They did the dash, they did the monster dash!
The monster dash, it was a graveyard smash!
Come join StartLine Racing under the lights
at Arizona Boardwalk for our 5th annual
Monster Dash 5K Run/Walk!
Have you always wanted to run with monsters?
They will be roaming the course and the event area so beware!
Bring your friends, and throw on a costume!
This event has limited spaces available.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Run/Walk
Price changes in 1 month 21 days-
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$33.46
$30 + processing fee
Feb 1 – May 31 -
Register for 5K Run/Walk$38.81
$35 + processing fee
Now registering Jun 1 – Sep 30 -
$44.17
$40 + processing fee
Oct 1 – Oct 24
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Virtual Run
Registration closes in 2 months 14 days-
Run anywhere on your own time and we will mail out your swag!
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$28.11
$25 + processing fee
Feb 1 – May 31 -
Register for Virtual Run$33.46
$30 + processing fee
Now registering Jun 1 – Oct 24
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Thank you to our Sponsors!
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Mail-in and Virtual Run Registration
To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing.
Can't make it to this year's event but still want to participate? This year will feature a Monster Dash Virtual. A virtual race is a race that can be ran at any location. You can walk, use the treadmill, run outside or participate in another race. You can run your race at your pace wherever you like. All virtual race participants will receive a custom event finisher's medal and custom event shirt. Please note that your shirt and medal will be mailed out following the event on October 24, 2025. Prior to the event all virtual participants will receive an email with instructions on how to submit your time.
Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at info@startlineracing.com
What You Get!
Custom Event Finisher's Medal
Custom Event Dri-Fit Shirt. Option to select 'NO SHIRT' option at checkout and receive $5 off your registration.
Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups (race day participants only). Our age groups are the following:
8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 -79, 80 & Over
Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Snack" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)
Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)
Owned and operated by StartLine Racing!
Chance to get spooked out on the course!
Please note any race related items (shirts, medals, etc.) will NOT be mailed to those who register for the in person event and choose not to attend.
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Race Night Information
We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons. You must start at the back of the pack.
Bicycles, roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices are not allowed on the run or walk courses.
Race day registration will be available beginning at 6:30pm at Arizona Boardwalk.
We accept cash, and credit cards on race day (checks are no longer accepted)
Race day fee will be:
- 5K - $45
This event will take place rain or moonshine. There are no refunds or transfers due to weather.
Leashed pet friendly
Warning - there will be monsters and mummies roaming the event area and the course. So if you scare easily then come prepared!
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Course Map
Packet Pick-up Opportunities
Packet pick-up will be on Thursday, October 23rd from 3-6pm at Road Runner Sports in N. Phoenix (map)
- Road Runner Sports is located at 7077 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85054
You can also pickup your packet starting at 6pm on Race Night.
Event schedule
- Thu, October 23, 2025 3:00 PM - Packet Pick-Up at Road Runner Sports in N. Phoenix from 3-6pm
- Fri, October 24, 2025 6:30 PM - Race night packet pickup opens
- Fri, October 24, 2025 7:30 PM - 5K Begins
- Fri, October 24, 2025 8:30 PM - Award Ceremony Begins (approx.)
Contact information
- Event contact
- StartLine Racing
- Phone
- +1 480-912-7878
- Website
- Visit website
