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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
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Treat Trot Columbus
Columbus, OhioThe Big Kahuna 5K, 10K - Austin
Pflugerville, TexasAll-American 5K
Saint Louis, MissouriThe Big Kahuna 5K, 10K - Tyler
Tyler, TexasHAPPY TRAILS
Toledo, OhioTuesdays In The Park Ice Cream 5k & Kids Fun Run June 23
Pottstown, PennsylvaniaNags Head Sunrise 5k Beach Race Series Epstein St. Beach Access June 25, 2026
Nags Head, North CarolinaDECU Glow Run for Empowerment Opportunity Center
Forsyth, IllinoisHistory Hustle
Albion, MichiganNight Glow 5K
Massillon, OhioThe Rock the Loch 5K/10K/Half Marathon (LIVE or Virtual)
Castro Valley, CaliforniaFenton Festival of Fitness
Fenton, MichiganJune Summer Sizzler 5k + 1 mile
Cleveland, TennesseeRun Hatteras 5k Road Race Series June 26, 2026
Avon, North CarolinaKokosing Alberici Traylor Engineers Day 5K
Sault Sainte Marie, MichiganRun the Runway at Chicago Executive Airport
Wheeling, IllinoisLand of the Free 5K
Columbiana, OhioFounders Park 5k
Wells, MaineMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (26)
Olympia, WashingtonProud to Run: Pride Race
Chicago, IllinoisTreat Trot Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WisconsinTrenton Summerfest Half Marathon, 8K, and 5K
Trenton, MichiganBlueberry Pie 5K, 1 Mile, Pie Eating Contest
Osterville, MassachusettsMedal Madness 5K & 10K, Gainesville, FL (26)
Gainesville, FloridaIowa Trail Run Series: Sleepy Hollow
Des Moines, IowaRun For Jeff
Solvay, New YorkMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Panama City Beach, FL (26)
Panama City Beach, FloridaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Largo, FL (26)
Largo, FloridaMedal Madness 5K, & 10K at Hattiesburg, MS (26)
hattiesburg, MississippiRunning with the Devil 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon, Marathon, and 50K
Las Vegas, NevadaTreat Trot Omaha
Omaha, NebraskaBalic Wine Run 5k
Mays Landing, New JerseyMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Gadsden, AL (27)
Gadsden, AlabamaTreat Trot Austin
Austin, TexasFirecracker 5K & 1 Mile Sparkler Run
Annandale, MinnesotaMedal Madness 5K, & 10K at Knoxville, TN (26)
Knoxville, TennesseeMedal Madness 5K & 10K, Byron, GA (26)
Byron, Georgia2026 Trinity Health Seaway Run
Muskegon, MichiganMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Naples, FL (26)
Naples, FloridaMedal Madness 5K, & 10K at Circleville, OH (26)
Circleville, Ohio
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).
