5k Runs found
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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
Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1 at JR Alford Greenway, Tallahassee, FL (23S30)
Tallahassee, FloridaVineland Breakfast Chase 5K/5M
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2025 Jingle Bell Run - Kankakee, IL
Kankakee, IllinoisRun Santa Run 5K - Morgantown
Morgantown, West VirginiaThe Holiday Showdown (Irving, TX)
Irving, TexasWichita Great Santa Run 5K & Santa's Little Elves Fun Run
Wichita, KansasSanta Hustle Milwaukee
Milwaukee, Wisconsin7th Annual Dreidel Dash 5k & Kids Races
Wellesley Hills, MassachusettsPoppy's Run for Life - Berkeley (Fall 2025)
Berkeley, CaliforniaWinter Runderland 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Kids Dash
Long Beach, CaliforniaCarolina Ugly Sweater 5k Walk/Run & 1k Elf Run
Cornelius, North CarolinaWinter Classic 5K
Cambridge, MassachusettsLocust Elfie 5K Run/Walk
Locust, North CarolinaLemont Frigid 5K
Lemont, IllinoisFleet Feet Poughkeepsie's 2025 Ugly Sweater Run
Poughkeepsie, New York2025 Jingle Bell Run - New Hampshire
Concord, New HampshireDowntown Jingle Jog 5K
Greensboro, North CarolinaCleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k
Cleveland, OhioThe Chris Conway Memorial Run and 1 Mile Walk
Ridgefield Park, New JerseyCCD’s Holiday Race for Recovery 5K
New Castle, DelawareMontessori Key West 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run
Key West, FloridaWilliam H. Craig Race for Life 5K and 10K
Wilmington, North CarolinaCrusader Christmas 5K
Easton, PennsylvaniaThe Coach Spo's 5K, benefiting Nicklaus Children's and the Miami HEAT Charitable Fund
Miami, Florida2025 Jingle Bell Run - Las Vegas, NV
Las Vegas, NevadaLegendary Lights 5K
Clifton, OhioRun with Santa 5K
Reston, VirginiaCandy Cane Course- Cleveland
North Royalton, OhioYMCA Santa Run 5k & 10k Run
Beaver, PennsylvaniaFind Your StrƖ∆de 5K
Tallahassee, FloridaThe Duke’s Holiday Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K Race Fest
Bridgewater, New JerseyThe Twinkling Two Miler presented by United Bank
Myrtle Beach, South CarolinaIrving Frost Marathon Social Run
Irving, TexasCity of Conway Under the Lights 5k Run/Walk
Conway, South CarolinaRunnin' Gear X Brooks and Brews
Waterford, MichiganDowntown Christmas Run
Shreveport, LouisianaBoley Centers' 43rd Annual Jingle Bell Run
St. Petersburg, FloridaRun Run Rudolph 5K | 1 Mile Fun Run | Christmas Carol Crawl
Tuscumbia, AlabamaJingle Bell Run - Avon Park, FL
Avon Park, FloridaKiawah Island Marathon
Kiawah Island, South CarolinaCalifornia December Distance Night
Los Angeles, CaliforniaSanta's CHRISTMAS EXPLOSION Run
Springfield, Missouri
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).
