The Monster Mash Dash starts at 9:45 AM on October 3rd, 2026, giving you a reasonable morning window to arrive in Lorain without an pre-dawn drive. Located at 642 Broadway, this running and walking event offers a 1-mile distance, making it accessible for a range of fitness levels or as a warm-up race during your fall season. Entry fees range from $15 to $40 depending on registration timing. Plan your travel to the venue with standard race-day logistics in mind: parking availability, packet pickup procedures, and warm-up space near the start line.
From the Race Organizer
Come with your best Halloween spirit for Main Street Lorain's Monster Mash Dash on Saturday, October 3rd! This community race benefits Main Street Lorain – the 501 c (3) non-profit dedicated to promoting collaboration and celebration as a means of making downtown Lorain vibrant and accessible to residents and visitors of all ages. #LorainProud Costumes are Encouraged! Main Street Lorain encourages all participants to dress up in their spookiest, goofiest, and most entertaining costumes for this 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk. Dogs are Welcome! Bring along your four-legged friend to run or walk with you. And don't forget their costume, they could win the "Best Dressed Pooch" award! New in 2026! Finisher medal for all participants - adults and kids! T-shirt for all participants - adults and kids! New costume contest categories, including: Best adult individual costume Best adult group costume Best child costume Best dressed dog Logistics Timeline: 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk: 10:00AM Mini Monster Mash Dash: 9:45AM Starting Address: TBA Distance: 5K Run (chip timed) 1 Mile Walk (dog-friendly) 100 Yard Dash (kids 12 years old and younger) Registration: 5K & 1 Mile – EARLY BIRD – $30 - April 3, 2026 through August 2, 2026 (Save $10 per person!) 5K & 1 Mile – $35 – August 3, 2026 through Friday, October 2, 2026 (Save $5 per person!) 5K & 1 Mile – $40 – October 3, 2026 through Race Morning Mini Monster Mash Dash – $15 - April 3, 2026 through Race morning Packet Pickup: Friday, October 2, 2026 5:00pm to 7:00pm United Way of Greater Lorain County 642 Broadway, Lorain, OH 44052 Saturday, October 3, 2026 Day of Registration Time: 8:30am to 9:30am Location TBA Awards: Awards ceremony begins at 11:00am at Location TBA Top 3 Male and Female Overall Finishers Age Group Awards Costume Awards Best adult individual costume Best adult group costume Best child costume Best dressed dog Mailed Entries All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, September 30, 2026. See below for more information.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 3.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Lorain, OH.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Monster Mash Dash 2026 — Lorain, OH takes place on October 3, 2026. The race is held in Lorain, Ohio.
Where is Monster Mash Dash 2026 — Lorain, OH held?
Monster Mash Dash 2026 — Lorain, OH is held at 642 Broadway in Lorain, Ohio.
Where can I find hotels near Monster Mash Dash 2026 — Lorain, OH?
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