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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 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.
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5k Run Calendar 2025 - 2026
Inflatable 5K - Guildford
Guildford, SurreyCookham Run 5K and 10K
Maidenhead, BerkshireRunThrough Run Media City 5k & 10k
Salford, Greater ManchesterBlair Castle Trail Weekender
Blair Castle, Blair AthollMidweek Run - Leon's Birthday Run!
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge, 15-18 Clarence St, Staines TW18 4SURace for Life Poole 5k
Poole, DorsetRace for Life Poole Pretty Muddy 5k
Poole, DorsetThe Ultra Loop Track Edition - Run As Many Loops As You Can in 6 or 12 hours
Manchester, LancashireRace for Life Windsor 5k
Windsor, BerkshireRace for Life Windsor Pretty Muddy 5k
Windsor, BerkshireSausage Dog Run - Wales
Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, CF44 7PSSwiftathon 5k & 10k Fun Run
LondonGreenwich Park 5k, 10k & Juniors
LondonRace for Life Gloucester 5k
Gloucester, GloucestershireCircuit Du Sore Legs - part cinq
Wodson Park Sports Centre, Ware, Herts, SG12 0UQHYDE PARK 5K & 10K June
LondonRace for Life Rhyl 5k
Rhyl, ClwydRace for Life Royal Tunbridge Wells 5k
Tunbridge Wells, KentRace for Life Shrewsbury 5k
Shrewsbury, ShropshireWeybridge 5k, 10k, Half Marathon & Fun Run
Walton-on-Thames, SurreyRace for Life Ayr 5k
Ayr, AyrshireRace for Life Horsham 5k
Horsham, West SussexRace for Life Inverness 5k
Inverness, Inverness-ShireRace for Life Edinburgh - Holyrood 5k
Edinburgh, MidlothianTwo Tunnels Railway Races (Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, Colourburst)
Bath, Bath and North East SomersetRace for Life Sunderland Pretty Muddy 5k
Houghton le Spring, Tyne and WearRace for Life Sunderland 5k
Houghton le Spring, Tyne and WearQueens Park 5k/10k
Glasgow, LanarkshireRace for Life Plymouth 5k
Plymouth, DevonRace for Life Llanelli 5k
Llanelli, DyfedRace for Life Stoke On Trent 5k
Stoke-on-Trent, StaffordshireRace for Life London - Battersea Park 5k
LondonRace for Life Aylesbury 5k
Aylesbury, BuckinghamshireMidweek Chasing Numbers June 2025
Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club, Egham, TW20 0AERace for Life Preston 5k
Preston, LancashireRace for Life Preston Pretty Muddy 5k
Preston, LancashireRace for Life Watford 5k
Watford, HertfordshireRace for Life Watford Pretty Muddy 5k
Watford, HertfordshirePHOENIX - The Purple Turtle Run
Sunbury on Thames, MiddlesexRace for Life Sheffield Pretty Muddy 5k
Sheffield, South YorkshireRace for Life Derby Pretty Muddy 5k
Derby, DerbyshireIsle of Wight Festival of Running
West Wight Sports and Community Centre, Moa Place, Freshwater, PO40 9XH5K 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.