The Monster Dash 5K is coming to Des Moines, and we’re bringing it to the spooky trails of Raccoon River Park for a Halloween-themed race you won’t want to miss.
Whether you’re running with friends, walking the course, or just looking for an excuse to break out your best Halloween costume, the Monster Dash is ready to bring some fun to race day.
The 5K features a pre-race costume contest, chip timing, free event photos, big finisher medals, awesome Halloween-themed shirts, and more! There will also be a Lil’ Monsters Kids Run for ages 10 and under, plus costume awards for those who really want to embrace the Halloween spirit.
So start planning your costume, grab your running crew, and get ready to hit the course at Raccoon River Park!
Oct 24, 2026
Distance — 0.1K
Type — Running
17:20
$12.00
Oct 24, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
17:30
$30.00
Oct 24, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
17:30
$40.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in West Des Moines.
Learn more about the host city, West Des Moines.
West Des Moines is a city in Iowa, United States. Most of the city is in Polk County, some of it is in Dallas County, and small portions extend into Warren and Madison Counties.
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