Newton Pride Monster Dash 5K
Date and time
Friday, October 23, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Location
44 Ryerson Ave, Newton, NJ
Date and time
Friday, October 23, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Location
44 Ryerson Ave, Newton, NJ
Date and time
Friday, October 23, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Location
44 Ryerson Ave, Newton, NJ
👻 Run for your life — it's the Monster Dash!
The Newton Pride Monster Dash 5K & Fun Run is Newton's spookiest community race, and we want YOU on the starting line.
Lace up, dress up, and hit the streets of Newton on a certified 5K course winding through Ryerson, Plainfield, and Linwood — starting and finishing right at Newton High School. Whether you're chasing a PR or just chasing candy, this is the race for you.
🎃 WHAT TO EXPECT
🦇 1-Mile Fun Run: 8:00–8:30 AM
👻 5K: 8:30 AM
🔸USATF Certified 5K course through the streets of Newton 🔸Fun Run option for all ages and paces 🔸Costume contest energy — dress to impress (or terrify) 🔸Age group and overall awards 🔸A true community celebration benefiting Newton students
🏆 AWARDS Top Male & Female Overall, plus Age Group Awards for: 19 & Under | 20–29 | 30–39 | 40–49 | 50–59 | 60–69 | 70+
🧡 RUN WITH PURPOSE Every registration supports the Newton Pride Education Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to enriching the educational experience at Newton High School.
🙋 VOLUNTEER WITH US Clubs, teams, and community groups — we'd love your help on race day! From water stations to course marshals to packet pick-up, volunteering is a great way to earn service hours or spend a fun morning together. Reach out through our Contact Us form to sign up.
🏷️ SAVE 10% at checkout with code NEWTONPRIDE25
Costumes encouraged. Prizes awarded. Spirits guaranteed.
5K
1 mile