The Winky Providence Monster Dash 5K takes place on October 25, 2026, in Providence, Rhode Island, starting at 9:00 AM from 250 South Water Street. The event offers two distance options: a 1K and a 5K, with entry fees ranging from $17 to $36. Whether you're racing in person or prefer flexibility, the event accommodates both on-site participants and virtual runners. This makes it accessible for athletes traveling to Providence who want competitive timing without being bound to the specific race location and date.
From the Race Organizer
ABOUT THE RACE Join us for the Winky Providence Monster Dash 5K on Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Downtown Providence, RI. Celebrate Halloween FUN with loved ones and run or walk this FUN Halloween 5K. Don't forget the kids! Our kids race is open to children 12 and under. Parents are welcome to run with their kids. RACE INFORMATION Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026 Time: 9:00am Kids Run (Ages 12 and under. Girls race first followed by the boys race) // 10am 5K Run/Walk Location: South water Street, Providence RI. EVENTS Kids Dash Run Approximately 1/4 mile for ages 12 and under. Parents may run with their children. 9:00 am Start Time. Girls run will be first. Boys will start after the girls kids run. 5K Run/Walk 3.1 Miles. As always, walkers are welcome. Please Note: No pets allowed and strolled must start in the back for safety reasons. 10am Start Time. COSTUME CONTEST $100 for the best individual costume. $200 for the best team costume. Minimum of three people for the team costume contest. ENTRY FEES 5K Run/Walk $32 to 7/31/2026 $34 8/1/2026 to 9/30/2026 $36 10/1/2026 to 10/24/2026 $40 Race Walk Up Registration on race day. *Online registration closes at 8p.m. on 10/24/2026 ** T-Shirts are not guaranteed for walk up registrations. Kids Monster Dash $17 to 7/31/2026 $18 8/1/2026 to 9/30/2026 $19 10/1/2026 to 10/24/2026 $20 Walk Up Registration on race day. Sorry no refunds and no pets allowed. PACKET PICKUP & ON-SITE REGISTRATION Pre-Race Packet Pickup Friday, October 23th, 2026 Noon - 6pm Marathon Sports Level 1, 1 Providence Place, Providence, RI Saturday, October 24, 2026 10am - 5pm Marathon Sports Level 1, 1 Providence Place, Providence, RI Race Day Packet Pickup Sunday, October 25, 2025 South Water Street, Providence, RI 8:30am - 10am Walk up registrations will be accepted on Saturday and Sunday. Please Note: Race t-shirts are not guaranteed for walk up registrations on race day. AWARDS Individual Awards Top 3 Overall Winners (Under 19) Winners (age 20-29) Winners (age 30-39) Winners (age 40-49) Winners (age 50-59) Winners (age 60-69) Winners (age 70+) Overall awards are scored on gun time. Age groups scored by chip time. Top 3 Boys/Girls in Kids race. Team Award Prize will be awarded to the top overall team. Top 3 score based on chip time. No limit on Team size. Online entry for Teams only.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 25.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Providence, RI.
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
When is Winky Providence Monster Dash 5K 2026 — Providence, RI?
Winky Providence Monster Dash 5K 2026 — Providence, RI takes place on October 25, 2026. The race is held in Providence, Rhode Island.
Where is Winky Providence Monster Dash 5K 2026 — Providence, RI held?
Winky Providence Monster Dash 5K 2026 — Providence, RI is held at 250 South Water Street in Providence, Rhode Island.
Where can I find hotels near Winky Providence Monster Dash 5K 2026 — Providence, RI?
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