Michigan Monster Dash
Race Date
Oct 24, 2026
Location
Milford, MI
The Experience
Join us for the 8th Annual Michigan Monster Dash, returning to the scenic Kensington Metro Park! Runners will enjoy breathtaking views, a mostly flat course, and the peaceful beauty of Kensington’s wooded surroundings. The Start/Finish line is set at picturesque Maple Beach, with the race winding along the shores of stunning Kent Lake. Can’t make it to the park? No problem! All race distances are also available virtually. Simply choose your distance and complete it on your own schedule—whether that’s in your neighborhood, on a treadmill, at a local park, or wherever you feel most comfortable. We can’t wait to welcome you to this fun, family-friendly Halloween tradition! 🎃👟 More info at www.MichiganMonsterDash.com The Michigan Monster Dash has partnered with Make-A-Wish Michigan. Please donate by CLICKING HERE.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Giveaway
Technical Shirt
Start Location
Kensington Metropark, Milford, MI, 48380
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Also Offers
Historical Performance
Median Finish
2:06:05
9:37/mi
Winning Time
1:27:03
6:39/mi
Finishers (2025)
181
States Represented
12 / 50
Gender Split
Finish Time Distribution
FASTER 25%
1:55:43
MEDIAN
2:06:05
SLOWER 25%
2:21:45
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
44°
Afternoon (High)
59°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
72%
Humidity
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