Monster Dash 5k Run/Walk 2026

The Monster Dash 5K Run/Walk is a Halloween-themed event held in Manito Park on Spokane's South Hill. Costumes are encouraged, and the event is designed for both adults and children. The chip-timed 5K begins in the morning, with a Kids' Fun Run taking place an hour later. This allows parents to complete the 5K before joining their children. The children's races are offered in 1-mile, half-mile, and quarter-mile distances. Adults are welcome to walk or run alongside children for the entire course. Upon finishing, children receive candy goodie bags. Bib and shirt pickup will be at the Lower Manito Park Picnic Shelter. All proceeds from the race benefit Active4Youth, a local nonprofit providing free school running programs and other healthy activities for children in multiple Spokane-area school districts.