The scenic course of the Mad Hatter Dash 5k is appropriate for participants of all ages and speeds. After the race, stick around for music, food, and drink. The kids at the Dream Center are creating unique awards for the top three finishers (male and female) in five age groups, and the coveted “Mad Hatter Award” goes to the person with the best hat.
The race will start in Wallace Marine Park Softball Complex at the entrance to the softball fields, run through Wallace Marine Park and across the beautiful and historic Union Street Pedestrian Bridge, through Riverfront Park, up and over the Center Street bridge, through the trails of Wallace Marine Park and will finish back at the softball entrance.
Mad Hatter Dash details:
When: Saturday, September 30; 9am
Where: Wallace Marine Park Softball Center, Salem (Map)
What: 5k run/walk
Registration: Online here
Registration cost: $30
Registration includes: Race entry, event shirt, post-race food and drink, awards.

