# YMCA Freaky 5K & Mini Monster Dash

- **When:** Fri, Oct 30, 2026 · 7:00 PM CDT
- **Where:** Pierce Park, Appleton, WI, 54911
- **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rs-73936-ymca-freaky-5k-mini-monster-dash

## Registration

Register on the event's own site: https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/Appleton/YMCAFreaky5K?aflt_token=58wBqomPr6bPwa1YDhuKo0IQvrNCjzTq

## Description

Enjoy the autumn colors and remarkable scenery along the shores of the Fox River.  The Freaky 5K is for participants of all ages and abilities.  Come out to enjoy a day with friends, family and co-workers.   There is even a COSTUME CONTEST for you to channel your inner child. 

ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE

Freaky 5K T-Shirt (If registered before 10/18)
Custom Finishers Medal
Chip Timing
Refreshments

START TIMES:  Mini Monster Dash 8:00 AM,  5K Walk / Run 8:30 AM

PACKET PICKUP

Participants can pick up their race bib, timing chip, goodie bag and t-shirt at the following times.  Sorry NO early pickup on Friday.

Friday, Oct. 30 @Appleton YMCA from 3-5 pm.

Saturday, Oct.31 @ Pierce Park from 6:30-8:30 am

COSTUME CONTEST

The Costume Contest will take place following the 5K run/walk.  Awards will be given for the following categories:  Adult, Group, Child.  We encourage originality and FUN!

AWARDS

Awards will be presented to the top 3 overall (Male / Female) and we will be awarding the winner of each age group.  Age groups are: 9 and under, 10-19, 20 -29, 30-39, 40 - 49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

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Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rs-73936-ymca-freaky-5k-mini-monster-dash](https://runthis.run/event/rs-73936-ymca-freaky-5k-mini-monster-dash) — data from Run This (runthis.run).