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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
Philadelphia41st Annual Independence Day 5K
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Dashing Through the Snow and Fire 5k
Fowlerville, MichiganRun Like The Dickens
Holly, MichiganMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Freedom Park, Williamsburg, VA (49) 100
Williamsburg, VirginiaFirst State Bank Key Largo Bridge 5k Run/Walk
Key Largo, FloridaReindeer Run 2025
Wheaton, Illinois2025 Flutie 5K for Autism: West Melbourne, FL
West Melbourne, FloridaMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Gemini Springs Park, DeBary, FL (49) 75
DeBary, FloridaChasin' Christmas (Denton, TX)
Denton, TexasDash 4 Shelter
Bloomington, IndianaSanta Hustle Chicago
Chicago, IllinoisCongaree and Penn Spiked Apple 5k
Jacksonville, Florida2025 Jingle Bell Run - Louisville, KY
Louisville, KentuckyJingle Bell Dash 5k Run/Walk
Spring Hill, FloridaAll-Out Fa La La
Westminster, ColoradoMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Holston River Park, Knoxville, TN (49) 80
Knoxville, TennesseeSan Joaquin River Trail 10k/25k/50k
Friant, CaliforniaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Medal of Honor Park, Mobile, AL (49) 80
Mobile, AlabamaGingerbread Lane 5K & 10K Houston
Cypress, TexasMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon Boomer Lake Park, Stillwater, OK (49) 50
Stillwater, OklahomaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Ben Geren Regional Park, Fort Smith, AR (49)
Fort Smith, ArkansasRun Like The Dickens 5K Run/Walk
Chestertown, MarylandCandy Cane Course- Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma2025 Jingle Bell Run - Iowa
Iowa City, IowaRun LoCo Certified Half Marathon and 5K Elf On the Run Presented by Kimberly Clark
Lenior City, TennesseeLove Like Alissa 5k
Newberry, South CarolinaHope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k in Memory of Garrett Yeager
Batesville, ArkansasMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Eagle Lakes Community Park, Naples, FL (49) 80
Naples, FloridaMedal Madenss 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Cedar Lane Regional Park, Bel Air, MD (49) 80
Bel Air, Maryland2025 Jingle Bell Run - Nashville, TN
Nashville, TennesseeCranford Santa Run 10:15 am
Cranford, New Jersey2025 Jingle Bell Run - Raleigh, NC
Cary, North CarolinaBold Blitzen 5K at Bold Rock Cidery
Nellysford, VirginiaBeck 5k- Cookies & Claus 2025
Palatka, Florida2025 Jingle Bell Run - Fargo, ND
Fargo, North DakotaJingle Bell Rockin' Run
Kings Mountain, North CarolinaReindeer Run and Grinch Sprint
Flower Mound, TexasChristmas in the Park
Terre Haute, Indiana2025 Jingle Bell Run - New Jersey
Holmdel, New JerseyBirthday Bash 5k!-Presented by Girls on the Run SWFL
Ft Myers, FloridaPanama City Beach Marathon
Panama City Beach, 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).
