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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
Lakefront Discovery Run
Milwaukee, WisconsinLakeside Donut Chase 5K & 10K
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Q-Town Evening Road Races
Quincy, MichiganWallace Huckleberry Festival and 5k Fun Run
Wallace, IdahoFather Lopez Catholic High School - Catch the Wave 5K
Daytona Beach, FloridaHighlands Twilight 5K
Highlands, North CarolinaKiwi's Color Run for a Cause
West Creek, New Jersey32nd Annual JW Tiger 5K
Meriden, KansasBreakaway 5K
Old Orchard Beach, MaineSummer Sendoff 5K & 1 Mile
Chester Springs, Pennsylvania2026 Bookish 5K & Cookie Fun Run (If You Give A Pig A Party)
Waterloo, New YorkJamestown Farmers Market 5K
Jamestown, New YorkChesaning Chamber of Commerce Dry-Tri
Chesaning, MichiganDan Otten Memorial 5k
Celina, OhioRami's Race
Westland, MichiganPeace, Love & AMM
Aiken, South CarolinaParkie’s 5K
Bolingbrook, IllinoisTriple Crown Trot 5K
Versailles, KentuckyMillwood Daze 5k
Millwood, WashingtonDream Big 5k
Victorville, CaliforniaSeverance Glow 5K Run or Walk
Severance, ColoradoRescue Run 5K
Asheboro, North CarolinaSweaty Hooters Trail Runs and Stage Race
Nancy, KentuckyGCTC Rocket Man Run 5K & Fun Walk
Shawnee, OklahomaPleasant Run Run
Indianapolis, Indiana5K Wolf Run and Walk
Okemos, MichiganRUCK Cancer
Allison Park, Pennsylvania17th Annual Saybrook Point 5k Road Race 2026
Old Saybrook, ConnecticutNicole Moniz Memorial 5K Run/Walk
Ripon, WisconsinOld Goat Track Club XC Classic
Sutton, MassachusettsRazom Run 5K
Hollywood, FloridaTiblow Trot 5 Mile/5K/2K
Bonner Springs, KansasKicking Butt 5K Run/Walk
Louisville, KentuckyRexRun For PAWSitivity 2026 Trail Run/Walk
Aurora, Colorado“25 JAM” 5K Run/Walk or 1 Mile Walk
New Castle, PennsylvaniaFostering Hope 5K
Richmond, KentuckyLansing Lighthouse 5K & 1 Mile Run
Lansing, New YorkKona Kids 5k
Powell, OhioCloster's Dom Mircovich Memorial 5K - 45th Annual & Jim O'Halloran Kids Fun Run
Closter, New JerseyRun for Thorncroft & 1-Mile Move-As-You-Please
Malvern, PennsylvaniaGreen Lake Area 13dot1 Races - 2026
Green Lake, Wisconsin5th Annual Lakeside Ten Mile 5K Fun Run
Ten Mile, Tennessee
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).
