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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
Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (52)
Montgomery, AlabamaHeritage All Day 5k
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2026 Bend Beer Run
Bend, OregonRuntastic NEBO
Payson, UtahSloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 ATLANTA
Atlanta, GeorgiaSCOUTING AMERICA HALF MARATHON & TENDERFOOT 5K
Bowling Green, OhioSloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 PHILADELPHIA
Camden, New JerseyThe Labor Day Slay
St Louis, MissouriYiasou Greek Festival 5K presented by Novant Health
Charlotte, North CarolinaSummer Sizzler- Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MichiganSloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK
Austin, TexasNine Line Foundation Run For The Wounded 5K/10k
savannah, GeorgiaSloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 PHOENIX
Phoenix, ArizonaAsheville Half Marathon & 10K/5K
Asheville, North CarolinaMedal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Panama City Beach, FL (35)
Panama City Beach, FloridaSummer Sizzler - Greater Houston
Houston, TexasSloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON
Chicago, IllinoisSloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
Sacramento, CaliforniaSalt Springs Field, Forest & Falls Trail Races
Montrose, PennsylvaniaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35)
Danville, KentuckySummer Sizzler- Dallas
Dallas, TexasSloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH
Fort Worth, TexasRace to Cure Sarcoma Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaSloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN ANTONIO
San Antonio, TexasSummer Sizzler- Kansas City
Overland Park, KansasSloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 DENVER/AURORA
Centennial, ColoradoAliferis Memorial Race
Alpena, MichiganSloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO
San Diego, CaliforniaMedal Madness 5K, & 10K at Midlothian, VA (35)
Midlothian, VirginiaFostering Hope 5K
Richmond, KentuckySummer Sizzler- Fayetteville
Fayetteville, ArkansasSloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 HOUSTON
Houston, TexasSummer Sizzler- St Louis
Maryland Heights, MissouriSummer Sizzler- Greater Chicago
Aurora, IllinoisSummer Sizzler- Lansing
Lansing, MichiganSummer Sizzler- Little Rock
North Little Rock, ArkansasSummer Sizzler- San Antonio
San Antonio, TexasFairgrounds 5k, Mile & Market
Cumberland Center, Maine2026 Cal Tri Charlottesville - 8.30.26
Charlottesville, VirginiaTorrance Memorial Medical Center, BRA Run, Los Angeles
Playa Del Rey, California5K Fun Run and Family Walk
Glenview, IllinoisLighthouse 5k Series September 2, 2026
Corolla, 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).
