FAQ

Where is Number Pick up?

Saturday October 25, 2025 - 12PM-2PM at Daddy Jones at 525 Medford St, Somerville.

Sunday October 26, 2025 - beginning at 9:30AM. Final pickup at 10:30 at the amphitheater near the Start/Finish Line

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When does registration close?

We shut down online registration on Friday October 24th, 2025 at 8PM.

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Do you offer same day registration?

Yes, we offer limited same day registration for an additional same day registration fee (Normal reg fee + $5).  We will close same day registration at the start of the youth races at 10:30 a.m.  Save yourself some $$$ and sign up ahead of time!

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Tell us Parking Options!

The parking garage in Assembly Row next to the AMC movie theatre allows ​visitors to park for free up to 3 hours. Additionally, you may access Assembly Row by train with the Orange Line T Stop.

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Is there a bag check?

There is a 2025 bag check, but please arrive with limited gear.

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What time do the Youth Races starts?

​Before the official Monster Dash 5K, we will hold  2 youth races that will start and finish on a closed path around Baxter Riverfront Park @ Assembly Row.

The youth 200 meter race starts at 10:30 a.m., followed by the youth half mile (800M) timed race at 10:40 a.m. 

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When do I get my snazzy award for winning a race or costume category?

We have an award ceremony immediately after the completion of the race.  We'll start with top finisher times by age brackets listed on the Prize Category page.  For costumes, we have volunteers that will be judging before the race, during the race and at the finish line who will make selections.  

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