never charged a fee of any kind to participate in Special Olympics. Proceeds from this race will help fund the training facilities, uniforms, awards, equipment, transportation, and coaches' education that are important to every athlete's experience. Your participation gives the power of sport to athletes in Moore County.
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race day
Saturday, 10/31
High
67°
Low
47°
Conditions
Partly sunny
Chance of Rain
2%
Wind
8 to 12 mph
Population
17,992
as of 2023
City Elevation
509 ft
Nearest Airport
FAY
Fayetteville Regional Airport - Grannis Field · 36 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 60 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Monster Mash Dash 5K
Oct 31, 2026