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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
Philadelphia35th Annual Tour De Cape 5K And Bike Ride & Kids Bike Ride - 2026
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Christmas Star Run
Union City, GeorgiaHaddonfield Snowflake Run
Haddonfield, New Jersey2025 Jingle Bell Run - Orange County & Inland Empire
Anaheim, CaliforniaCaloosa Fest 5K
Alva, FloridaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at James Wilson Park, Temple, TX (49) 80
Temple, TexasRun or Wine 5K Series - December 2025
Woodinville, WashingtonSouth Pasadena Tiger Run 5K/10K
South Pasadena, CaliforniaMedal Madness 5K, & 10K at Roof Park, New Cumberland, PA (49) 80
New Cumberland, Pennsylvania2025 Jingle Bell Run - Cleveland, OH
Highland Hills, OhioLewisburg Ugly Sweater 5K
Lewisburg, TennesseeThe Chocoholics 5k: West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach,, FloridaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Shaw Family Park, Springdale, AR (49) 50
Springdale, ArkansasMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Mahr Park, Madisonville, KY (49) 30
Madisonville, KentuckyCelebrate Woodinville Winterfest 5k
Woodinville, WashingtonSanta Run for Education 5K Race
Bozeman, MontanaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1, & 26.2 at Paul Boorman Trail Park, Longview, TX (49) 60
Longview, TexasReindeer Stampede 5k/Fun Run
Richlands, North CarolinaRun Elf Run
Pontiac, MichiganCandy Cane Course- St. Paul
Lake Elmo, Minnesota2025 Jingle Bell Run - Houston, TX
Houston, TexasUtah Santa Run - Gardner Village
West Jordan, UtahRun Santa Run Sheboygan at Blue Harbor Resort
Sheboygan, WisconsinFrigid Forest 5k Hulbert
Hulbert, OklahomaAnacortes Santa Run
Anacortes, WashingtonToy Drop
Loveland, Colorado2025 Jingle Bell Run - Metro DC
Arlington, Virginia‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (Houston, TX)
Houston, 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, FloridaCandy Cane 5K Run
Stevensville, MichiganThe Frosty 5: 5k Run / Walk
Middletown, PennsylvaniaChasing Santa 5k/Cycling Santa Toy Drive Presented by: Springs Law Group
Colorado Springs, ColoradoMistletoe Run
Winston Salem, North CarolinaCandy Cane Dash
Frederick, MarylandJingle Bell 5K & Fun Run/Walk
Grove, OklahomaCandy Cane 5K
Langhorne, PennsylvaniaYMCA of the Blue Water Area JINGLE BELL RUN!
Port Huron, MichiganCandy Cane Course- Ann Arbor
Brighton, MichiganWilmington Historic Half, 10K & 5K
Wilmington, North CarolinaSanta Will Run for Beer 5K-ish
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
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).
