The annual Cox Running Club Monster Dash will take place at the Woodshed Smokehouse in Fort Worth, Texas. This fun and festive race event features a 5K, Half Marathon, and a crowd-favorite Beer Mile, offering something for runners of all levels. With a fast, flat course, great post-race refreshments, and a lively atmosphere, the Monster Dash brings together the running community for a memorable day of competition and celebration.
CRC Monster Dash & Beer Mile
Half Marathon • 5K • Beer Mile
📅 Date
Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 Location
Woodshed Smokehouse
3201 Riverfront Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76107
🏁 Race Day Schedule
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6:30 AM – Packet Pickup & Race Day Registration
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7:30 AM – Half Marathon
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8:00 AM – 5K Run/Walk
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10:30 AM – Beer Mile
📝 Online registration ends: October 2
📝 Race day registration: Begins at 6:30 AM at the race site
💲 Entry Fees
5K Run/Walk
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Registered by August 1: $30
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Registered by September 1: $35
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Registered by October 2: $40
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Race Day: $40
Half Marathon
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Registered by August 1: $60
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Registered by September 1: $65
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Registered by October 2: $70
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Race Day: $75
Beer Mile
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$20 — Limited to 50 participants
📦 Packet Pickup
Race Day Only
Beginning at 6:30 AM at the race site
🎉 Race Features
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Fast & flat course
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Awards 3 deep in 5-year age brackets
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Free soft drinks & refreshments
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Beer (where applicable)
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Cox Running Club technical shirt
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Custom finisher medals
👉 All registered participants receive a Cox Running Club Technical Shirt.
🏆 Awards
Overall Awards
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Overall Male & Female
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Overall Masters Male & Female
Age Groups
12 & Under; 13–15; 16–18; 19–24; 25–29; 30–34; 35–39; 40–44; 45–49; 50–54; 55–59; 60–64; 65–69; 70–74; 75–79; 80 & Over; Race Walkers
🏅 Awards apply to 5K and Half Marathon only.
