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 Manchester Pretty Muddy 5k
Manchester, LancashireRace for Life Maidstone Pretty Muddy 5k
Maidstone, KentBerlin Running Festival
BerlinWill Run For Ice Cream 2026
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SURun Northumberland Coquet 5k / 10k / Half
Morpeth, NorthumberlandRace for Life Taunton 5k
Taunton, SomersetSummer Ready Run - 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon & ultra-marathon
Ferry Meadows, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 5UURunning GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit Races & Duathlons - July 2026
Chichester, West SussexRace for Life Bath 5k
Bath, AvonRace for Life Rhyl 5k
Rhyl, ClwydRace for Life Harrogate 5k
Harrogate, North YorkshireRace for Life Dudley 5k
Dudley, West MidlandsRace for Life Maidstone 5k
Maidstone, KentRace for Life Stevenage 5k
Stevenage, HertfordshireRace for Life Stevenage Pretty Muddy 5k
Stevenage, HertfordshireRace for Life Manchester 5k
Manchester, LancashireRace for Life Sutton Coldfield 5k
Sutton Coldfield, West MidlandsWell Run X Hawkstone 10k, 5k and 1k Kids Fun Run
Cheltenham, GloucestershireRye Summer 10k & 5k Series: Race Three
The Point, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7TUMidweek Chasing Numbers Jul 2026
Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AARace for Life Newcastle Pretty Muddy 5k
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and WearRace for Life Northampton Pretty Muddy 5k
Northampton, NorthamptonshireOoops I Ran It Again
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SURace for Life Leeds Pretty Muddy 5k
Leeds, West YorkshireInflatable 5K - Southampton
SouthamptonOn Sale
Race for Life Lincoln Pretty Muddy 5k
Lincoln, LincolnshireRace for Life Lincoln 5k
Lincoln, LincolnshireQE Olympic Park 5k & 10k
LondonRace for Life London - Beckenham Place Park 5k
LondonRace for Life London - Beckenham Place Park Pretty Muddy 5k
LondonSithee at Slawit Again
Slaithwaite Community Centre, Bank Gate, Slaithwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5DLPhoenix South Wales - Butterfly Run
Treharris, Mid GlamorganRace for Life Birmingham Pretty Muddy 5k
Birmingham, West MidlandsRace for Life London - Victoria Park 5k
LondonThe Maverick Chilterns Trail
Princes Risborough, BuckinghamshirePhoenix Manchester Summer Series - Phoenix Blaze
Manchester, LancashireRace for Life Newcastle 5k
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and WearRace for Life Northampton 5k
Northampton, NorthamptonshireRun Aintree Half Marathon,10k & 5k
Liverpool, MerseysidePhoenix South Wales - Prosecco Run
Pontypridd, Mid Glamorgan5K 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.