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Saturday, October 24th, 2026
699 Conehete St, Murphy NC
5K
47–67°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
36–63°F
dry
2024
47–73°F
dry
2023
46–72°F
dry
2022
44–73°F
dry
2021
49–74°F
dry
2020
60–73°F
rain
2019
43–66°F
dry
2018
38–66°F
dry
2017
46–59°F
dry
2016
49–72°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Join us for a 5k run/walk for all ages to help raise money for our local Cherokee County Shop with a Cop.
Date and Location
- Date: 2026-10-24
- Location: 699 Conehete St, Murphy, NC
- Details: Kids under 12 will be free.
- URL: Monster Mash Dash 5k Registration
Costume Guidelines
- Costumes: Costumes are welcome, provided they are suitable for all ages.
About Cherokee County Shop With A Cop
Cherokee County Shop With A Cop is an organization that provides a unique experience for children k-5th grade. This program raises money to take the candidates shopping paired with a police officer or other public safety member (EMS, FIRE, WILDLIFE).
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Oct 23 – 25, 2026.
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