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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

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Wight Lines

Hordle Cliff West, Cliff Rd, Milford on Sea, SO41 0NT
Sun 26 Oct 25
£42.13
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DART CHALLENGE

Green Table, Lower Drive, Dartington, Dartington Hall, Totnes TQ9 6EE
Fri 21 Nov 25
£31.80
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DARK DART DASH

Green Table, Lower Drive, Dartington, Dartington Hall, Totnes TQ9 6EE
Sat 22 Nov 25
£10.60 - £25.44

The Hardwick Hobble - Summer

Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Sat 13 Jun 26
£39.50
5.0

ATW St Albans Half Marathon #icelollyrun

Verulamium Park, St Albans AL1 2DL
Sun 14 Jun 26
£11.66 - £40.28
5.0

Queens Park 5k/10k

Glasgow, Lanarkshire
Sun 14 Jun 26
£20.00 - £24.00
4.5

Cheddar Gorge Challenge (Marathon, Half, 10km, 6km, Fun Runs)

Bristol, Somerset
Sun 14 Jun 26
£8.10 - £75.60
4.7

Cheltenham Running Festival

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Sun 14 Jun 26
£12.00 - £152.00

Labyrinth 40th Anniversary Run

The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU
Sun 14 Jun 26
£18.00 - £35.00
5.0

MK24 Midsummer RunFest

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Sat 20 Jun 26
£15.00 - £48.00

Stanley Park 5k & 10k

Liverpool, Merseyside
Sat 20 Jun 26
£26.00 - £122.00

Lord of The Run - North

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

Breezy in Brighouse & Special Solstice Run

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

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

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

Summer Challenge Day 1

Exmouth, Devon
Sat 27 Jun 26
£36.00

Lee Valley Velo Park - June

London, Greater London
Sat 27 Jun 26
£12.00 - £142.00
4.6

RunThrough Marlow Trail Run

Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Sun 28 Jun 26
£28.00 - £34.00

Peterborough Running Festival

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Sun 28 Jun 26
£30.00 - £152.00

Summer Challenge Day 2

Exmouth, Devon
Sun 28 Jun 26
£36.00

Chase The Sun Tatton Park 5k & 10k

Knutsford, Cheshire
Wed 01 Jul 26
£28.00 - £132.00
4.5

Run Dorney Lake Evening Runs 10k & 5k July

Windsor, Berkshire
Wed 01 Jul 26
£30.00 - £142.00
5.0

World Cup winners 60th anniversary run

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Fri 03 Jul 26
£18.99

Midweek Chasing Numbers Jul 2026

Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AA
Fri 03 Jul 26
£18.00 - £27.00
5.0

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

Ferry Meadows, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 5UU
Sun 05 Jul 26
£35.00 - £38.00
5.0

Will Run For Ice Cream 2026

The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU
Sun 05 Jul 26
£18.00 - £35.00
5.0

Sithee at Slawit Again

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

QE Olympic Park 5k & 10k

London
Sat 11 Jul 26
£30.00 - £132.00
4.4

Ooops I Ran It Again

The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU
Sat 11 Jul 26
£18.00 - £35.00

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

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

Run Aintree Half Marathon,10k & 5k

Liverpool, Merseyside
Sun 12 Jul 26
£30.00 - £152.00
4.7

Run Dorney Lake Half Marathon, 10k & 5k - July

Windsor, Berkshire
Sun 12 Jul 26
£30.00 - £162.00
4.3

Cider 5K.ish

Blandford Forum, Dorset
Fri 17 Jul 26
£22.00

Tatton Park 5k & 10k

Knutsford, Cheshire
Sat 18 Jul 26
£28.00 - £132.00
4.8

Birmingham Running Festival

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

Wye Valley Tunnel Run (Marathon, Half, 10km, Colourburst)

Sedbury, Gloucestershire
Sun 19 Jul 26
£10.80 - £64.80
4.1

Revesby Running Festival

Revesby Estate (North), Revesby, Boston. PE22 7NU
Sun 19 Jul 26
£16.45 - £64.67

Winwick Hall Trail Races

Winwick Hall, Winwick, Northants. NN6 7PD
Sun 19 Jul 26
£8.70 - £21.44

Great Barrow Challenge - 10 events in 10 days

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Thu 23 Jul 26 - Sat 01 Aug 26
£100.00 - £350.00
4.0

Great Barrow Challenge Day 2 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Fri 24 Jul 26
£32.00 - £35.00

Great Barrow Challenge Day 3 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Sat 25 Jul 26
£32.00 - £35.00

The Rasselbock 545

Oxford, Oxfordshire
Sat 25 Jul 26 - Sun 26 Jul 26
£39.50 - £160.00

Great Barrow Challenge Day 4 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Sun 26 Jul 26
£32.00 - £35.00

Maidenhead Trail Run

Maidenhead, Berkshire
Sun 26 Jul 26
£28.00 - £34.00
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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.