5K Monster Dash

Race Overview

🧛:‍♂️🕯:️🩸: Dare to Dash… Into the Underworld? 🩸:🕯:️🧛:‍♀️

This Halloween, the gates to the underworld creak open… and you’re invited in.

Event Details

• Date: October 31st, 2026
• Time: 8:00 AM
• Location: 3650 E. Ave G., Hutchinson, KS
• Race URL: 5K Monster Dash Registration

Race Experience

Descend 650 feet below the earth’s surface and race through the shadowy tunnels of a real salt mine, lit by flickering lanterns and eerie candlelight, every twist and turn feels like a step deeper into the unknown…

Costume Contest

🦇: Come in costume and embrace your place among the creatures of the underworld! Whether you’re a classic vampire, crypt keeper, or something entirely unearthly, the most fang-tastic looks may earn a devilishly good surprise.

Important Requirements

• Helmets: You’ll need a helmet (bike helmets work great) and a light source — headlamps or flashlights are highly recommended.
• Inspection: Helmets are required and will be inspected by staff before entry.
• Age Restrictions: No one under 8 may enter. Ages 8–17 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Starting Heat: Select your starting heat when registering — limited to 30 participants per heat.

Additional Information

• Walkers: Run or walk, but walkers should choose an earlier heat. Anyone still on the course at 12:00 PM will be escorted to the finish.
• Self-Timing: This is a fun run, clocks will be located at the start and finish for self-timing.
• Punctuality: Arrive at least 15 minutes before your heat to pick up your race packet. Late arrivals may be moved to the final heat.
• Proceeds: All proceeds support Strataca: Kansas Underground Salt Museum.

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