Presented by McDonald's & Gilley Enterprises, MAD Dash 5K is an exciting new race in Monroe, Louisiana that benefits the Louisiana Cancer Foundation. MAD stands for "Making a Difference" and funds raised will support cancer patients and cancer survivors in northeast Louisiana. 
Join us at Forsythe Park, 2300 Sycamore Street, Monroe, LA 71201 for the 2nd annual MAD Dash 5k & One-Mile Fun Run! 
Online registration will close on September 20, 2026, at 11:59pm. In-person registration is available during packet pick up on Thursday, September 24th and Friday, September 25th. You can pick up your packets between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. (location to be determined).
Race day registration will be available on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the registration tent.
Awards
All groups will have a 1st, 2nd, 3rd winner, with both a Male and Female category. 
Overall-1st, 2nd, 3rd
Overall Survivor-1st, 2nd, 3rd
14 and under
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-45
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
64-69
70+