Newton Pride Monster Dash 5K - SAVE $15 by using PROMO CODE BACK2SCHOOL- valid until 9/21
Date and time
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location
44 Ryerson Ave, Newton, NJ
Date and time
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location
44 Ryerson Ave, Newton, NJ
Date and time
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location
44 Ryerson Ave, Newton, NJ
👻 Run for your life — it's the Monster Dash!
. 🏷️ SAVE $15 at checkout with code BACK2SCHOOL
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 upCostumes encouraged. Prizes awarded. Spirits guaranteed.
5K
1 mile