Zombie Dash 5K 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Entry fee
- From $35 · goes up to $40 on Oct 31, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zombie Dash 5K | 5K | Oct 31, 20269:00 AM | $35$40 after Oct 31, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $40 on Oct 31, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $35 until Oct 30, then $40 until Oct 31.
Online registration closes Oct 31, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Delaware ($35).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Delaware runs 33:43, about 10:51 a mile, based on 102 races with published results. Women typically finish in 37:11 and men in 30:27.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:27 AM, and the Zombie Dash 5K starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 20 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
391 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 31 the day usually runs from 50°F at dawn to 63°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 12% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 77°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 391 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 20 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 31, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Zombie Dash 5K?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $35 before processing fees, and rises to $40 on Oct 31, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 31, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Delaware?
- At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Delaware ($35).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 391 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901.
From the organizers
Get ready for a frightfully fun day at the Zombie Dash 5K presented by the Venom Athletics 13U Softball Team! Whether you're racing to the finish line or enjoying a leisurely walk, this event is perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels.
Come dressed in your most creative zombie, spooky, or Halloween-inspired costume for a chance to win prizes for Best Adult Costume and Best Children's Costume!
The fun doesn't stop at the finish line—enjoy delicious food, and a festive atmosphere, courtesy of our generous sponsor, Greene Turtle. Bring your family, gather your friends, and join us for a morning filled with fitness, fun, and just the right amount of fright!
Walk it. Run it. Survive it.