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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
RunThrough Philadelphia Labor Day 5k, 10K & 10 Mile
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAbbott Chicago 5K
Chicago, IllinoisDAV 5K Boston
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Breast Cancer Awareness 5K
Tucker, GeorgiaPretty in Pink Bubble Run
Camdenton, MissouriCandy Corn 5K
Carmi, IllinoisBig Brothers Big Sisters Dino Dash 5K
Wichita Falls, TexasCoffee Lovers Run 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK
Austin, TexasCopper Wire Run 5k
Camden, New YorkFast & Furriest 5K Benefitting the Green County Humane Society
New Glarus, WisconsinRun for JOY
Columbia, KentuckyWalk for Life + 5K
Opelika, AlabamaWalk Like Woodie 5k
Indianapolis, IndianaMayor's 5K on the 5th Runway - 12th Annual
College Park, GeorgiaAPSU | Domino's Run for Govs 5K and Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs 1K
Clarksville, TennesseeRace for the Future 5K Run/Walk
Lees Summit, MissouriBaseline Blitz 5k Run/Walk
Northville, MichiganRun for the Cure
Wayne, PennsylvaniaWalk/Run for Abilis
Old Greenwich, ConnecticutThe Great Pumpkin Run
Corvallis, OregonUnity Beach Swim - Aquathlon & Run Training Races (October)
Saint Petersburg, FloridaHAEE 5k
Allison Park, PennsylvaniaEnon 5k Run/Walk
Enon, OhioNew Market STRONG Run/Walk and Festival
New Market, MarylandBrooklyn Heights On the Run 5k
Brooklyn Heights, OhioSun City Barry James Memorial 5K and Half Marathon
Yakima, WashingtonKDB Melanoma 5k Run/Walk
Milford, MichiganMACAA Conference Championship Meet
Greenville, North CarolinaEpiphany Cross Country #3
New Bern, North Carolina5K Brew Run at Après Brewing
Bozeman, MontanaNVL Cross Country Championship
Watertown, ConnecticutSt. Paul School of Princeton Lion's Chase 5K & 1K fun run
Pennington, New JerseySilver Falls Trail Runs
Silverton, OregonWhistle Pig Invitational
Craig, ColoradoGeorge Mason 5K and Fun Run
Fairfax, Virginia23rd Annual Liz Hurley Ribbon Run
Huntsville, AlabamaHowl-O-Ween 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Animal Rescue League of NH
Manchester, New HampshireThe Apple Dumpling Festival 5K Stuart VA
Stuart, VirginiaSean Brady Memorial
Monroe, MichiganSpringville Apple Run
Springville, CaliforniaDash for CASA 5K Run and Walk
Williamsburg, VirginiaWill Run for Coffee 5k
Owosso, Michigan5K for heating oil supporting the Maine Veterans Project
Brewer, Maine
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).
