5km Races Found
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The findarace.com calendar lists hundreds of 5k races across the UK every year - there's almost one for every day of the year. 5km is one of the most popular race distances, and with a bit of training its relatively achievable for most ages, shapes and sizes - as a result they make perfect family fun runs that multiple generations can take part in and enjoy.
A 5k race is also a perfect goal for a beginner or new runner who hasn't taken part in an organised race before - it's a great, fun introduction to the raceday experience. 5k races are also popular with more seasoned runners looking to keep their running short, sharp, and fast - we list the fastest and flattest 5km races in the UK (as well as the craziest and hardest).
If you would prefer to run your 5k on your own (or at a convenient time and location for you) then check out our list of the best Virtual 5k runs.
Looking for the best 5km races? Sort the event list below by "Top Rated" (we have hundreds of genuine reviews and ratings from previous participants) - plus insights from the findarace.com experts to help you discover, compare and book the perfect race for you.
Looking for 5k Runs near you? Use the location buttons and filters to narrow down your search and find 5k runs near you - we list races all over the UK, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol and Scotland.
Looking for 5k races tomorrow or this weekend? Sort the event list below by "Date" to see the soonest races, but please note many races don't accept on-the-day entries, and Organisers often stop taking bookings a several days (and up to a week) before a race so they have time to organise race packs, bib numbers, medals, water etc. If you're super keen to run with others this weekend but have left it too late for a race then you could check your local parkrun to see if it is taking place.
So whether you want to pinpoint your first running goal, or you’re an experienced runner looking for a fast route to beat your 5k Personal Best (PB) check out our comprehensive 2026 - 2027 5k race calendar below!
Looking to get started with running but want to know a little more? Check out our top running tips for beginners or find out the benefits of running for 30 minutes.
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5k Run Calendar 2026 - 2027
Race for Life Milton Keynes Pretty Muddy 5k
Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireRace for Life Sheffield Pretty Muddy 5k
Sheffield, South YorkshireStrawberry Shortcake Scamper
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SUPHOENIX - Fire Horse Run
Dorking, SurreyRace for Life Stockport 5k
Stockport, CheshirePhoenix Cambridgeshire Meadow Run
Peterborough, CambridgeshireRace for Life Bury St Edmunds 5k
Bury St Edmunds, SuffolkBradleys Exmouth 5km & 10km - Spring
Exmouth, DevonRace for Life Reading 5k
Reading, BerkshireRace for Life Folkestone 5k
Folkestone, KentThe Summer Lucky Dip Run
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SURace for Life Redditch 5k
Redditch, WorcestershireTwo Tunnels Railway Races (Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, Colourburst)
Bath, Bath and North East SomersetRace for Life Darlington 5k
Darlington, County DurhamWeybridge 5k, 10k, Half Marathon & Junior Race
Walton-on-Thames, SurreyRace for Life Derby 5k
Derby, DerbyshireRace for Life Sheffield 5k
Sheffield, South YorkshireRace for Life Hastings 5k
DordrechtLeeds Running Festival June
Leeds, West YorkshireRace for Life Milton Keynes 5k
Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireRace for Life Edinburgh - Holyrood 5k
Edinburgh, MidlothianCHASE THE SUN CLAPHAM COMMON 5K & 10K
LondonRace for Life Blackburn 5k
Blackburn, LancashireMidweek Chasing Numbers June 2026
Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AAPhoenix Manchester Summer Series - Phoenix Ignite
Manchester, LancashireThe Hardwick Hobble - Summer 2026
Chesterfield, DerbyshireRace for Life Wakefield 5k
Wakefield, West YorkshireRace for Life Wakefield Pretty Muddy 5k
Wakefield, West YorkshirePheasant Challenge Day 1
Bridestow, DevonRace for Life Basildon 5k
Basildon, EssexRace for Life Basildon Pretty Muddy 5k
Basildon, EssexRace for Life Sandwell Pretty Muddy 5k
Race for Life London - Hampstead 5k
LondonTatton Park 5k & 10k
Knutsford, CheshireRace for Life Glasgow Pretty Muddy 5k
Motherwell, LanarkshireRace for Life Newbury 5k
Newbury, BerkshireATW St Albans Half Marathon #icelollyrun
Verulamium Park, St Albans AL1 2DLCheddar Gorge Challenge (Marathon, Half, 10km, 6km, Fun Runs)
Bristol, SomersetPhoenix Cambridgeshire Wolly Winka Chocolate Run
Huntingdon, CambridgeshireRace for Life Liverpool - Aintree 5k
Liverpool, Merseyside5K Run FAQs
What are the most popular 5km races right now?
What are the most popular 5km races right now?
The 5 most popular 5k races in the last 2 weeks on findarace.com are:
- Supernova Run London - 27/11/21
- Run Northumberland Hexham - 31/10/21
- Hamsterley Forest Runner - 24/10/21
- Two Tunnels Railway Race - 24/10/21
- Greenwich Park 5k & 10k - 28/11/21
How many miles is a 5k?
How many miles is a 5k?
A 5k race is roughly 3.1miles.
What's the average time to run 5k?
What's the average time to run 5k?
The average finish time for a 5k run in the UK is roughly 33 minutes.
How long should it take to run 5k?
How long should it take to run 5k?
A 30 minute target is a popular goal for beginner 5k runners, with intermediate runners often looking for a 24-26 minute finish time and experienced or "Club" runners often gunning for a sub 20 minute 5k. For context, the fastest 5km parkrun time is 13.48 by our friend Andy Baddeley of The Running Channel.
What's a good time to run 5k?
What's a good time to run 5k?
Ultimately a good time for a 5k run is a personal thing - run it as fast as you can without injuring yourself!
How many calories does a 5k run burn?
How many calories does a 5k run burn?
If you’re thinking of picking your first run challenge or just getting started, check out our article on all of the benefits of running for just 30 minutes.
There are lots of factors which impact this - especially weight and pace - but as a rough rule of thumb a 5k will burn 300-400 calories (approximately 100 calories per mile).
5k Charity Runs
5k Charity Runs
Taking part in a 5k race is a great way to fundraise for charity. You can raise money for any charity at any 5k race that you enter on findarace.com , and we've made it easy for you to get in touch with some of the UK's most popular charities. Just select the charity you'd like to support when you make your booking and they will be in touch to help support your fundraising and training.