North Carolina · 5K
Monster Dash
Monster Dash is a 5K event held in Carolina Beach, North Carolina. It was last held on October 17, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Carolina Beach, NC
Race details
- Last held
- October 17, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Carolina Beach, North Carolina
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
- Start time
- 11:00 AM EDT
About the Monster Dash
A 5K trail run in Carolina Beach State Park to commemorate Great Trails State Day and raise money for young runners.
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Monster Dash: common questions
- When is the Monster Dash?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Monster Dash held?
- In Carolina Beach, North Carolina.
- What distances does the Monster Dash offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the Monster Dash?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Monster Dash?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $35 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
- What time does the Monster Dash start?
- 11:00 AM EDT.
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