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10k runs are perhaps the most popular running events in the US. A 10k race (about 6.2 miles) is an achievable but challenging distance for a beginner looking to move up from 5k races and fun runs. However, a 10k is also an excellent distance for more experienced runners and is often used to increase endurance for longer distances.
Because 10k races are so popular, there are lots of them - and at findarace, youβll find the most comprehensive list of 10k races from all across America. Choose from regular races to enter from the East Coast in California, to Florida and New York on the West Coast as well as plenty of runs in Texas, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and more.
So whether you're a regular 3-mile runner looking to step up to your first 10k or an experienced racer looking for a 10K PB, check out our comprehensive 2026 - 2027 10K US race calendar below. Filter by date, location, or race type, and youβll find the perfect race for you.
What about a bigger challenge? The next step up is the Half Marathon, or why not set yourself a huge goal to smash by signing up for your first marathon?
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10k Runs 2026 - 2027
La Jolla Half Marathon & 10K & 5K
La Jolla, CaliforniaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Sapulpa, OK (37)
Sapulpa, OklahomaEagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Jacksonville, FL (27)
Jacksonville, FloridaEagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (27)
Olympia, WashingtonJuly 4th Run 5K/10K/13.1 ATLANTA
Atlanta, GeorgiaEagle Chase Fire on the River 2026
Prairie du Sac, WisconsinEllwood City Arts & Crafts Food Festival 10K
Ellwood City, PennsylvaniaDeKalb Park District Independence Day 5k/10k
Dekalb, IllinoisRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH
Fort Worth, TexasJuly 4th Run 5K/10K/13.1 PHILADELPHIA
Camden, New JerseyLake Country Freedom 5K, 10K & 25K
Oconomowoc, WisconsinAltru Family YMCA Firecracker 5K & 10K Fun Run/Walk
Grand Forks, North DakotaEagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (27)
Bel Air, MarylandFourth of July Warrior Run
Fife Lake, MichiganLet Freedom Run 5k/10k - Louisville
Louisville, ColoradoStayton Fun Run
Stayton, OregonEagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Kansas City, MO (27)
Kansas City, MissouriJuly 4th Run 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK
Austin, TexasLas Vegas 4th of July 5k / 10k
Las Vegas, ClarkIndependence Day 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Long Beach, Los Angeles2026 Great American Weekend 5k/10k Goshen Rotary Run
Goshen, New YorkRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 DENVER/AURORA
Centennial, ColoradoJuly 4th Run 5K/10K/13.1 PHOENIX
Phoenix, ArizonaFreedom Run 2026
Springfield, IllinoisFreedom Race 1.55, 5k, 10k, 15k
Fairborn, OhioBuhl Fun Run Sagebrush Days
Buhl, IdahoRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO
San Diego, CaliforniaMilford Firecracker 5K & 10K
Milford, MichiganRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 MEMPHIS
Memphis, TennesseeIrondequoit 4th of July -- 10k and 2 Mile Fun Run
Rochester, New York2026 Harlan Hustle
Alma, NebraskaEagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Stillwater, OK (27)
Stillwater, OklahomaGene Bednarowski Memorial and Cherry Run
Watervliet, MichiganGreat Guernsey Trail Firecracker 10k & 5k
Cambridge, OhioRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 HOUSTON
Houston, TexasValley 4th RUN
Harrisonburg, VirginiaJuly 4th Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
Sacramento, CaliforniaFolsom Firecracker Race
Folsom, CaliforniaFreedom Fun Run (5K & 10K) + 1 mile run for kids
Alexandria, MinnesotaRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO
San Mateo, CaliforniaEagle 5K, & 10K at Panama City, FL (27)
Panama City, FloridaJuly 4th Run 5K/10K/13.1 MEMPHIS
Memphis, Tennessee
Why run 10k?
Why run 10k?
10k is a great distance to run. Long enough to be a real challenge but short enough to be achievable by anyone with some training. A 10k is perfect for beginners looking to move on from a 5k race or for more experienced runners looking for a PB.
What is the average 10k run time?
What is the average 10k run time?
The average finish time for a 10km run in the US is 55 minutes for Men and 1 hour and 3 minutes for Women.
How many calories are burned running a 10K?
How many calories are burned running a 10K?
On average 600-800 calories are burned running 10k. Calories burned differ a lot depending on factors such as fitness, weight, height, age, and pace.
Can beginners run a 10k?
Can beginners run a 10k?
10k is a great distance for beginners looking to step up from 5K or perhaps take on their first race. Challenging enough to give you that brilliant feeling of accomplishment yet achievable by everyone with a few weeks of committed training.
How to train for a 10k race?
How to train for a 10k race?
Someone new to the distance should be able to train for a 10k race in 8-12 weeks. Most training plans recommend running 3-4 times per week with a mix of easy runs, faster sessions (normally with some intervals), and a longer run.
What should I eat before a 10k race?
What should I eat before a 10k race?
On race day you should have your last meal 2-3 hours before the race. Recommended options to eat before a 10k race include porridge with honey, a bagel with peanut butter, or cereals like muesli. The important thing is to eat food that you like and not try anything new that might unsettle you before the race day.