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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 2025 - 2026 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 2025 - 2026
Philadelphia Labor Day 10K & 5K
PhiladelphiaHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1 & 26.2 at Baseline Trailhead Park, Ocala, FL (40) 120
Ocala, FloridaBetsie Valley Trail Run
Thompsonville, MichiganFort4Fitness Fall Festival
Fort Wayne, IndianaThe River Run
Simsbury, ConnecticutNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club SACRAMENTO
Sacramento, California10,000 Meter on Van Meter
Winchester, KentuckyMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Lime Bluff Park, Hughesville, PA (39) 50
Hughesville, PennsylvaniaBest Dam Run to Prevent Child Abuse
Waverly, BremerVet Fest 2025
Middletown, DelawareNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee HOUSTON
Houston, TexasTap into the Trails
Cheboygan, MichiganMedal Madness 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Clawson-Burnley Park, Boone, NC (39) 80
Boone, North CarolinaNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club KANSAS CITY
Kansas City, MissouriMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Crossroads Recreational Complex, Temple, TX (39) 80
Temple, TexasDiablo del Desperado
Boerne, TexasMusic City Run for Dyslexia
Nashville, TennesseeQue Classic
Hollsopple, PennsylvaniaNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club SAN ANTONIO
San Antonio, TexasWillie McCool Memorial Half-Marathon, 5K & 10K
Lubbock, TexasBravo Strong: 5k/10k for Ashley Bravo's fight against B-Cell Lymphoma
Summerville, South CarolinaMedal Madness 5K, & 10K at Mary Virginia Crites Hannan Park, Circleville, OH (39) 40
Circleville, OhioNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee KANSAS CITY
Kansas City, MissouriAdirondack Marathon Distance Festival
Schroon Lake, New YorkRun 4 Recovery
Smithfield, North CarolinaNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club LAS VEGAS
Las Vegas, NevadaNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club NEW JERSEY
Camden, New Jersey76th Annual Pancake Day Fun Run
Centerville, IowaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Millennium Park, Danville, KY (39) 50
Danville, KentuckyWaffle Run
Bakersfield, CaliforniaRace for the Bays 2025
Panama City Beach, FloridaNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club SEATTLE
Seattle, WashingtonThe Fifth Dimension Glow Run: A Race Beyond Time & Space
Long Beach, CaliforniaRun to the Fair
Midland, TexasMedal Madness 1M, 5K, & 10K at Lancaster Junction Trail, Manheim, PA, (9-27-2025)
Manheim, PennsylvaniaWomen's Epic 10k at Deer Valley Resort
Park City, UtahAlum Creek Trail Race
Lewis Center, OhioMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Liberty Park, Spokane, WA (39) 80
Spokane, WashingtonNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee MIAMI
Key Biscayne, FloridaNational Coffee Day: Run for Coffee NEW JERSEY
Camden, New JerseyNational Singles Day: Singles & Friends Running Club MIAMI
Key Biscayne, Florida2025 MHRRC Dutchess County Classic
Poughkeepsie, New York
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.