5k Runs found
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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
Holly Jolly 5K & Fun Run
Allen, TexasRunning With The Bulls
Waco, TexasMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Eagle Lake Park, Largo, FL (13) 150
Largo, FloridaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1, & 26.2 at Appomattox River, Colonial Heights, VA (13) 80
Colonial Heights, VirginiaBurke Sunrise Rotary Strides for STRIVE 5K
Morganton, North CarolinaMt. Hope Church 5K Run for Missions
Salisbury, North CarolinaRunThrough USA Long Beach 5k,10k & Half Marathon Race
Long Beach, CaliforniaMedal Madness 5K & Half Marathon at Southside Park, Tyler, TX (13) 30
Tyler, TexasFools Day 5K
Fort Pierce, FloridaOnly Fools Run Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
Greensboro, North CarolinaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at James D. Martin Park, Gadsden, AL (13) 30
Gadsden, Alabama2026 Run on the Reservoir: New Beginnings Charity Run
West Orange, New JerseyIrving Marathon
Irving, TexasA Pot of Gold Shared Half Marathon and 5K
Oskaloosa, IowaFlorida Shamrock Distance Classic
Saint Petersburg, FloridaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Bohls Park, Pflugerville, TX (13) 60
Pflugerville, Texas45th Annual Driscoll's Strawberry Classic
Tampa, FloridaWendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K
Owensboro, KentuckyDonot Stop Half Marathon (5k/10k) - St. Paul
St Paul, MinnesotaWAYS Race to Independence 5K
West Melbourne, FloridaRUN Liberty
Liberty, Missouri10th Annual Resurrection Run & Community Easter Egg Hunt
Henderson, TexasUnited Health Centers Foundation Fun Run
Fresno, CaliforniaLake Norman Half Marathon Wildman
Mooresville, North CarolinaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Mill Village Trailhead, Augusta, GA (13) 80
Augusta, GeorgiaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Stoner Avenue Recreation Area, Shreveport, LA (13) 60
Shreveport, LouisianaMission Run in the Ozarks 5K, Half, and Full Marathon
Mountain View, ArkansasMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Millennium Park, Danville, KY (13) 30
Danville, KentuckyHouston Airports Aviator Run
Houston, TexasMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Green Springs Park, Deltona, FL (13) 60
Deltona, FloridaAinsley's Angels Heart & Sole
Virginia Beach, VirginiaBowdon Kiwanis Apple Run
Bowdon, GeorgiaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Crossroads Recreational Complex, Temple, TX (13) 30
Temple, TexasMedal Madness 5K & 10K at Chain Park, Hattiesburg, MS (13) 30
hattiesburg, MississippiRun with Joy Half Marathon and Run with Joy 5K
Albuquerque, New MexicoSeiz Up: A Run for Epilepsy Awareness
Gulf Breeze, FloridaRosman Rumble 2026
Rosman, North CarolinaMarMac River City Run
Decatur, AlabamaCannon Runs for Children 2026
Woodbury, TennesseeT-TOWN Half Marathon
Tulsa, OklahomaRUNTHROUGH LONG BEACH 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON RACE WEEKEND
Long Beach, Los Angeles CountyMI Kiwanis 5K Run/Walk
Marco Island, 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).