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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
Supernova Run - The Kelpies
Grangemouth, FalkirkQE Olympic Park 5k & 10k
LondonThe Sloth Scamper
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SUSpring Time Canal Canter
Leeds/Liverpool Canal, Wyther Lane, Kirkstall Leeds, LS5 3BTATW Debden 10k and 5k
Debden Airfield, Carver Barracks, Water Ln, Wimbish, Saffron Walden CB10 2YASmugglers Run
Minnis Green, Minnis Bay, Birchington, Kent, CT7 9QPThe Ultra Loop - Run As Many 5km Loops As You Can in 8 hours
Manchester, LancashireThe Flying Fox
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SUSurrey Half Marathon
Woking, SurreyChase the Moon Battersea Park 5k & 10k March
London, Greater LondonRunThrough USA Long Beach 5k,10k & Half Marathon Race Weekend
Long Beach, Los AngelesRunThrough Town Moor & Exhibition Park 5k & 10k
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and WearFraggle Run - North
Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3JUZIG ZAG Challenge - 5k, 10k, Half, Full & Ultra Marathon
Brandon Country Park, IP27 0SUThe Eggcellent Easter Five in Five Days Series
The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SUVictoria Park Half Marathon, 10k & 5k
LondonEaster Challenge - 5k, 10k, Half, Full & Ultra Marathon
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, IP29 5AXKelvingrove Park 5k/10k
Glasgow, LanarkshireRun Dorney Lake Half Marathon, 10k & 5k - April
Windsor, BerkshireThe Pendine Sands Races
Carmarthen, CarmarthenshireBunny Hop Races - Virtual
Ross-on-Wye, HerefordshireLets Motor along the Towpath - Rodley
Leeds & Liverpool Canal, near to the Barge Pub, Rodley LS13 1HPBirmingham Running Festival 5k, 10k & Half Marathon
Sutton Coldfield, West MidlandsLeeds Running Festival April
Leeds, West YorkshireEaster 5km
Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireDrayton Manor 5k & 10k
Tamworth, StaffordshireHaughley Festival of Running - 5k, 10k, Half, Full & Ultra Marathon
Haughley Park, IP30 9RSChase the Sun QE Olympic Park 5k & 10k
LondonTatton Park 5k & 10k
Knutsford, CheshireCannock Chase Running Festival
Rugeley, StaffordshireBlackpool Festival of Running
Blackpool, LancashireThe Nearly But Not Quite London Marathon - Wales
Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, CF44 7PSLondon Calling
Blandford Rd, Shillingstone, Blandford Forum DT11 0SQThe Other Run - 5k, 10k, half marathon, full or ultra marathon
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AXRun Dorney Lake Half Marathon, 10k & 5k - May
Windsor, BerkshireBellahouston Park 5k/10k/Half Marathon
Glasgow, LanarkshireMK Marathon Weekend
Stadium MK, Stadium Way Milton Keynes, BUCKS MK1 1ST United KingdomTatton Park 5k & 10k
Knutsford, CheshireRun Gatwick Half Marathon & 5k
Crawley, West SussexBirmingham Running Festival May
Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands5K 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.