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The findarace.com calendar lists hundreds of 5k races across the US every year - there's almost one for every day of the year. 5 km is one of the most popular race distances, and with a bit of training it's 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 organized race before - it's a great, fun introduction to the race day experience that’s a little easier than a 10k race. 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 across America (as well as the craziest and hardest).
5K Runs Near Me 2026
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 US, including Texas, California, New York, Michigan, and Ohio.
Looking for 5k races tomorrow or this weekend? Sort the event list below by "Date" to see the races coming up soon, but please note many races don't accept on-the-day entries, and Organizers often stop taking bookings several days (and up to a week) before a race so they have time to organize race packs, courses, medals, water, etc.
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 2026 - 2027 5k US 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 Runs 2026 - 2027
Oakland Marathon
Oakland, AlamedaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Jacksonville, FL (10)
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Celtic Knot 5k Fun Run/Walk
Lewisburg, GreenbrierFleet Feet Hartford Spring 2026 Training Programs
West Hartford, ConnecticutWill of the Land 5k Glow Run- Paint the Cloud Green
Saint Cloud, Florida9 to 5K
Sevierville, TennesseeDes Moines St. Paddy's Half Marathon, 5K & Marathon Run/Walk
Des Moines, IowaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Temple, TX (11)
Temple, TexasMedal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Naples, FL (11)
Naples, FloridaShamrock Beer Run 5k & BrewFest Indy
Indianapolis, IndianaThe Rozzy Run
Glencoe, AlabamaYMCA Shamrock Shenanigans 5K Color Run
Hartsville, South CarolinaMedal Madness 5K & 10K at Midlothian, VA (11)
Midlothian, VirginiaBGR! Savannah 13th Anniversary 5K
Savannah, GeorgiaWinnsboro Rotary Shamrock 5K Color Run/Walk
Winnsboro, LouisianaShamrock Run
North Vernon, IndianaShamrock Shuffle 5K + 1 Mile
Lakeland, Georgia6th Annual Shamrock Shuffle 5K at The Hasentree Club Supporting WWP
Wake Forest, North CarolinaSt. Paddy's Day Lucky Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON
Chicago, IllinoisSloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY
Kansas City, MissouriLuck of the Leprechaun 5k
Ocala, FloridaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Everett, WA (11)
Everett, WashingtonDifference Dash 5k Benefiting ALH Ambassadors Scholarship Fund
Athens, AlabamaFighting Hunger Feeding Hope 5K
Summerville, GeorgiaButts County Lions Club St Patricks Day Diabetes Dash 5K and Fun Run
Jackson, GeorgiaArlington Baptist Great Commission 5K
Charlotte, North Carolina1st Annual McCollum's St. Patrick's Day Run
Buchanan, MichiganThe Running Rugger 5K
Seattle, WashingtonSt. Patrick's Day 5k 2026
Bakersfield, CaliforniaSt. Patrick's Day 5K and Little Leprechauns Fun Run - Holbrook
Holbrook, New York5th Annual St Patrick’s Day 5K and Pub Crawl
Washington, North CarolinaSt. Paddy's Day Lucky Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
Sacramento, CaliforniaSloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SEATTLE
Seattle, WashingtonMomsTRI Women's Sprint Triathlon
Goodyear, ArizonaRun of Luck/ Paddy's Day Pub Fun
Evansville, IndianaHelotes 5k Beer Garden Run
Helotes, BexarEpic Dino Dash 5K & Relay
Grand Prairie, TexasCity of Largo Shamrock 'n Run
Largo, FloridaLEPRECHAUN DASH 5K / 10K
Pittsboro, North CarolinaCatch A Leprechaun 5K
Essex, Connecticut5K Fundraiser for Education
Orlando, FloridaShamrock Shuffle
Dublin, Texas
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 US is between 26 and 36 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.
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!
What is the fastest ever 5K?
What is the fastest ever 5K?
The fastest 5k ever is currently Joshua Cheptegei’s 2020 breathtaking time of 12:51 at the Monaco 5K 2020.
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 that 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).
