Welcome to Bakersfield’s Halloween Run, our Monster Mash Dash 5K Run/Walk and Little Monster Dash!  This Halloween-themed annual race is an event that you won't want to miss and we guarantee you will experience a spooktacular fun time!  Wear a Costume and be in our Costume Contest!  Largest Group Award!
Our Charity Partner for the Monster Mash Dash is Kern County Youth and Family Resource Centers.

Schedule:

8:00am Late Packet Pickup
8:45am Costume Contest
9:00am Kids Race
9:05am 5K Start

Awards:

Age Group awards for 5k ONLY!  No timing or awards for the kid's event, although they receive a glow in the dark finisher medal and event shirt.
Age group awards for our timed 5k:
10 and Under, 11 - 19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59. 60 - 69. 70 and over
Strollers are welcome! Due to runner's safety do not bring dogs on the course.
Race goes on rain or shine.  No refunds.  

Great Amenities:

Each participant will receive:

- HUGE custom GLOW in the DARK finisher's medallion!
- All Children will receive a custom Trick-or-Treat bag!
- GLOW in the DARK Event shirt!
- Treats for kids and adults!
- Decorated Course
- Halloween Music
- Costume Contest
- Largest Group Contest

Glow in the Dark Finisher Medal & Shirt:

Adults and Little Monsters alike will love their glow in the dark shirt. Our 2024 medallion and event shirt will be released soon!

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