👻 Run for Your Life — It's the Monster Dash!

The Newton Pride Monster Dash 5K & 1K 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 USATF-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 race is for you.

🎃 What to Expect

🦇 1K 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
Costumes encouraged — dress to impress (or terrify!)
Overall and age group awards
A true community celebration benefiting Newton students

🏆 5K Awards - Awards will be presented to the Top Male & Female Overall, plus winners in the following age groups:

19 & Under • 20–29 • 30–39 • 40–49 • 50–59 • 60–69 • 70+

🥫 Run, Give & Support Benny's Bodega
This year, we're making the Monster Dash about more than crossing the finish line! The Newton Pride Education Foundation is proud to support our community partner, Benny's Bodega, through a race-day food drive. We encourage every runner and family to bring a canned food item or other nonperishable food donation to the race. We'll collect donations at Newton High School and deliver them to Benny's Bodega to help local individuals and families in need.

One race. One community. Neighbors helping neighbors. ❤️💛💙

🧡 Run with Purpose
Every registration supports the Newton Pride Education Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to enriching the educational experience of Newton students through scholarships, educational opportunities, teacher grants, and community engagement. When you run the Monster Dash, you're not just earning miles — you're supporting Newton students and our community.

🙋 Volunteer with Us
Clubs, teams, students, and community groups — we'd love your help on race day! From water stations and course marshaling to packet pickup and race-day activities, volunteering is a great way to earn service hours or spend a fun morning giving back. Reach out through our Contact Us form to get involved.

🎃 Costumes encouraged. Prizes awarded. Spirits guaranteed.

🥫 And don't forget your canned food donation for Benny's Bodega!