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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
Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Hawk Island Park, Lansing, MI (21S40)
Lansing, MichiganSweaty Hooters Trail Runs and Stage Race
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Kennett Run
Kennett Square, PennsylvaniaLuau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Gemini Springs Park, DeBary, FL (20) 80
DeBary, FloridaBlazer Bolt for Brain Cancer 5K
Birmingham, AlabamaLuau 5K & 10K at Ann and Chuck Dever Regional Park, Eanglewood, FL (20) 50
Englewood, FloridaSyttende Mai Classic Run/Walk
Stoughton, WisconsinStars Stripes Spirit 5K
Des Moines, IowaLuau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Chiawana Park, Pasco, WA (20) 80
Pasco, WashingtonThe Best 5K on the Brazos
Waco, TexasMountains to Mainstreet Half Marathon & 5K
Greenville, South CarolinaThe Ta Ta Dash The Race to Erase Breast Cancer
Spokane, WashingtonThe Wiener Run 5K & 10K - Houston
Sugar Land, TexasRun for Resilience
Orlando, FloridaForeshore Adventure Run
Muskegon, MichiganHospital Hill Run
Kansas City, MissouriWalk for Water 5k Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CaliforniaBoots and Brews 5K
Freeport, MaineLuau 5K, 10K, & 13.1 at Heritage Harbor Park, Bradenton, FL (20L80)
Bradenton, FloridaCary Hero Dash 5KM Walk/Run
Cary, IllinoisKID-FIT Family Fun Run 5K & 1K - All Ages
South El Monte, CaliforniaIowa Trail Run Series: Ledges
Madrid, IowaLuau 5K & 10K at Callaway Recreational Complex, Panama City, FL (20S30)
Panama City, FloridaLookin For A Cure Raleigh/Durham
Durham, North CarolinaSurviving the Color
Terre Haute, IndianaLuau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Baseline Trailhead Park, Ocala, FL (20) 80
Ocala, FloridaNashville Music Dash
Nashville, TennesseeSehgahunda Trail Marathon, Marathon Relay & Vale of Three Falls
Portageville, New York5th Annual Boots and Brews 5K
Freeport, MaineLuau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA (20) 30
Bettendorf, IowaCanyon City Classic
Azusa, CaliforniaLuau 5K & 10K at Loyd H Roland Memorial Park, Akron, PA (20S40)
Akron, Pennsylvania10th Annual Run 2 Remember
Salem, Oregon2026 Ferguson Twilight Run
Saint Louis, MissouriWild Rose Half Marathon & 5K
Roseville, CaliforniaRESERVOIR RUSH
Moodus, Connecticut2nd annual RTR 5K for Recovery Run/Walk-Shining a Light on Mental Health
Boca Raton, FloridaHometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, South DakotaLuau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Freedom Park, Williamsburg, VA (20M125)
Williamsburg, VirginiaCDA Marathon
Coeur d'Alene, IdahoTaco 'Bout Fun Run
Flagstaff, ArizonaSouth Fayette/Bridgeville 5K
McDonald, Pennsylvania
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).
