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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
Hornet Run 5k
Vinita, OklahomaSue Crowe Memorial NVRC Arts Fest 5K and 10 Mile Road Races, and Kid's Races
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Gourdy's Pumpkin Run: Lansing
St. Johns, MichiganVictory Run x Planet Fitness
TBD, MissouriMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at E J Nutter Park, Beavercreek, OH (36) 100
Beavercreek, OhioTunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Sheboygan, WI
Sheboygan, WisconsinLIVE LIFE IN COLOR 5K & 1-Mile Run
Wilson, North CarolinaRubik's Cube (Denton, TX)
Denton, TexasPups & Pastries
Cary, North CarolinaRuntastic NEBO
Payson, UtahMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Oakside Community Park, Biglerville, PA (36) 50
Biglerville, PennsylvaniaSpeakUp5k
Richmond, VirginiaMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Stith-Talbert Park, Rocky Mount, NC (36)
Rocky Mount, North CarolinaSTRIDE 5k/10k Run Walk - Riverfront, Wallace Marine, and Minto-Brown Island parks
Salem, OregonMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Cedar Lane Regional Park, Bel Air, MD (36) 80
Bel Air, MarylandMoonlight Madness 5K & Monster Mile
Winston Salem, North CarolinaMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Mount Hope Park, Grand Ledge, MI (36) 80
Grand Ledge, MichiganSpringdale 5K
Camden, South Carolina5K Run-Walk for Craniosynostosis
Lufkin, TexasHeroes Hustle 5K
Webster, TexasBIRR Hilo Bay 5k and 10k
Hilo, HawaiiEmancipation Day 5K
Laurel, MarylandMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Heritage Park, Olympia, WA (36)
Olympia, WashingtonMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K & Half Marathon at Ed Austin Regional Park, Jacksonville, FL (36) 80
Jacksonville, FloridaTunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Buffalo, NY
Buffalo, New YorkHope Childrens Fund 21st Annual Larry Hohler Bi-Continental 5k Run/Walk
Shoreham, New YorkMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Mahr Park, Madisonville, KY (36) 30
Madisonville, KentuckyMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon Boomer Lake Park, Stillwater, OK (36)
Stillwater, Oklahoma11th Annual Chas Foundation 5K and 1-mile Fun Run/Walk presented by: Sentara
Suffolk, Virginia3rd Annual 5K Suicide Awareness/Prevention Event
Concord, North CarolinaHelene Cody Cranbury 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Cranbury, New Jersey9/11 Run to Remember
Clovis, California16th Annual Run For Their Lives 5K
Gibsonia, PennsylvaniaApple Dumpling Day Races
Elroy, WisconsinJ.J. the Jet Plane Foundation 5K Color Run/Walk for Pediatric Cancer
Frenchburg, KentuckyMedal Madness 5K & Half Marathon at Hickory City Park, Hickory, NC (36) 80
Hickory, North CarolinaSkipjack Run
Deal Island, MarylandMedal Madness 1M, 5K, & 10K at Roof Park, New Cumberland, PA (36) 80
New Cumberland, PennsylvaniaCole Camp Fair 5k Run/Walk
Cole Camp, MissouriRun the Vineyards - Penns Woods Yoga & 5K
Chadds Ford, PennsylvaniaFallApple
South Orange, New JerseyRun Walk + Roll 5K/1M
Lexington, Kentucky
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).