Winky Providence Monster Dash 5K
Participants run or walk a Halloween-themed 5K course through Downtown Providence, braving a zombie-infested RIPTA bus tunnel along the way. Younger runners can join an approximately quarter-mile Kids Dash alongside their parents. Participants can also dress up for individual and team costume contests and celebrate at an official post-race party.
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When
Tickets
5K Run/Walk: $34 through 7/31/2026; $36 from 8/1/2026 to 9/30/2026; $38 from 10/1/2026 to 10/25/2026; $45 for race-day walk-up registration. Kids Run: $15 through 7/31/2026; $16 from 8/1/2026 to 9/30/2026; $17 from 10/1/2026 to 10/25/2026; $20 for race-day walk-up registration. Race participants 21+ can get a free Chair 2 beer with ID and the tear-off coupon on their race number.
Hours
Kids Dash girls run: 9:30 am; boys run immediately after. 5K: 10:00 a.m. Pre-race packet pickup: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 10am–5pm. Race-day packet pickup: Sunday, October 25, 2026, 8:30am–10am.
Ages
All ages (Kids Dash open to children 12 and under)
Neighborhood
Downtown Providence
Food & Drink
At the post-race gathering, participants ages 21 and older can receive a complimentary Chair 2 beer with valid ID and the coupon on their race number.
Parking
Free Sunday street parking is available near 195 District Park; participants can walk over the Pedestrian Bridge to the start/finish area.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Park for free on Sunday streets near 195 District Park and walk over the Pedestrian Bridge to the start and finish line.
- Sign up before race weekend to secure an official race t-shirt, as shirts are not guaranteed for walk-up registrations.
- If you plan to run or walk with a stroller, line up at the back of the pack for safety.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are pets or strollers allowed on the course?
Pets are strictly not allowed. Strollers are permitted, but participants pushing strollers must start in the back for safety.
How do you enter the costume contest?
Check in with the race photographer at the finish line before the race starts. Finalists are later posted on social media for public voting, with cash prizes awarded for best individual and best team costumes.
Can parents accompany their children in the Kids Dash?
Yes, parents are welcome to run alongside their children in the Kids Dash, which is open to kids ages 12 and under.
Where is the post-race party?
The post-race gathering takes place at Yellow Door Taqueria at 191 Dorrance Street, where participants ages 21 and older can receive a complimentary beer by presenting a valid ID and their race bib coupon.
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