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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
PhiladelphiaThe Great Turkey Chase 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
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2025 Jingle Bell Run - Miami, FL
Miami, FloridaRotary Santa Run 5K & 1 mile Family Fun Walk & Elf kids run
Evansville, Indiana2025 Jingle Bell Run - Tulsa
Tulsa, OklahomaSantas On The Loose
Saint Louis, MissouriMedal Madness 5K & Half Marathon at Hickory City Park, Hickory, NC (49) 20
Hickory, North Carolina2025 Jingle Bell Run - New Jersey
Holmdel, New JerseyMission Jingle 2025
Carthage, TexasCORE's 2025 Reindeer Run & Roll 5k
Altamonte Springs, Florida28th Annual Jingle Bell Run
Nacogdoches, TexasDashing Through the Snow and Fire 5k
Fowlerville, MichiganSan Joaquin River Trail 10k/25k/50k
Friant, CaliforniaChristmas in the Park
Terre Haute, IndianaDASHER DANCER PRANCER 5K
Carencro, Louisiana2025 Flutie 5K for Autism: West Melbourne, FL
West Melbourne, FloridaCHRISTMAS VILLAGE 5K
Whitehouse, OhioChasin' Christmas (Denton, TX)
Denton, TexasGrab Bag Winter Edition, An Awesomesauce Event presented by Run Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TennesseeChino Valley YMCA Reindeer Romp 5K
Chino, CaliforniaAnderson Area YMCA Reindeer Run
Anderson, South Carolina2025 Jingle Bell Run Indiana
Indianapolis, IndianaThe Chocoholics 5k: West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach,, Florida2025 Jingle Bell Run - Springfield, MO
Springfield, Missouri15th Annual Reindeer Run/Walk
American Canyon, CaliforniaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Shamrock Park, Venice, FL (49) 30
Venice, FloridaAnnual Elf Run Bellaire
Bellaire, MichiganRun for the Beaches 5K & Fun Run/Walk
Treasure Island, Florida2025 Jingle Bell Run - Nashville, TN
Nashville, TennesseeMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon Boomer Lake Park, Stillwater, OK (49) 30
Stillwater, OklahomaJingle Dash 10K, 5K, and Fun Run
Chantilly, VirginiaSanta Hustle Chicago
Chicago, IllinoisSouth Pasadena Tiger Run 5K/10K
South Pasadena, CaliforniaRun Like The Dickens 5K Run/Walk
Chestertown, MarylandMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Gemini Springs Park, DeBary, FL (49) 75
DeBary, FloridaSanta Shuffle: Speed the Light 10K, 5K & Fun Run/Walk
Krum, Texas2025 Jingle Bell Run - Orange County & Inland Empire
Anaheim, CaliforniaFrigid Forest 5k Hulbert
Hulbert, Oklahoma2025 Jingle Bell Run - Solomon's Island, MD
Solomon's Island, MarylandJamestown Glow Run/Walk
Sequim, WashingtonTavola Reindeer Run
New Caney, TexasCaloosa Fest 5K
Alva, 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).
