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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
Glen Oaks Magnet High School Army JROTC Inaugural Veterans Celebration 5K run/walk
Baton Rouge, Louisiana3rd Annual HV Hawks 5K Reindeer Dash and Fun Run
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Independence Double
Winter Park, FloridaRunning with the Devil 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon, Marathon, and 50K
Las Vegas, NevadaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Liberty Park, Spokane, WA (26) 80
Spokane, WashingtonDye Hard 5K
Yakima, WashingtonMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Green Springs Park, Deltona, FL (26) 60
Deltona, FloridaRed White & Brew 5k Run/Walk
Simpsonville, South CarolinaIndependence Day 8K
Houston, TexasMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Conservation Park, Panama City Beach, FL (26) 80
Panama City Beach, FloridaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Appomattox River, Colonial Heights, VA (26) 80
Colonial Heights, VirginiaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at North Collier Regional Park, Naples, FL (26) 80
Naples, FloridaSummer time in the LBC 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
Long Beach, California1812 Challenge Weekend
Sackets Harbor, New YorkMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Lime Bluff Park, Hughesville, PA (26) 30
Hughesville, PennsylvaniaFREEDOM 5K & 10K
Pompano Beach, FloridaJurassic Run 5K
Ogden, UtahRun the Runway 5K
Texarkana, Arkansas2026 Cal Tri La Crema - 6.28.26
Guerneville, CaliforniaMidwest Twin Cities Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Bloomington, MinnesotaTown and Country Half Marathon & 5K
Newburyport, MassachusettsRun the Vineyards - Sheldrake Point Winery 5K
Ovid, New YorkRun for Heart Warriors 5k
Ballwin, MissouriRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 PHOENIX
Phoenix, ArizonaRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON
Chicago, IllinoisRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
Sacramento, CaliforniaEagle 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Baseline Trailhead Park, Ocala, FL (27) 80
Ocala, FloridaRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CaliforniaIRVINE 4th of July-Red, White, & Blue 5k & 1 Mile
IRVINE, CaliforniaRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH
Fort Worth, TexasRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 SAN ANTONIO
San Antonio, TexasRaintree 4th July 5K and Fun Run
Uniontown, OhioThe Great American Race
Visalia, CaliforniaAlameda July 4th Parade R.A.C.E.
Alameda, California28th Annual Firecracker 5k
Mc Leansboro, Illinois15th Annual Freedom Run 5k - Bigfork
Bigfork, MontanaRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 DENVER/AURORA
Centennial, ColoradoCulpeper July 4th Freedom 5k
Culpeper, VirginiaRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO
San Diego, California7th Annual Flag Run 5k
Boerne, TexasRun for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 HOUSTON
Houston, TexasHilton Head Firecracker 5K
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
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).
