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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
Run for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CaliforniaThe Great Waterville Marathon & Half
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H.O.P.E. 5K: Running for Survivors
Alabaster, AlabamaSasquatch Preservation Trail Run 5 & 10 K
Seven Valleys, PennsylvaniaToni's Race: Strollin' for the Colon
Honeoye Falls, New YorkRace for Education 5K and 1 Mile
Fredericksburg, VirginiaSTINGER 5K AT THE 180TH
Swanton, OhioWHITE CHAPEL PATRIOTS RACE
Troy, MichiganDonate Life NC Hero Run
Durham, North CarolinaWomen for Tomorrow 5k
Burlington, Wisconsin4th Annual Run for the Parks! 5K Run, Walk or Roll
Chicago, IllinoisCommunity First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction
Menasha, WisconsinRun 4 Don 5K & 15K
Gainesboro, TennesseeHeritage Days Fall 5K & 5 Mile
New Richmond, WisconsinBayside Saved by the Bell 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
Canoga Park, CaliforniaADK 5k
Lake George, New YorkHoney Brook Sweetwater Run
Narvon, PennsylvaniaDo the Haven Hustle 5K
Texarkana, ArkansasRace to Recycle
South Beloit, IllinoisBe Healthy Burleson 5K/10K/Fun Run
Burleson, TexasMiles 4 Madison 5K & 1K
Littleton, Colorado10th Annual Road Home Race
Wichita, KansasAutumn Run
Buena Vista, ColoradoTough Oaks OCR (Obstacle Course Run)
Newport, North CarolinaHeartbeat Hustle - Third Annual Heartbeat of Hoagland Foundation 5K Fun Run and Walk
Hoagland, IndianaMomentum Miles That Matter 5k
Jacksonville Beach, FloridaTerrebonne General Health System HeroFest 5K 2026
Houma, LouisianaRun for Kids' Sake 5k Benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Upstate
Greenville, South CarolinaR.U.N. Run 5K
Central, South CarolinaEmpower Sports 5K
Cleveland, OhioPeace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10K Run
Traverse City, MichiganRyan Burnett Memorial 5K
Cookeville, TennesseeBVRMC AWARE 5K
Storm Lake, IowaFor Kids' Sake International Superhero 5K
Carbondale, Illinois23rd Annual Groom Creek Classic: 1/2 Marathon, 10k, 5k Run
Prescott, ArizonaSeacoast Cancer 5K Run/Walk
Portsmouth, New HampshireSpoonbread Festival 5K
Berea, KentuckySioux Falls Marathon
Sioux Falls, South DakotaFire House 5k
Wausau, WisconsinQuilcene Oyster Races
Quilcene, WashingtonWANTAGH WARRIOR 5k
Wantagh, New YorkFirst Responders Suicide Prevention 5K
Locust Grove, Georgia
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).
