Wayzata's Boo Bash Dash 10k/5k/1 Mile Run/Family Fun Run 2023

Get ready for the 5th annual Wayzata Boo Bash Dash powered by Schuler Shoes and hosted by Wayzata Sailing and Wayzata Area Chamber of Commerce. You can choose from several certified races and great family events including:

• Certified 5K
• Certified 10K
• Certified Lake Street Mile - Cash prizes awarded to the fastest overall male and female. 
• 1 Mile Family Fun Run
• Pumpkin Derby
• Costume Contest
• Boo Blast Trick or Treating

Don't miss the PUMPKIN DERBY! 

Pumpkins on wheels? You bet! Who can build the fastest pumpkin racer?  Everyone can enter.  The Pumpkin Derby starts at 11 am at the Pavilion in downtown Wayzata.  Prizes for fastest and most creative. Register your pumpkin today!

• Wheels, hardware and rods included for first 30 contestants registered.
• Need help installing or crafting? Join us for build night on TH 10/26 from 4-7pm at Wayzata Sailing. Bring your decorations and pumpkin, we'll help you install some wheels.
• Remember to return your wheel kit to the WS re-use bin following racing!
• Bring your own pumpkin.

START TIMES

• 10K: 9:00am (Start on Lake Street near The Great Lawn)
• 5K: 9:15am  (Start on Lake Street near The Great Lawn)
• Lake Street Mile Race: 10:30am  (Start on Lake Street West of Ferndale)
• Family Fun Run 1M: 10:40am (Start on Lake Street near The Great Lawn)
• Pumpkin Derby: 11:00 am (Start at The Pavilion)

RACE PACKET PICKUP

Friday, Oct. 27 from 3 pm - 6pm  OR Saturday, Oct. 28 from 7:45 am - 9:15 am at  The Pavilion at The Promenade (850 Lake St. N, Wayzata)

Registration by Oct. 15 guarantees a t-shirt!  We are giving out t-shirts for the Lake Street Mile, 5K and 10K races only. NO T-SHIRT FOR THE FAMILY FUN RUN OR PUMPKIN DERBY.

PRICING

Before October 1:

• 10K – $45
• 5K – $40
• Lake Street Mile Race– $30
• Family Fun Run 1M - $10
• Pumpkin Derby - $25

October 1 -  26:

• 10K – $50
• 5K – $45
• Lake Street Mile Race – $30
• Family Fun Run 1M - $10
• Pumpkin Derby - $25

October 27 & 28:

• 10K – $55
• 5K – $50
• Lake Street Mile Race – $35
• Family Fun Run 1M - $10
• Pumpkin Derby - $25

ACTIVITIES FOR THE FAMILY

Costume Contest

Please check in on race day for the Costume Contest and Boo Blast’s Trick-or-Treating through historic downtown Wayzata. Whether you ran in a race or not, these activities are fun for the entire family!

Boo Blast Trick-or-Treating

In addition to the race, all are invited to Trick or Treat in Wayzata on October 28! Dress the kids up and Start/Stop wherever you’d like! Participating merchants will have a Trick or Treat sign in windows of their store or restaurant.

FAQ'S

How do I confirm that I registered?

You will receive an emailed confirmation once you’ve completed the online registration.  If you don’t receive a confirmation contact [email protected]

When is the last day I can register online?

Registration online will be available until 15 minutes before race start times!

Can I pick up someone else’s race packet or can someone else pick up my race packet?

Yes however, the person picking up other participant’s packets assumes all responsibility for lost packets and timing chips. No ID required.

If I can’t make it to packet pick up can I have my race packet mailed to me?

We will not be able to mail race packets. However, race packets can be picked up on the day of the Boo Bash Dash.

Are there restrooms on the race course?

yes, there will be restrooms in the registration area near the start/finish lines and on the course

Will there be water stops on the course?

Yes. There will be one water stop on the 5K Course and two on the 10K course. 

Is the race course closed to traffic?

Some of the race course will be closed to traffic. However, some sections will be shared with vehicles. Wayzata Police will assist runners at major intersections and roads will be marked with traffic cones to keep runners and cars in their respective lanes. While the course will be monitored by volunteers and police, we ask the runners to be aware at all times and take extreme caution when sharing roads.

Can I wear my iPod or other music playing device?

Yes, although we recommend that you keep the volume at a level that will allow you to hear other runners, race officials, traffic, etc. BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS.

If I can no longer race due to injury or other matter can I receive a full refund or transfer my registration? 

There are No Refunds. However we do allow you to transfer your registration to an alternate distance or participant. All transfers must be made 24 hours before the event.

You will pay the difference if transferring to a longer distance. There is no refund for transferring to a shorter distance. The same rules apply if transferring to a new participant.  To transfer your registration please contact [email protected].

Are these races certified? 

The 10K, 5K and the Lake Street Mile are all certified

Can I register on race day? 

Yes

Where's the best place to park? 

 (via Lake/Engle or Superior) and lower half of the  (via Broadway).

Can I run with my Pet? 

No.

If you have any additional questions contact [email protected].

Host or Publisher James J. Hill Days