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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 2026
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 2026 - 2027 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 2026 - 2027
Oakland Marathon
Oakland, AlamedaGobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (48)
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Waco Run Tour - Frosty 5K
Waco, TexasCandy Cane Course- Cleveland
Cleveland, OhioAll-Out Fa La La
Westminster, ColoradoUtah Santa Run - Gardner Village
West Jordan, UtahMosaic Trail Race
Liberty Hill, TexasGingerbread Lane 5K & 10K - Tulsa
Tulsa, OklahomaHoliday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (49)
Bel Air, MarylandWhite Elephant 5k FUN RUN presented by Moore Buick GMC
Jacksonville, North CarolinaWhite Elephant
King George, VirginiaHoliday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at DeBary, FL (49)
DeBary, FloridaUtah Santa Run - Utah County
Salem, UtahFrigid Forest 5K
Hulbert, OklahomaHoliday 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (49)
Hickory, North CarolinaHoliday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Tallahassee, FL (49)
Tallahassee, FloridaCaloosa Fest
Alva, FloridaRun LoCo Certified Half Marathon and 5K Elf On the Run
Lenior City, TennesseeHoliday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Stillwater, OK (49)
Stillwater, OklahomaNorth Creek Explorer 5K Run/Walk
Coconut Creek, FloridaTrail to Tryon Holiday Half, 10K & 5K
New Bern, North CarolinaHoliday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (49)
Charlotte, North CarolinaOld Town Rudolph Run
Leander, TexasRun Houston! Sugar Land Santa 5K & 10K presented by Houston Methodist
Sugar Land, Texas‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (Houston, TX)
Houston, TexasTexas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Mile
Texas City, TexasHoliday 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Longview, TX (49)
Longview, TexasHoliday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Biglerville, PA (49)
Biglerville, PennsylvaniaJingle Bell Rockin' Run
Kings Mountain, North CarolinaAnderson Area YMCA Reindeer Run
Anderson, South CarolinaToy Drop
Loveland, ColoradoCandy Cane Course - Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, ColoradoHoliday 5K & 10K at Panama City, FL (49)
Panama City, FloridaHoliday 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Temple, TX (49)
Temple, TexasWilmington Historic Half, 10K & 5K
Wilmington, North CarolinaHoliday 5K, & 10K at New Cumberland, PA (49)
New Cumberland, PennsylvaniaRun Like The Dickens
Holly, MichiganHoliday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Venice, FL (49)
Venice, FloridaHoliday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Mobile, AL (49)
Mobile, AlabamaGingerbread Lane 5K & 10K Houston
Cypress, TexasElf 'N' Cocoa 8K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
West Deptford, New JerseyCandy Cane Course- Rochester
Rochester, Michigan
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).
