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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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Dirty Spokes Labor Day 5K
Dacula, GeorgiaWatermelon Run
Lawrence, MichiganPutnam County Running Series
Ottawa, OhioKettering-Centerville Kiwanis Food on the Run 5k Run/Walk
Kettering, OhioGreen Lake Area 13dot1 Races - 2026
Green Lake, WisconsinMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Temple, TX (36)
Temple, TexasMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Rocky Mount, NC (36)
Rocky Mount, North CarolinaRun4Education2026
The Woodlands, TexasSpeed The Light 5k Festival
Mcallen, TexasGet Ready to Run! 5K Training Program (Fall Session) - presented by Hartford Healthcare
Glastonbury, ConnecticutMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (36)
Fort Smith, ArkansasLabor Day Trail Challenge 50-Mile • 50K • Marathon • Half Marathon & Ruck • 10K • 5K • 8-Hour Run/Walk (Solo) • 8-Hour Relay
Cedar Creek, TexasBook It for the Olive Free Library 5K Run/Walk
Olivebridge, New YorkIron Rig 5k
Florence, KentuckyMy Day 5K and 1 Mile Trot
Columbia, TennesseeRock4Vets 5K - Sponsored by Peoples Hospice Foundation
Pensacola, FloridaRecovery Run of the Rockies 5K
Fort Collins, ColoradoMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Tallahassee, FL (36)
Tallahassee, FloridaHootenanny 5K (Pontotoc, MS)
Pontotoc, MississippiNorwayne Alumni and Friends, Inc 5K Walk/Run for Scholarships
Fremont, North CarolinaRuth Woods Fun Run
Richwood, OhioMama K's Cookie Run
Oconomowoc, Wisconsin"Hustle For Hunger" Saint Maria Goretti Parish 5K Run/Walk: Saturday Sept. 5th, 2026 start time 8 a.m. (Rain or Shine)
Dyer, IndianaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Columbus, GA (36)
Columbus, GeorgiaAppletime 5k
Murphysboro, IllinoisRunWild Fall XC Classic 5k
Georgetown, KentuckyGolden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Denver
Westminster, Colorado36TH LAST BLAST PREDICTION 5K
Rehoboth Beach, DelawareMedal Madness 5K & 10K at Panama City, FL (36)
Panama City, FloridaFamily Reach 5k & Fun Run
Lake City, FloridaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Springdale, AR (36)
Springdale, Arkansas50th Annual Sao Paio 5k road race/walk and fun run
Naugatuck, ConnecticutAnnual Fun Run for Charities
Red Lodge, MontanaStop Drop and Run 5k 10k
Barnegat, New JerseyExplorer Acres 5k
Collinsville, MississippiHope For Youths Trick or Trot Run
North Babylon, New York9/11 Patriot Day of Remembrance
Edinburg, TexasJoshua's Quest 5K
Blairsville, GeorgiaLiv in the Journey 5k
Cleveland, TennesseeLinda “Linny Lou” James Memorial 5k and 1 Mile Run or Walk
Fletcher, Oklahoma
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).
