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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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Distant Area Vol Fire Dept PB Festival 5K Race/Fun Walk and Half Marathon
New Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaRun for the Widows & Orphans 5K
Rockmart, GeorgiaDo Hard Things 5k Run/Walk & 9.11-Mile Run or Ruck
Columbia, MissouriGolden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Omaha
Omaha, NebraskaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Corunna, MI (38)
Corunna, MichiganRUN THE DAM 2026
Grand Coulee, WashingtonSkinny Raven Oktoberfest
Anchorage, AlaskaCenterstone's 24th Annual Life;Story 5K/10K Run/Walk for Suicide Prevention - Florida
Sarasota, Florida9th Annual Joseph P. McDonald, ESQ. Memorial Walk
PROVIDENCE, Rhode IslandLittle Red Heart 5K
Oklahoma City, OklahomaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Kerrville, TX (38)
Kerrville, TexasTexas State Forest Festival Lumber-JACKED 5K & Fun Run
Lufkin, TexasChristina's House Annual 5K Run or 1 Mile Walk
Springfield, Massachusetts17th Annual Joshua's Wish Gold Ribbon 5K Run/Walk & Honor Walk
Macon, GeorgiaRunning From Squatch - Springfield, MO
Springfield, MissouriBurris Hoot Scoot 2026
Muncie, IndianaRyan Burnett Memorial 5K
Cookeville, TennesseeMedal Madness 5K & 10K at Akron, PA (38)
Akron, PennsylvaniaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at DeBary, FL (38)
DeBary, FloridaThe Arc Northwest Mississippi Happy Feet 5K
Olive Branch, MississippiStay. 5k
Ada, OklahomaPaladin Pacer 5K Trail Race
Cumming, GeorgiaTunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Cypress, TX / Northwest Houston
Cypress, TexasNAMI Arkansas End the Stigma 5K Run/Walk - Central Arkansas
North Little Rock, ArkansasPound the Pavement for Purple 5K and 2 Mile Walk
Neptune, New JerseyCaleb Brown Memorial 5K
Greensburg, IndianaWOODLAWN UNITED 5K
Birmingham, AlabamaMedal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Everett, WA (38)
Everett, WashingtonR.U.N. Run 5K
Central, South CarolinaTröegs Rugged Trail 5K Run for Conservation
Millersburg, PennsylvaniaRunway To a Cure
Ottawa, IllinoisPS I Love You 5K and 1 Mile
Akron, OhioMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deer Park, TX (38)
Deer Park, TexasWildcat 5K and Family Fun Run
Mc Lean, VirginiaFrontrunners Lexington Pride Run 5K
Lexington, KentuckyManUp - Prostate Cancer 5K Awareness Run/Walk
Missouri City, TexasCOLOR ME PINK 5K, FUN WALK, AND GENTLEMEN'S DASH 2026
Scranton, LackawannaJurassic Jaunt – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon
Long Beach, CaliforniaRun for the STARS 2026
Wheaton, IllinoisMegan's Mission 5k Run
Coal City, Illinois
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).
