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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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Trek or Treat
Douglasville, GeorgiaHaunted Halloween Hustle
Goshen, IndianaSweater Weather 5k
Bridgewater, MassachusettsThe 13th Annual Tapping of the Great Pumpkin 5k, 10k, 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk & Lil' Pumpkin Kids Run!
Spring House, PennsylvaniaRun for Your Life 5K
Tarboro, North CarolinaROAR RUN 3!
Las Cruces, New MexicoZombie Run
Traverse City, MichiganHOWLOWEEN 5K & 1-MILE DOG WALK
North Wales, PennsylvaniaHermes Dead Sprint
Cleveland, OhioI AM Woman 5K
Lynchburg, VirginiaPipestem Pumpkin Run
Pipestem, West VirginiaRun for Justice
Cleveland, OhioNailed It! 5K Pumpkin Run/1 Mile Fun Walk
Kernersville, North CarolinaThe Burn Run
East Syracuse, New YorkWoldumar Trail Run
Lansing, Michigan32nd Annual Oley Valley Country Classic 10 Mile & 6K Run - RRCA Regional Championship
Oley, PennsylvaniaRockville 10K/5K
Rockville, MarylandLong Branch 5K
Silver Spring, MarylandRattlesnake Master Run for the Prairie
Urbana, IllinoisChristmas Tree Skirt Dash
Sioux Falls, South DakotaFall Back 5K
Marietta, OhioAnnual Miner Dash & Family Fitness Fiesta
El Paso, TexasThe Ed. Foundation of South Brunswick - 5K and 1 Mile Walk
Monmouth Junction, New JerseyHVAL Championship
Litchfield, ConnecticutLight Up DARVO
Fort Worth, TexasXavier's Race
Ann Arbor, Michigan3rd Annual Ghost-to-Gobble 1-Mile, 5k, & 8k
Conway, ArkansasFrosty Rock Challenge
Fort Atkinson, WisconsinTulare Santa Fe Trail-A-Thon 5k
Tulare, CaliforniaCUHSD ED Foundation: HERO 5K
Campbell, CaliforniaWhiskey Road Race
Aiken, South CarolinaCASA Superhero 5K and Kids 1 Mile
Lynchburg, Virginia‘WHATARUN 5K/10K’ (Houston, TX)
Houston, Texas19th Annual Jim Rowland FCA River Valley Run 5k, 10k, Half Marathon
Fort Smith, ArkansasRun for Justice 5K
Atlanta, GeorgiaSgt. Ruff's Color Run
Lenoir, North CarolinaRobin Run
Wilson, North CarolinaBob Gurtler Memorial 5K Run/Walk
The Plains, VirginiaClaws Out 5K Run/Walk
Sylvania, OhioSalute Red, White, and Blue
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
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).
