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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
Philadelphia Labor Day 10K & 5K
PhiladelphiaRun For The Hills 5k
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JINGLE BELL 8K RUN & 5K WALK
Coplay, PennsylvaniaChasing Santa 5k/Cycling Santa Toy Drive Presented by: Springs Law Group
Colorado Springs, ColoradoMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Mahr Park, Madisonville, KY (49) 30
Madisonville, KentuckyMedal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1, & 26.2 at Paul Boorman Trail Park, Longview, TX (49) 80
Longview, TexasJingle Bell 5K & Fun Run/Walk
Grove, OklahomaCandy Cane 5K
Langhorne, PennsylvaniaYMCA of the Blue Water Area JINGLE BELL RUN!
Port Huron, MichiganDashing through Defiance - 1 mile | 5k | 10k
Defiance, MissouriCandy Cane Course- St. Paul
Lake Elmo, MinnesotaWilmington Historic Half, 10K & 5K
Wilmington, North CarolinaFrigid Forest 5k Hulbert
Hulbert, OklahomaRun Santa Run Sheboygan at Blue Harbor Resort
Sheboygan, WisconsinMaraFUNrun 5K
Sacramento, CaliforniaSanta's Helpers 5K
Wilmington, DelawareRun Houston! Sugar Land Santa 5K & 10K presented by Houston Methodist
Sugar Land, TexasCandy Cane Course- Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TexasMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Miccosukee Greenway, Tallahassee, FL (49) 50
Tallahassee, FloridaMedal Madness 5K & 10K at Callaway Recreational Complex, Panama City, FL (49) 30
Panama City, FloridaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Little Sugar Creek, Charlotte, NC (49) 100
Charlotte, North CarolinaManheim Santa 5K Run and Walk
Manheim, PennsylvaniaMistletoe Run
Winston Salem, North CarolinaAsbury Park Santa Run
Asbury Park, New JerseyCandy Cane Dash
Frederick, Maryland2025 Flutie 5K for Autism: West Melbourne, FL
West Melbourne, Florida28th Annual Jingle Bell Run
Nacogdoches, TexasThe 28th Annual Jingle & Jog 5k
Sarasota, FloridaRunning for Africa 2025
Decatur, AlabamaCandy Cane Course- Ann Arbor
Brighton, MichiganSanta Will Run for Beer 5K-ish
Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaOld Town Rudolph Run
Leander, TexasRun for the House - Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston 5K and Kids 1 K
Houston, Texas2025 Jingle Bell Run - Louisville, KY
Louisville, KentuckyThe Santa Race 5k and Little Reindeer Dash
Gahanna, OhioReindeer Run 2025
Wheaton, IllinoisCHRISTMAS VILLAGE 5K
Whitehouse, Ohio2025 Jingle Bell Run - Birmingham, AL
Homewood, AlabamaThe Aden Perry Hero Event 5k
Sunrise, FloridaThe Manhattanite 10K and 5K
New York, New YorkSanta Shuffle 5K Run/Walk for the Children
Bridgton, MaineJingle Bell Dash 5k Run/Walk
Spring Hill, Florida
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).
