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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
Chisholm Trail Trot 5K & 10K
Clearwater, KansasDove Dash & Dog Dash: 1K/5K Walk/Run & Pancake Breakfast
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Day One (Mineola, TX)
Mineola, TexasRunning of the Lights
Clemmons, North CarolinaAuburn Resolution Run
Auburn, CaliforniaWCRC New Year's Day Hangover Classic: 5k, 10k, Plunge!
Salisbury, MassachusettsThe New Year's Dash 5K Run/Walk
Elizabethtown, KentuckyLake Travis New Year's Trail Challenge with Ruck options- 50K | 25K | 1/2 Marathon | Last Runner Standing | 5K Run/Walk | Kids 1K
Lago Vista, TexasLehigh Valley New Year's Chaser: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Coplay, PennsylvaniaDay One (Denton, TX)
Denton, TexasNew Year's Day Run 5K McKinney
Mckinney, TexasCharlotte New Year's Day 5K 2026
Charlotte, North CarolinaBrazen New Year's Day 2026
Castro Valley, CaliforniaMiles for Files
Minneapolis, MinnesotaFrosty Fifty Trail Races 5K|12.5K|25K|50K|50K Relay
Winston Salem, North CarolinaDia De Los Reyes Magos - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, California35th Annual Say No To Drugs Holiday Classic 5K, 10K & 1 Mile Kids Race
Clearwater, FloridaNew Year 5K & 10K at Callaway Recreational Complex, Panama City, FL (01) 30
Panama City, FloridaNew Year 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Ben Geren Regional Park, Fort Smith, AR (01)
Fort Smith, ArkansasChase the Falling Stars - Quadrantid Meteor Shower 5K 10K & Half Marathon
Santa Monica, CaliforniaNew Year 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Medal of Honor Park, Mobile, AL (01) 30
Mobile, AlabamaBlack Diamond (Longview, TX)
Longview, TexasKIWANIS RESOLUTION 5K Run/Walk, and 10K Run/Walk
Mountain View, CaliforniaNew Year 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Rotary Park, Columbus, GA (01) 50
Columbus, GeorgiaNew Year New Me 5K - Treasure Coast
Port St. Lucie, FloridaBlack Diamond (Irving, TX)
Irving, TexasDia De Los Reyes Magos - Fresno
Fresno, CaliforniaGrievances & Gratitude Run Let Go, Run Free, Embrace the Positive! 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
Long Beach, California2026 WALT DISNEY WORLD Marathon Weekend presented by State Farm With A Running Passion
Orlando, Florida2026 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by State Farm
Orlando, FloridaTeaching & Learning Collaborative Charity Group Registration (2026 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend)
Kissimmee, FloridaKingdom Run (Sulphur Springs, TX)
Sulphur Springs, TexasNew Year 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Heritage Park, Olympia, WA (02) 60
Olympia, WashingtonTime Travel Half-Marathon (and 5k/10k) - Houston
Houston, TexasNew Year 5K & 10K at Callaway Recreational Complex, Panama City, FL (02) 20
Panama City, FloridaSy-5K (Mineola, TX)
Mineola, Texas43rd Annual Bridge-Buster 5K Run
Fort Pierce, FloridaSan Diego 50 & Trail Runs
Escondido, CaliforniaCitrus Heritage Run
Riverside, CaliforniaNew Year 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Bohls Park, Pflugerville, TX (02) 60
Pflugerville, TexasAll-Out Polar Prowl
Arvada, ColoradoMutts & Marshmallows
Cary, 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).
