MAD Dash 5K, MAD Dash 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, Remote Runner-Not Here, But Still M.A.D!, Cancer Survivor Breakfast, Recognition, & Optional 5k or 1Mile Run/Walk
Presented by McDonald's & Gilley Enterprises, MAD Dash 5K is an exciting new race in Monroe, Louisiana that benefits the Louisiana Cancer Foundation. MAD stands for "Making a Difference" and funds raised will support cancer patients and cancer survivors in northeast Louisiana. Join us at Forsythe Park, 2300 Sycamore Street, Monroe, LA 71201 for the 2nd annual MAD Dash 5k & One-Mile Fun Run! Online registration will close on September 20, 2026, at 11:59pm. In-person registration is available during packet pick up on Thursday, September 24th and Friday, September 25th. You can pick up your packets between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. (location to be determined). Race day registration will be available on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the registration tent. Awards All groups will have a 1st, 2nd, 3rd winner, with both a Male and Female category. Overall-1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall Survivor-1st, 2nd, 3rd 14 and under 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-45 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 64-69 70+
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 26.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Monroe, LA.
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
