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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 Mission Dallas 2025 - 5K/8K RUN/WALK
Plano, Texas13th Annual Miles for a Mission 5K Run/Walk – In Person AND Virtual – benefiting Fairgate Farm
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2025 South Florida Craft Beer 5K Run/Walk
Miami, FloridaReindeer River Run 5K
Luling, LouisianaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Rotary Park, Columbus, GA (49) 40
Columbus, GeorgiaMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Mount Hope Park, Grand Ledge, MI (49) 80
Grand Ledge, MichiganUtah Santa Run - Gardner Village
West Jordan, UtahMistletoe Run
Winston Salem, North CarolinaAnderson Area YMCA Reindeer Run
Anderson, South CarolinaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Ben Geren Regional Park, Fort Smith, AR (49)
Fort Smith, ArkansasMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon Boomer Lake Park, Stillwater, OK (49) 50
Stillwater, OklahomaCandy Cane Course- Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OklahomaHope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k in Memory of Garrett Yeager
Batesville, ArkansasWilmington Historic Half, 10K & 5K
Wilmington, North CarolinaMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Gemini Springs Park, DeBary, FL (49) 75
DeBary, FloridaCranford Santa Run 10:15 am
Cranford, New JerseyBirthday Bash 5k!-Presented by Girls on the Run SWFL
Ft Myers, FloridaSan Joaquin River Trail 10k/25k/50k
Friant, CaliforniaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at E J Nutter Park, Beavercreek, OH (49) 100
Beavercreek, OhioHaddonfield Snowflake Run
Haddonfield, New JerseyJingle Bell Rockin' Run
Kings Mountain, North CarolinaCHRISTMAS VILLAGE 5K
Whitehouse, OhioMushing Mutts Canicross Race and Dog Friendly 5k
Holly Springs, North CarolinaReindeer Run and Grinch Sprint
Flower Mound, TexasSanta Hustle Chicago
Chicago, IllinoisUtah Santa Run - Utah County
Salem, UtahMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Langus Riverfront Park, Everett, WA (49) 80
Everett, WashingtonTrail to Tryon Holiday Half
New Bern, North CarolinaSanta Run
Cottonwood, AlabamaSanta Shuffle: Speed the Light 10K, 5K & Fun Run
Krum, TexasMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Shaw Family Park, Springdale, AR (49) 50
Springdale, ArkansasSanta Made Me Do It
Bethlehem, ConnecticutMedal Madness 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Miccosukee Greenway, Tallahassee, FL (49) 50
Tallahassee, FloridaSanta Claus For A Cause 5K/10K
Huntington Beach, CaliforniaMedal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Freedom Park, Williamsburg, VA (49) 100
Williamsburg, VirginiaSanta Shuffle: Speed the Light 10K, 5K & Fun Run
Krum, TexasHo Ho 5k
Portland, OregonWinter Runderland 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
Long Beach, CaliforniaLemont Frigid 5K
Lemont, IllinoisRotary Club of Weston's 28th Annual Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital "Run for Tomorrow" 2025
Weston, Florida2025 Montclair Doughnut Run
Montclair, New JerseyHuntsville City FC Holiday 5K and 10k
Huntsville, Alabama
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).
