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5k Runs 2025 - 2026

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 2025 - 2026 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.

5k Run Calendar 2025 - 2026

Tatton Park 5k & 10k

Knutsford, Cheshire
09 May 26
£27.00 - £132.00
4.9

Birmingham Running Festival May

Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
10 May 26
£7.00 - £152.00
4.8

The Birthday Run - 5k, 10k, Half, Full & Ultra Marathon

Billingford Lakes, North Elmham Road, NR20 4RG
17 May 26
£29.00 - £38.00

Chase The Sun Tatton Park 5k & 10k

Knutsford, Cheshire
20 May 26
£27.00 - £132.00
4.5

Dun Holm Challenge

Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU
21 May 26
£18.00 - £36.00

Dun Holm Challenge - Day 2

Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU
22 May 26
£18.00 - £36.00

Farmmageddon - 5k - 10k - Half - Full - Ultra - 100 Mile Challenge

Hyde Hall Farm, Buntingford, SG9 0RU
23 May 26 - 24 May 26
£35.00 - £165.00

Dun Holm Challenge - Day 3

Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU
23 May 26
£18.00 - £36.00

Edinburgh Marathon Festival - 5K

Edinburgh, Midlothian
23 May 26
£24.25

Edinburgh Marathon Festival - Junior Kilo, 1.5K, 2K & 5K

Edinburgh, Midlothian
23 May 26
£15.50 - £24.25

Dun Holm Challenge - Day 4

Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU
24 May 26
£18.00 - £36.00

Get the Hull out of Here

Pelican Park Recreation Ground, Lambwath Rd, Hull HU8 0EE
24 May 26
£16.00 - £42.00

Dun Holm Challenge - Day 5

Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU
25 May 26
£18.00 - £36.00

Circuit du Sore Legs

Wodson Park Sports Centre, Ware, Herts, SG12 0UQ
31 May 26
£29.00 - £38.00

Weybridge 5k, 10k, Half Marathon & Junior Race

Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
07 Jun 26
£16.00 - £162.00
4.8

Leeds Running Festival June

Leeds, West Yorkshire
07 Jun 26
£28.00 - £162.00
4.8

Tatton Park 5k & 10k

Knutsford, Cheshire
13 Jun 26
£27.00 - £132.00
4.9

Cheltenham Running Festival

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
14 Jun 26
£12.00 - £152.00

Stanley Park 5k & 10k

Liverpool, Merseyside
20 Jun 26
£26.00 - £122.00

Breezy in Brighouse & Special Solstice Run

Brighouse to be confirmed
21 Jun 26
£16.00 - £42.00

Lord of The Run - North

Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3JU
21 Jun 26
£18.00 - £29.00

Cock-a-doodle Dawdle - 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Hyde Hall Farm, Buntingford, SG9 0RU
27 Jun 26
£29.00 - £38.00

Peterborough Running Festival

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
28 Jun 26
£30.00 - £152.00

The Ship Inn Shuffle

Sewerby starting at the Ship Inn Pub, Cliff Road, Sewerby YO15 1EW
28 Jun 26
£16.00 - £42.00

RunThrough Marlow Trail Run

Marlow, Buckinghamshire
28 Jun 26
£28.00 - £34.00

Chase The Sun Tatton Park 5k & 10k

Knutsford, Cheshire
01 Jul 26
£27.00 - £132.00
4.5

World Cup winners 60th anniversary run

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
03 Jul 26
£18.99

Summer Ready Run - 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon & ultra-marathon

Ferry Meadows, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 5UU
05 Jul 26
£35.00 - £38.00

Sithee at Slawit Again

Slaithwaite Community Centre, Bank Gate, Slaithwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5DL
11 Jul 26
£16.00 - £42.00

Norfolk Festival Of Running - 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full & Ultra-Marathon

Bawsey Country Park, PE32 1EP
12 Jul 26
£29.00 - £38.00

Tatton Park 5k & 10k

Knutsford, Cheshire
18 Jul 26
£27.00 - £132.00
4.9

Birmingham Running Festival

Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
19 Jul 26
£12.00 - £162.00
4.8

Maidenhead Trail Run

Maidenhead, Berkshire
26 Jul 26
£28.00 - £34.00

Tatton Park 5K & 10K

Knutsford, Cheshire
08 Aug 26
£27.00 - £132.00
4.9

Chepstow Running Festival

Chepstow, Gwent
15 Aug 26
£28.00 - £142.00
4.3

Chase The Sun Tatton Park 5k & 10k

Knutsford, Cheshire
19 Aug 26
£27.00 - £132.00
4.5

Leeds Running Festival August

Leeds, West Yorkshire
30 Aug 26
£28.00 - £162.00
4.8

GNR & Time Turner 2026 - Durham

Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3JU
30 Aug 26
£18.00 - £29.00

Birmingham Running Festival

Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
06 Sep 26
£12.00 - £162.00
4.8

Tatton Park 5k & 10k

Knutsford, Cheshire
12 Sep 26
£27.00 - £132.00
4.9
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5K Run FAQs

What are the most popular 5km races right now?

The 5 most popular 5k races in the last 2 weeks on findarace.com are:

How many miles is a 5k?

A 5k race is roughly 3.1miles.

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?

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?

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?

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

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.