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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 2025
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 2025 - 2026 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 2025 - 2026
Philadelphia Labor Day 10K & 5K
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"A Walk to Remember" Pregnancy & Infant Loss 5k Walk/ Run
Monroe, LouisianaHICF Donna Peele Memorial 5k Race
Avon, North CarolinaHeart & Sole Run 5K, in Memory of Courtney Frazine
Fruitport, MichiganROCtoberfest 5K presented by Strangebird
Rochester, New York11th Annual Go Green for Cerebral Palsy 10k, 5k and 1 mile Fun Run, Walk, or Roll with Virtual 10k Option
Centre, AlabamaGrace Race
Alexandria, LouisianaWCU Cross Country Golden Ram Invitational
Kennett Square, PennsylvaniaCoppermine Breast Cancer Run
Hampstead, MarylandRace Judicata
Nashville, Tennessee6 Hours of Power (Caesar Creek State Park)
Waynesville, OhioHale Harvest 5K Run
Akron, OhioGrace-In-Motion's 12th Annual Run for the Kids 5k/2k
Fort Lee, New JerseyNIJC Community for Immigrant Justice 5K
Goshen, IndianaSpooky Sprint - Fayetteville
Fayetteville, ArkansasTalon Trot 5K & Fun Run
Galloway, New JerseyVermont PANDAS & PANS Awareness 5K Run/Walk
Burlington, VermontSarcoma Stomp: Run for Research
Carlyle, Illinois3rd Annual Rogers, AR Ostomy 5K
Rogers, ArkansasTiny Footprints Remembrance 5K Run/Walk
Midland, Michigan5K Halloween Hustle to benefit the Paulding Education Foundation
Dallas, GeorgiaZwolle Tamale Fiesta 5K
Zwolle, Louisiana2025 Child Advocates 5k and 1k Superhero Run
Houston, TexasSesser Oktoberfest 5k
Sesser, IllinoisLincoln Park Oktoberfest 5K Run / Walk
Lincoln Park, New JerseyThe Cat® Reman Challenge
Corinth, MississippiSwedish Mile Trail Run 2025
Mora, MinnesotaHaunted 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Commons Park, Royal Palm Beach, FL (41) 150
Royal Palm Beach, FloridaDefiance 50K / 30K / 15K
Tacoma, WashingtonHoot Hoot Hustle
Madison, WisconsinChili Chase 5K Run and Kids Pepper Dash
Belleville, IllinoisHaunted 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at E J Nutter Park, Beavercreek, OH (41) 80
Beavercreek, OhioPink October (Irving, TX)
Irving, TexasBlue Jacket 5K Run
Aynor, South CarolinaOak Bluffs Fall 5K
Oak Bluffs, MassachusettsKristen's Krew 5K
Concord, North CarolinaOsage Nation 5k Buffalo Run
Pawhuska, OklahomaEast Bay Front Runners Pride Run and Walk
Oakland, CaliforniaFit 4 Fall 5K Run/Walk
St. Joseph, MichiganManitou 5K
Manitou Springs, ColoradoBroad River Trail Run
Shelby, North Carolina
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).
