9th Annual MDC Monster Mash 5k Dash and Family Fun Day

The Annual 5K Family Fun Day will take place on Saturday, October 18th, 2025, at Zoo Miami's special event area. There's something for everyone at this year's Family Fun Day!

No tricks, all treats, and a touch of spooky and sweet at the 9th Annual Monster Mash 5k Dash and Family Fun Day. Join us for a day of not so scary fun, and fitness. Lace up your sneakers and bring your family along to enjoy. We invite you and your family to dress up in your most festive costume! Employees can come dressed up for the season at the 5k, please ensure that you follow the Zoo’s rules on restricted items.

This event is open to all ages and fitness levels; please see the anticipated timeline below: 

• 7:00 am: Experienced runners start
• 7:30 am: General race opens 
• 9:00 am: Race Start closes
• 10:00 am: Awards Ceremony for Age Group winners

At the completion of the run/walk, employees and their families will be able to join our community partners and groups with giveaways, prizes, and lots of valuable information. Shopping Area with treats and groovy seasonal merchandise to celebrate the fall holiday season

Some of the event highlights:

• Celebrate our 5K racers and I Thrive Anniversary   
• Entertainment from Creative Entertainment Group   
• Food and refreshments featuring food trucks and other partners
• Kid Zone with Rock Climbing walls, Bounce Houses, and fun for the whole family
• Giveaways, contests and more

Registration Closes on October 18th, 2025

*T-shirt sizing and complete race day packet cannot be guaranteed to those who register after August 23rd, 2025. 

Note: This will be an in-person event and all participants in attendance are recommended follow all applicable County and State guidelines.