Family Program

Zombie Dash

Dodge Zombies as you run through a beautiful fall terrain!

Sunday, October 29, 2023 - 10:00am
Event Location
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
Advance Registration Required
Yes

Event Details

The Brick Companies 5k Zombie Dash logo
A green cartoon zombie with a brown shirt and pants. The top of the zombie's head is missing, exposing part of its skull. The Zombie is in a walking position with its arms stretched straight out in front of it, its mouth open, and its pupil-less eyes enlarged.

This Halloween weekend, grab your running shoes and favorite post-apocalypse T-shirt for SERC’s first-ever zombie dash! Make your way through 5 kilometers of zombie-infested trails, while trying to avoid the volunteer zombies jumping out from the trees. For younger racers, we’ll have a zombie-free 1k with post-run trick or treating. Costumes optional….just don’t forget to bring your brain.

Get ready for a fun-filled day perfect for the entire family featuring:

  • Fun and scenic 5k trail run course with hidden zombies
  • Kids Fun Run
  • Inflatable Costume Mad Dash
  • Finish-line medals for all participants
  • Participant shirts for all registered 5k participants
  • Skele-bration Zone with lots of tricks and treats, including food and beverage
  • 5k entry includes one complimentary beer or non-alcoholic beverage

Cost: Zombie Dash 5K - $40 | Kids Fun Run - $20 | Inflatable Costume Mad Dash - Free

Zombie Dash 5k and Kids Fun Run Event Schedule

8:00 am - Registration and bib pick-up opens
10:00 am - Zombie Dash 5k starts
11:00 am - Kids Fun Run
11:30 am - Inflatable Costume Mad Dash
11:40 am - Awards for Zombie Dash 5k - top 3 overall female / male (timed from gun start)
*schedule is subject to change

Race Bib Pick-up

Friday, October 27 | 3pm - 6pm @ The Brick Companies, 3168 Braverton Street, Edgewater
Sunday, October 29 | 8am @ Race Site, SERC

Skele-bration Zone

Expect lots of tricks and treats in the Skele-bration Zone! There will be something for everyone. Trick or treating, face painting, and games for the kids. Great food and beverage options from local vendors, and incredible homemade baked goods. This event provides a great opportunity to come together to celebrate the spirit of community while raising money for a local cause.
*Additional fees may apply for food and participation in kids activities

Inflatable Costume Mad Dash

Step into your favorite inflatable costume and wobble, we mean make a mad dash to the finish line. All participants of the inflatable costume mad dash must be registered and sign a waiver of liability. This is a free fun run and will not be timed. The distance is 100 yards.

Special Notes:

  • Running strollers are NOT permitted.
  • The 5k course is on unpaved roads (trails). Click to view course map
  • Pets are NOT permitted on the SERC property.
  • There will be NO zombies as part of the kids' fun run.
  • The approximate distance of the Kids Fun Run is .15 miles / 200 yards in length.
  • All participants must be registered and complete a waiver of liability.
  • Additional on-site fees may apply for food and participation in kids activities.
  • Registrations for 5k made after October 10 are not guaranteed preferred t-shirt size.
A green cartoon zombie with a blue shirt and olive-colored shorts. The Zombie is in a walking position with its arms stretched straight out in front of it, its mouth open, and its pupil-less eyes enlarged.
Zombie

Special thanks to The Brick Companies for sponsoring the event!

The Brick Companies logo
A zombie's green arm emerges from the ground