Monster Dash presented by GA’s Own Credit Union

Join us for the Monster Dash presented by GA’s Own Credit Union, the second event of the 7th Annual Flint River Entertainment Complex (FREC) 5K Race Series. Hosted at Veterans Park Amphitheatre in Downtown Albany, the Monster Dash is a fun, family-friendly event that welcomes runners and walkers of all experience levels.

The race begins at 9:00 AM on Saturday, October 24, with the course starting and finishing at the Veterans Park Amphitheatre. This event features its own unique 5K course and continues a three-race series that continues throughout the fall.

Registration Options

Monster Dash Only

Participate in the Monster Dash as a standalone event.

• Registration Fee: $30
• Includes:
  • Entry to the Monster Dash 5K
  • Official race T-shirt

FREC 5K Race Series (All 3 Races)

Take on the full series and compete for overall awards.

• Registration Fee: $75
• Includes:
  • Entry to all three FREC 5K races:
    • Pink Run – October 3
    • Monster Dash – October 24
    • Turkey Trot – November 21
  • A race T-shirt for each event
  • Commemorative Race Series finisher medal (participants must complete all three races to receive the medal)
  • Eligibility for overall series awards

1-Mile Fun Run

A 1-Mile Fun Run is also available for participants of all ages.

• Registration Fee: $10
• Fun Run registration does not include a race T-shirt.

Packet Pickup

Race packets will be available for pickup on race day during registration, prior to the start of the event.

Race Series Awards

Participants registered for the FREC 5K Race Series will compete for overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Grand Prizes, presented following the Turkey Trot on November 21. To be eligible for series awards and to receive the commemorative finisher medal, runners must complete all three races.

Whether you’re joining us for the Monster Dash or taking on the entire FREC 5K Race Series, we look forward to seeing you at the starting line!

Registration is open.