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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

Supernova Run - The Kelpies

Grangemouth, Falkirk
13 Mar 26 - 14 Mar 26
£25.50
5.0

QE Olympic Park 5k & 10k

London
14 Mar 26
£30.00 - £132.00
4.4

The Sloth Scamper

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

Spring Time Canal Canter

Leeds/Liverpool Canal, Wyther Lane, Kirkstall Leeds, LS5 3BT
14 Mar 26
£26.00 - £56.00

ATW Debden 10k and 5k

Debden Airfield, Carver Barracks, Water Ln, Wimbish, Saffron Walden CB10 2YA
15 Mar 26
£19.08 - £28.62

Smugglers Run

Minnis Green, Minnis Bay, Birchington, Kent, CT7 9QP
15 Mar 26
£26.50

The Ultra Loop - Run As Many 5km Loops As You Can in 8 hours

Manchester, Lancashire
21 Mar 26
£34.00
5.0

The Flying Fox

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

Surrey Half Marathon

Woking, Surrey
22 Mar 26
£17.00 - £192.00

Chase the Moon Battersea Park 5k & 10k March

London, Greater London
25 Mar 26
£32.00 - £132.00
4.8

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

Long Beach, Los Angeles
28 Mar 26 - 29 Mar 26
£32.00 - £44.00

RunThrough Town Moor & Exhibition Park 5k & 10k

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
29 Mar 26
£28.00 - £132.00

Fraggle Run - North

Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3JU
29 Mar 26
£18.00 - £29.00

ZIG ZAG Challenge - 5k, 10k, Half, Full & Ultra Marathon

Brandon Country Park, IP27 0SU
29 Mar 26
£34.00 - £38.00
5.0

The Eggcellent Easter Five in Five Days Series

The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU
02 Apr 26 - 06 Apr 26
£135.00

Victoria Park Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

London
03 Apr 26
£28.00 - £162.00
4.7

Easter Challenge - 5k, 10k, Half, Full & Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, IP29 5AX
03 Apr 26
£35.00 - £38.00
5.0

Kelvingrove Park 5k/10k

Glasgow, Lanarkshire
04 Apr 26
£20.00 - £24.00

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

Windsor, Berkshire
04 Apr 26
£30.00 - £162.00
4.2

The Pendine Sands Races

Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire
05 Apr 26
£29.00 - £300.00
5.0

Bunny Hop Races - Virtual

Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
05 Apr 26
£30.00 - £39.00

Lets Motor along the Towpath - Rodley

Leeds & Liverpool Canal, near to the Barge Pub, Rodley LS13 1HP
05 Apr 26
£26.00 - £56.00

Birmingham Running Festival 5k, 10k & Half Marathon

Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
05 Apr 26
£7.00 - £152.00
4.8

Leeds Running Festival April

Leeds, West Yorkshire
05 Apr 26
£28.00 - £162.00
4.8

Easter 5km

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
05 Apr 26
£17.50

Drayton Manor 5k & 10k

Tamworth, Staffordshire
12 Apr 26
£37.00 - £182.00

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

Haughley Park, IP30 9RS
12 Apr 26
£29.00 - £38.00
4.5

Chase the Sun QE Olympic Park 5k & 10k

London
15 Apr 26
£28.00 - £122.00
5.0

Tatton Park 5k & 10k

Knutsford, Cheshire
18 Apr 26
£28.00 - £132.00
4.9

Cannock Chase Running Festival

Rugeley, Staffordshire
19 Apr 26
£12.00 - £142.00
5.0

Blackpool Festival of Running

Blackpool, Lancashire
25 Apr 26 - 26 Apr 26
£6.00 - £40.00
5.0

The Nearly But Not Quite London Marathon - Wales

Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, CF44 7PS
26 Apr 26
£18.00 - £35.00

London Calling

Blandford Rd, Shillingstone, Blandford Forum DT11 0SQ
26 Apr 26
£39.50

The Other Run - 5k, 10k, half marathon, full or ultra marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
26 Apr 26
£29.00 - £38.00
5.0

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

Windsor, Berkshire
02 May 26
£30.00 - £162.00
4.2

Bellahouston Park 5k/10k/Half Marathon

Glasgow, Lanarkshire
02 May 26
£20.00 - £25.00
4.7

MK Marathon Weekend

Stadium MK, Stadium Way Milton Keynes, BUCKS MK1 1ST United Kingdom
03 May 26 - 04 May 26
£13.05 - £128.25

Tatton Park 5k & 10k

Knutsford, Cheshire
09 May 26
£28.00 - £132.00
4.9

Run Gatwick Half Marathon & 5k

Crawley, West Sussex
10 May 26
£29.00 - £132.00

Birmingham Running Festival May

Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
10 May 26
£7.00 - £152.00
4.8
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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.