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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
Philadelphia Labor Day 10K & 5K
PhiladelphiaRubey Rescue Run
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Central Park 5k
Denver, ColoradoGarden State 10 Miler & Cookie Chase 5k
Somerset, New JerseyCary Greenways Half-Marathon
Cary, North CarolinaAll-Out Spring Fever
Golden, ColoradoVirginia Marathon (Full/Merikos/Half/10k/5k)
Middleburg, VirginiaCelebration White Rock 5K & 10K Run
Dallas, TexasAntelope Causeway Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Duathlon
Syracuse, UtahCannon Runs for Children 2026
Woodbury, TennesseeFlorida Shamrock Distance Classic
Saint Petersburg, FloridaWendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K
Owensboro, KentuckyMt. Hope Church 5K Run for Missions
Salisbury, North CarolinaRunThrough USA Long Beach 5k,10k & Half Marathon Race
Long Beach, CaliforniaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at James D. Martin Park, Gadsden, AL (13) 30
Gadsden, Alabama2nd Annual Running for the kids 5k
Calhoun, Georgia45th Annual Driscoll's Strawberry Classic
Tampa, FloridaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Stoner Avenue Recreation Area, Shreveport, LA (13) 60
Shreveport, LouisianaAinsley's Angels Heart & Sole
Virginia Beach, VirginiaBowdon Kiwanis Apple Run
Bowdon, GeorgiaRUN Liberty
Liberty, MissouriRUNTHROUGH LONG BEACH 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON RACE WEEKEND
Long Beach, Los Angeles CountyRosman Rumble 2026
Rosman, North CarolinaSeiz Up: A Run for Epilepsy Awareness
Gulf Breeze, FloridaHouston Airports Aviator Run
Houston, TexasMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Eagle Lake Park, Largo, FL (13) 150
Largo, FloridaFools Day 5K
Fort Pierce, FloridaIrving Marathon
Irving, TexasMedal Madness 5K & Half Marathon at Southside Park, Tyler, TX (13) 50
Tyler, TexasMountaineer 5K
Chandler, ArizonaWAYS Race to Independence 5K
West Melbourne, FloridaFool's Dual Half Marathon
Gloucester, MassachusettsUnited Health Centers Foundation Fun Run
Fresno, CaliforniaRun with Joy Half Marathon and Run with Joy 5K
Albuquerque, New MexicoRumpshaker 5K
Birmingham, AlabamaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Mill Village Trailhead, Augusta, GA (13) 80
Augusta, GeorgiaBurke Sunrise Rotary Strides for STRIVE 5K
Morganton, North CarolinaMission Run in the Ozarks 5K, Half, and Full Marathon
Mountain View, ArkansasMarMac River City Run
Decatur, AlabamaLake Norman Half Marathon Wildman
Mooresville, North CarolinaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Bohls Park, Pflugerville, TX (13) 60
Pflugerville, TexasOnly Fools Run Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
Greensboro, North 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).
