Monster Dash 5K (CT)

The Monster Dash 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Run is an exciting fundraising run and event, now in its second year; raising money to provide financial assistance to families who are not able to afford after school care for their children.

The race features a flat, fast course through Downtown Stamford, starting in Columbus Park, two loops around Scalzi Park, and finishing at the Y. It’s a fun, costumed event with judging for best costumes! There’s a 1 mile fun run for children and families. A great Halloween post-race party, with festive music and Halloween games and great food.

The Y’s afterschool program, Leadership, Enrichment, Acceptance and Development (LEAD), offers children academic enrichment, homework support, swim lessons, nutrition, fitness, mentoring and college preparation and job skills for children in grades K through 12. The Stamford Y relies on the support from donors to ensure our after school program operations are sustained and families from low-income households are given the opportunity for their children to thrive.