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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
PhiladelphiaPeeples Pumpkin Run 2025
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Cajun Country Run (1/2 Marathon, 10k, 5k & Fun Run)
Lafayette, LouisianaBakersfield Jingle Bell Run for Toys for Tots
Bakersfield, CaliforniaHoliday 1M, 5K, & 10K at Sage Park, Mobile, AL (51) 45
Mobile, AlabamaHoliday 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Louise Hays Park, Kerrville, TX (51) 60
Kerrville, TexasSanta Run & Walk 5K/2K | Hometown Happenings
Crown Point, IndianaHoliday 5K & 10K at Ann and Chuck Dever Regional Park, Eanglewood, FL (51) 50
Englewood, FloridaCandy Cane Course - Houston
Sugar Land, TexasLake Norman Half Marathon Elf Classic
Statesville, North CarolinaGrinch Gallop
Van Alstyne, Texas‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (Dallas, TX)
Dallas, TexasHoliday 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at McCurdy Park, Corunna, MI (51) 50
Corunna, MichiganSan Diego Holiday Half Marathon & 5K
San Diego, CaliforniaHoliday 5K &10K at Green Hills County Park, Raleigh, NC (51) 45
Raleigh, North CarolinaHoliday 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Rotary Park, Columbus, GA (51) 40
Columbus, Georgia‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (San Diego, CA)
Escondido, CaliforniaMerry Mitchmas 5K & 10K
Edmond, OklahomaClovis Rudolph Run
Clovis, CaliforniaCandy Cane Course - Lansing
Lansing, Michigan2025 Jingle Bell Run - St. Louis, MO
Saint Charles, Missouri2025 Jingle Bell Run - North Texas
Fort Worth, TexasUgly Sweater 5K
Whitley City, KentuckyCandy Cane Course-Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky5th annual Glühwein Gallop
Carmel, IndianaHoliday 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at E J Nutter Park, Beavercreek, OH (51) 50
Beavercreek, OhioHoliday 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Ben Geren Regional Park, Fort Smith, AR (51) 75
Fort Smith, ArkansasHoliday 1M, 5K, & 10K at Sage Park, Mobile, AL (51) 30
Mobile, AlabamaIrving Frost Marathon
Irving, TexasHoliday 5K & 10K at Loyd H Roland Memorial Park, Akron, PA (51) 40
Akron, PennsylvaniaChristmas Classic 5k at Oak Mountain State Park
Pelham, AlabamaHoliday 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Gemini Springs Park, DeBary, FL (51) 75
DeBary, FloridaHoliday 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Lakewood Park, Fort Pierce, FL (51)
Fort Pierce, FloridaHoliday 5K, & 10K at Midlothian Mines Park, Midlothian, VA (50) 50
Midlothian, VirginiaHoliday 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Tom Triplett Park, Pooler, GA (51) 50
Pooler, GeorgiaEstrella Mountain Trail Fest
Goodyear, ArizonaTacky Sweater 5k Run/Walk
Greenville, South CarolinaCandy Cane Course - Omaha
Omaha, NebraskaHoliday 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Jamison Park, Winston-Salem, NC (51) 60
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaBig Dog Jingle
Columbus, GeorgiaHoliday 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Lowell Riverfront Park, Everett, WA (51) 70
Everett, WashingtonRun Tampa Tinsel Run
Tampa, 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).
