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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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Cincinnati, OhioNational Chocolate Day: Run for Chocolates LOS ANGELES
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Monster Mash 5K at Bold Rock Cidery
Nellysford, VirginiaEVL Halloween Half Marathon, 5k, Half Marathon Relay
Ellicottville, New YorkUnion Bank Field House Fall Half Marathon & 5k/10k
Shelburne, VermontThe Great Pumpkin Run 5K - MTNA-Rainsville
Rainsville, AlabamaLSSC Monster Dash
Leesburg, FloridaJack O Lantern Jog & Skeleton Stroll
Canonsburg, PennsylvaniaThe Witches Brew Run 5K, 10K
Santa Monica, CaliforniaTrick or Treat 5k
Seattle, WashingtonHaunted 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at JR Alford Greenway, Tallahassee, FL (43)
Tallahassee, FloridaHalloween Hustle 5K & Kids Dash
Palatine, IllinoisCIDER 5
Middletown, New YorkHot Cider Hustle - St. Louis 5K & 10K Presented by Happy Apples
St. Louis, MissouriLegends Of The Valley
Milford, OhioSARR Rocky Horror Trail Run
San Antonio, TexasSecond Annual Run Domestic Violence Out of Town
Fort Payne, AlabamaHaunted 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Lime Bluff Park, Hughesville, PA (43) 50
Hughesville, PennsylvaniaAll Saints 5k Shuffle
Ozark, MissouriChupacabra Trail Run
Waco, TexasSpooky Sprint - Ann Arbor
Milford, MichiganGrand Canyon Trail Half Marathon & 5k Run/Walk
Grand Canyon Village, ArizonaTHERES NO PLACE LIKE HOME 5K & 1MILE RUN /WALK
Media, PennsylvaniaPumpkins In The Park 5K & Kids 1/2 Mile
Rochester, New YorkEmerald Isle Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K
Emerald Isle, North CarolinaBig Sur River Run
Big Sur, CaliforniaFIT FALL Halloween Harvest 5k/10K
Huntington Beach, CaliforniaSpookasaurus (formerly Kooky Not Spooky), An Awesomesauce Event presented by Run Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TennesseeHaunted 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Eagle Lake Park, Largo, FL (43)
Largo, FloridaFoundry Halloween 5k
Steamboat Springs, ColoradoThe Running of the Pumpkins 5K
Roswell, Georgia2025 Happy Girls Sisters
Sisters, OregonSpooky Sprint - Kansas City
Lee's Summit, MissouriHaunted 1M, 5K, & 10K at Mary Virginia Crites Hannan Park, Circleville, OH (43) 40
Circleville, OhioArkansas Rasta Fest + 5k & 10K Run/Walk
Little Rock, ArkansasHaunted 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at McCurdy Park, Corunna, MI (43) 50
Corunna, MichiganOcean State Rhode Races
Narragansett, Rhode IslandSpooky Sprint- St. Louis
Maryland Heights, MissouriHaunted Halloween Half Marathon & 5km
Chicago, Illinois32nd Annual STC Halloween Run
FAYETTEVILLE, New York2024 Black Dog Road Race
Meriden, ConnecticutDIA DE LOS MUERTOS 5K RUN/WALK - CLOVIS
Clovis, California
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).