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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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Salisbury, MarylandAdventHealth Nighthawk Trail Run - Night Owl 5K and Coyote 10K
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, &13.1M Homestead, FL (26)
Homestead, FloridaHomegrown Illinois Corn Stars & Stripes Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Hoffman Estates, IllinoisIndependence Day 8K
Houston, Texas45th Annual YMCA Brickyard Run 5mi/5k
Hobart, IndianaMissoula Marathon Half Marathon 5K Kids Marathon
Missoula, MontanaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deltona, FL (26)
Deltona, FloridaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Oklahoma City, OK (26)
Oklahoma City, OklahomaRoyal Family Superhero Fun Run, 5K, 10K
Kennewick, WashingtonWOKC Run for the Kids
Plano, TexasMade in the USA 5K/10K/15K/Half
Sugar Hill, GeorgiaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (26)
Colonial Heights, VirginiaThe Flutter Run
Columbus, OhioBacon Around the Bend 5K
South Bend, IndianaMiddlebury Summer Festival 5k and 1 mile
Middlebury, IndianaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Temple, TX (26)
Temple, TexasRun For Hope
Coal Valley, IllinoisPlano Pacers Millet Mile and Ken Ashby 5K + Free Kids 1K
Plano, TexasAdam Puchta Wine & Swine Vineyard 5K
Hermann, MissouriSummer time in the LBC 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Long Beach, CaliforniaParma Run-Walk for Pierogies
Parma, OhioRun the Runway 5K
Texarkana, ArkansasBearhole Road Race
Mullens, West VirginiaPittsford Firecracker 5&10K Road Run June 27th, 2026 (Free kids race to follow!)
Pittsford, MichiganMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Camas, WA (26)
Camas, WashingtonIndependence Double
Winter Park, Florida1812 Challenge Weekend
Sackets Harbor, New YorkMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (26)
Montgomery, AlabamaJurassic Run 5K
Ogden, UtahClear for Takeoff 5K
Wausau, WisconsinMedal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Pflugerville, TX (26)
Pflugerville, TexasFootLoose 5K
Burns Harbor, IndianaMedal Madness 5K, & 10K at Manheim, PA, (26)
Manheim, PennsylvaniaGoleta Beach Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kid's 1-Mile
Goleta, CaliforniaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (26)
Bowling Green, KentuckyGarfield Ridge Stars and Stripes 5K Run
Chicago, IllinoisCapt'n Karl's Trail Series - Muleshoe Bend
Spicewood, TexasAgainst the Tide - Brewster
Brewster, BarnstableFREEDOM 5K & 10K
Pompano Beach, FloridaTreat Trot Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OklahomaDye Hard 5K
Yakima, Washington
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).
