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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
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Oakland, AlamedaHalloween 5K and Monster Mile
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Bikini Run 5k
Hilton Head Island, South CarolinaCharcoal Challenge 5k Fun Run
Gardners, PennsylvaniaKindness Community Classic
Tomah, WisconsinJuneteenth Freedom Run/Walk
Fresno, California2026 Outrun Hunger
Conroe, TexasThe Praise Run
Victorville, CaliforniaBreak Bread Bun Run 5K
Valdosta, Georgia5K Run / Walk for Veterans
West Winfield, New YorkTHE huMAN 5K “Run to Feel Human.”
Baltimore, MarylandThe Ryan Walsworth Spear-It 5K
Mears, MichiganSacramento Pride Run
Sacramento, California52nd Annual Rooster Run
Newtown, ConnecticutSacco 5K
North Bergen, New JerseyMiami Alumni Weekend Toasted Roll 5K
Oxford, OhioWildcat Runaway 5K Race/Walk
Jasper, IndianaCapital City Pride Stride 5K
Des Moines, IowaDRC Smokin' 5K
Derby, KansasDubtown Dawg Run
Wagoner, OklahomaMcKenna's Run - Cure HD
Greenwood, NebraskaThe Grin & Bear It 5K
Ave Maria, FloridaJoggin' for Frogmen 5K - Shadow Events
Doylestown, PennsylvaniaOCNJ Emergency Responder 5K
Ocean City, New JerseyStrawberry Shortcake 5K
Bloomington, Indiana4th Annual Jacob Butze Memorial 5K and 1 Mile Run
Shaker Heights, OhioLaurel Fest 5k Hosted By PCK9SU
Brookville, PennsylvaniaCharlestown Boys & Girls Club's Battle of Bunker Hill 5K Road Race
Charlestown, MassachusettsFurry 5K Fun Run and Walk
Seattle, WashingtonBCH Foundation Trestle Hustle
Madrid, IowaJuneTeenth Atlanta 5K
Atlanta, GeorgiaStrides4CMV- Running for Ruth
Owensboro, KentuckyProject Outrun "Faster Every Day", 5K & Fun Run
Cuyahoga Falls, OhioCASA of Marion County Superhero Run
Salem, OregonJan Dils Freedom Fun Run 5K
Parkersburg, West VirginiaGlen Carbon Covered Bridge 5K
Glen Carbon, IllinoisArutisuse Run 5K
Tampa, FloridaTimberneck 5K Run/Walk
Gloucester, VirginiaWyatt's Walk and Run 5k
Mount Juliet, TennesseeLauren's burg HILL
Lawrenceburg, IndianaSophia's Smile 5k & 1 Mile Walk
Medina, OhioFrench Lick Tri Kappa 5K In Memory of Sharon Collier
French Lick, Indiana
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).
