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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 Rocky Hill Triathlon
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20TH Annual New Year's EVE At Noon 5K
Athens, GeorgiaMidnight Special 5K
Toledo, Ohio2025 NYE Glow Run
Harrisonburg, Virginia3rd Annual New Years Eve 5K To Benefit The Fort Myers Beach Woman's Club
Fort Myers Beach, Florida21st Race into the New Year 5k & 1/4 Mile Fun Dash
Rehoboth Beach, DelawareCheers to New Year's 5k Run/Walk - Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda, FloridaRevolution Run - New Years Day Morning
Kearns, UtahBrazen New Year's Day 2026
Castro Valley, CaliforniaDash & Splash 5K
Palestine, TexasDay One (Mineola, TX)
Mineola, TexasCharlotte New Year's Day 5K 2026
Charlotte, North CarolinaCheers to New Year's 5k Run/Walk - Tampa
Tampa, FloridaLebanon Borough New Year's 5K Run & Walk
Lebanon, New JerseyRun for the Call 2026
Point Pleasant Beach, New JerseyLehigh Valley New Year's Chaser: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Coplay, PennsylvaniaWCRC New Year's Day Hangover Classic: 5k, 10k, Plunge!
Salisbury, MassachusettsNew Year's Day 5K & Fun Run
Dallas, TexasNew Year’s Day 5k Hot Chocolate Run 2026
Salisbury, MarylandDay One (Paris, TX)
Paris, TexasDay One
Denton, TexasNew Year 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Two Rivers Park, Little Rock, AR (New Year) 150
Little Rock, ArkansasMegaBite Events New Years 2026 Hangover 5k & 1.5K Pup Strut
Hamilton Township, New JerseyNew Year's Day Run 5K McKinney
Mckinney, TexasRise & Run 5K
Bradenton, FloridaHangover Run 5K
Williamstown, New JerseyNew Year's Day 5K Run/Walk
Knoxville, TennesseeResolute Runner 5k
Arvada, Colorado2026 Race the Landing 5K New Years Day Pajama Run -Recycle, Reuse and Renew
Charleston, South CarolinaHappy New Year 2026 - 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
Long Beach, CaliforniaNew Years Day 5K & Half Marathon
Cumming, GeorgiaCheers to New Year's 5k Run/Walk
Itasca, IllinoisAuburn Resolution Run
Auburn, CaliforniaLake Travis New Year's Trail Challenge with Ruck options- 100K | 50K | 25K | Half-Marathon | 10K | 5K | Kids 1K
Marble Falls, TexasNew Years Day 5K & Half Marathon-Shreveport
Bossier City, LouisianaRunning of the Lights
Clemmons, North CarolinaMiles for Files
Minneapolis, Minnesota2026 Resolution Run & Walk 5K
Hillsborough, New JerseyResolution 5K /10K
Fort Lauderdale, FloridaFirst Day 5K
Whitinsville, MassachusettsThe New Year's Dash 5K Run/Walk
Elizabethtown, 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).
