Monster Dash 5K Run/Walk
Sat, Oct 17, 2026, 10:00 AM CDT
- Location
- Platteville, WI
- 890 Valley Road, 53818
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
A festive, family-friendly 5K run/walk on the Rountree Branch Trail, perfect for celebrating Halloween with costumes and themed fun.
- Fun
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Quirky
FestiveGreat for
- Family Friendly
- Walkers Welcome
Family Friendly
Walkers WelcomeJoin the family-friendly Monster Dash 5K Run/Walk, hosted by the Platteville Community Arboretum. This mid-October event invites runners and walkers of all abilities to enjoy a fun time on the Rountree Branch Trail. Embrace the Halloween spirit by wearing your favorite costume, and look forward to themed prizes and swag for all participants. It's a welcoming experience designed for everyone to enjoy the autumn air and festive atmosphere.
What to expect
- Enjoy a welcoming 5K run or walk on the Rountree Branch Trail, suitable for all abilities.
- Embrace the Halloween spirit by wearing a costume; themed prizes await participants.
- Receive a guaranteed T-shirt if registered by October 4th, plus additional swag.
Standout details
- Costumes encouraged
- Halloween-themed prizes & swag
- Family-friendly event
- On the Rountree Branch Trail
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Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingThe course
- Hilly
- Walkers welcome
From the organizer
The 2026 Monster Dash is hosted by the Platteville Community Arboretum! This is a family-friendly event that includes runners and walkers of all abilities. A fun time for all!
It's mid-October and costumes are encouraged to be worn. Halloween-themed prizes, shirts and swag for all participants!
The entire run/walk will be on the Rountree Branch Trail!
The race will begin at 10 AM on the south side of Valley Road (near the Fish Garden on the trail) with parking available in the City Garage’s parking lot (890 Valley Road). For registration the day of, look for the registration tent starting at 9 AM.
T-Shirt Note: All registrations received by October 4th are guaranteed a T-shirt.
NOTE: Online registration ENDS at 11:59 PM on Thursday, October 15th. After that, you can register in-person (by cash or VENMO) for $30 the day of the event starting at 9 AM on Saturday, October 17th.
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