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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

PHOENIX - Drama Llama Run

Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
Sat 07 Feb 26
£22.00 - £40.00

Tatton Park 5k & 10k

Knutsford, Cheshire
Sat 07 Feb 26
£28.00 - £132.00
4.8

The Newcastle 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Sat 07 Feb 26
£25.00 - £30.00
4.3

Run Aintree Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

Liverpool, Merseyside
Sun 08 Feb 26
£30.00 - £152.00
4.7

Westonbirt Arboretum Winter 10km & 5km (Day Races)

Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Sun 08 Feb 26
£28.08 - £34.56

PHOENIX - Alpaca Wacka Run

Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
Sun 08 Feb 26
£22.00 - £40.00

Irchy Park Canicross

Irchester Country Park, Gypsy Lane, Irchester, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. NN29 7DL.
Sun 08 Feb 26
£21.44

Run for Cake - 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon & Ultra-Marathon

Ferry Meadows, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 5UU
Sun 08 Feb 26
£34.00 - £38.00
5.0

Birmingham Running Festival 5k, 10k & Half Marathon

Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
Sun 08 Feb 26
£12.00 - £162.00
4.8

The Glasgow 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run

Glasgow, Glasgow City
Sun 08 Feb 26
£25.00 - £30.00
4.5

The Manchester 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run

Manchester, Lancashire
Sun 08 Feb 26
£25.00 - £30.00
4.5

RunThrough USA Long Beach 5k,10k & Half Marathon Race Weekend

Long Beach, Los Angeles
Sat 14 Feb 26 - Sun 15 Feb 26
£32.00 - £44.00

Valentines Challenge - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full and Ultra

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Sat 14 Feb 26
£35.00 - £38.00

The Bristol 5k and 10k Winter Warmer Run

Bristol, Avon
Sat 14 Feb 26
£25.00
4.2

Besotted at Bingley

wagon lane bingley
Sat 14 Feb 26
£17.00 - £56.00

Battersea Park 5k & 10k

London
Sat 14 Feb 26
£34.00 - £152.00
4.8

The Racoon Rocket Run

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

The Love Run - 5k/10k, Couples Relay and Speed Dating

Glasgow, Lanarkshire
Sat 14 Feb 26
£20.00 - £40.00

Smurf Run - North

Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3JU
Sun 15 Feb 26
£18.00 - £27.00

Caerphilly Trail 5k and 10k

Caerphilly, Mid Glamorgan
Sun 15 Feb 26
£26.00 - £30.00
4.7

The Butterfly Effect - Birdwing

Heanor, Derbyshire
Sun 15 Feb 26
£39.50

Chase The Moon QE Olympic Park 5k & 10k

London
Wed 18 Feb 26
£28.00 - £122.00
4.9

Mudfest - February 2026

Swadlincote, Derbyshire
Fri 20 Feb 26
£29.00

The Leeds 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run

Leeds, West Yorkshire
Sat 21 Feb 26
£25.00 - £30.00
4.7

BME Winter LMS 2026

Bury, Lancashire
Sat 21 Feb 26 - Sun 22 Feb 26
£65.00
5.0

The Nottingham 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Sat 21 Feb 26
£25.00 - £30.00
3.2

The Rubber Ducky Dash

The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU
Sat 21 Feb 26
£18.00 - £35.00

ABBATHON 5K, 10K and 1 mile Fun Run

Manchester, Lancashire
Sat 21 Feb 26
£29.99 - £31.99

The Birmingham 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run

Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
Sun 22 Feb 26
£25.00 - £30.00
4.3

The York 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run

York, North Yorkshire
Sun 22 Feb 26
£25.00 - £30.00
3.8

The Milton Keynes 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run

Milton Keynes
Sun 22 Feb 26
£25.00 - £30.00
4.0

Pollok Park 5k/10k

Glasgow, Lanarkshire
Sun 22 Feb 26
£20.00 - £24.00
4.4

Two Tunnels Railway Races (Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, Colourburst)

Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
Sun 22 Feb 26
£10.80 - £49.68
4.6

Leicestershire Half Marathon

Loughborough, Leicestershire
Sun 22 Feb 26
£34.00 - £152.00
4.2

Thetford Festival of Running - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full & Ultra Marathon

High Lodge, Thetford Forest, Brandon, IP27 0AF
Sun 22 Feb 26
£29.00 - £38.00

Chase the Moon Battersea Park 5k & 10k

London
Wed 25 Feb 26
£32.00 - £132.00
4.8

Badger Challenge

Beacon Hill Country Park, LE12 8TA
Fri 27 Feb 26
£39.00
5.0

PHOENIX - Chocothon

Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
Sat 28 Feb 26
£22.00 - £40.00

The Liverpool 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run

Liverpool, Merseyside
Sat 28 Feb 26
£25.00 - £30.00
5.0

Pierrepont Plod - Winter 2026

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Sun 01 Mar 26
£39.50
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.