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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
Poppy's Run for Life - Berkeley (Fall 2025)
Berkeley, CaliforniaAll-American 5K
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2026 Happy Girls Bend Run
Bend, OregonLuau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at North Park, Jackson, TN (19) 30
Jackson, TennesseeLuau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at James D. Martin Park, Gadsden, AL (19) 30
Gadsden, AlabamaLuau 5K &10K at Green Hills County Park, Raleigh, NC (19M45)
Raleigh, North CarolinaLuau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Heritage Park, Olympia, WA (19) 80
Olympia, WashingtonLuau 5K & 10K at Fred Howard Park, Tarpon Springs, FL (19) 60
Tarpon Springs, FloridaLuau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Stockstill Park, Branson, MO (19) 40
Branson, MissouriRace for Adoption 5K
Greer, South CarolinaDistrict Dash 5K
Hilton Head Island, South CarolinaLisa Napoletano Running with the Angels 5K / 1M Races
Jim Thorpe, PennsylvaniaHopewell Valley Vineyards Wine Run 5k
Pennington, New JerseyThe Charlie Goldberger Loucks 5K Presented by The Loucks Games and The White Plains Rotary
White Plains, New YorkLuau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Vietnam Veterans Park, Concord, NC (19) 80
Concord, North CarolinaAnnual Mom's Celebration 5K /10K
Pompano Beach, FloridaWindermere Marathon
Spokane, WashingtonStairs for Strides 5K
Wheeling, West VirginiaRyan’s Run: A 5K for Recovery & Hope
Concord, New HampshireMoonlight Bootlegger 5k - Northville, MI
Northville, MichiganMolly Dattilo 5K & Elementary Races
Madison, IndianaLuau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at North Collier Regional Park, Naples, FL (19) 80
Naples, FloridaHot Pursuit 5k & 1 Mile Catch-A-Cop
Pickens, South CarolinaMother's Day 5k Run / Walk
Ocala, FloridaHeritage Park 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon
Olathe, KansasHo'omau 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
Ewa Beach, HawaiiLodi Optimist ONE MOTHER OF A RUN
Lodi, WisconsinEnjoy Your Life Happy Half Marathon & Friendly 5K
Amesbury, MassachusettsSprint to Health 5K Race
Grenada, MississippiP.A.C.E. Races for Youth Athletic Scholarships
Smiths Grove, KentuckyCapital City Race
Jefferson City, MissouriJohn Bryan Trail Race
Yellow Springs, OhioRuntastic DINO
Vernal, UtahLuau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Whitehall Park, Richmond, KY (19) 30
Richmond, KentuckyCampus Life 5k - The FROZEN 5k!
Fresno, California15th Anniversary Rock N' Run
Allentown, PennsylvaniaCrystal Lake Outdoor Center 10th Annual Trail Race
Hughesville, PennsylvaniaK is for Kindness 5 K and 1K Run
Richland, WashingtonLuau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Ephram White Park, Bowling Green, KY (19) 30
Bowling Green, KentuckyBullfrog 5K Run/Walk
Santa Anna, TexasMiddle Finger 5K
Geneva, New YorkBloom & Zoom
Cary, North Carolina
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).
