The McKinney Monster Dash 5K, Presented by Texans Credit Union, is back on Saturday, October 31, 2026!

🎃 Join us at Bonnie Wenk Park to kick off Halloween morning with a spooktacular 5K full of fun, costumes, and community spirit! Dash to the finish line to claim your Monster Dash finisher's medal and enjoy a complimentary TUPPS beer! Festivities begin at 8:00 AM, and the race kicks off at 9:00 AM!

👻 Registration Details
Your registration includes entry into our chip-timed 5K, the official Monster Dash t-shirt, a custom race bib, and our signature finisher's medal! Costumes are encouraged to make this morning even more spooktacular. A portion of the event proceeds proudly supports our nonprofit partner, The Warriors Keep.

🏃‍♂️ Get Ready to Compete!
CASH prizes will be awarded to the Top Overall Male and Female racers during our awards ceremony! The Awards Ceremony begins shortly after the race!

Prizes:

• 1st Place – $100
• 2nd Place – $50
• 3rd Place – $25
• Stroller Strider 1st Place – $25

PLUS awards for the top male and female in each age group: 14 & under, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60+.

✨ Festival Fun All Morning Long!
Enjoy a lively, family-friendly celebration featuring local vendors, festive photo opportunities, music, and a costume contest presented by Whataburger with prizes including free Whataburger for a year! This is one of McKinney's most spooky and fun community events and is perfect for all ages.

🎃 Huge thanks to our incredible 2026 Event Partners who make this event possible: Texans Credit Union, Trinity Falls, Whataburger, TUPPS Brewery, and many more!

🍻 Keep the Celebration Going!
After the Monster Dash 5K, head to Historic Downtown McKinney for the Spooktacular Brews & Boos Walk starting at 11:00 AM! Sip, stroll, and sample craft brews while enjoying the Halloween festivities.

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