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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 San Francisco at Crissy Field 5k, 100k & Half Marathon
San Francisco, CaliforniaTunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Delaware Beaches
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Haunted 5K & 10K at Hollywood, FL (42)
Hollywood, FloridaRootrock Trail Run - 5K/10K/Half Marathon
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaHaunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Pooler, GA (42)
Pooler, GeorgiaEskimo Joe's Juke Joint Jog
Stillwater, OklahomaSCREAMER RUN 2026
Bakersfield, CaliforniaUMSL 5K Run/Walk hosted by the UMSL Alumni Association
Saint Louis, MissouriFirst Bank Fall 5K & 10K Run
Fincastle, VirginiaRun for Your Life 5k & Kid's Run/Walk
Bozeman, MontanaRace for the Warriors
Gresham, Oregon14th Annual Fall Foliage 5K & 10K Run/Walk
Foster, Rhode IslandSugar Rush Color Run 5K
Sugar Hill, Georgia2026 San Diego Miles for Melanoma 5K
San Diego, CaliforniaHaunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Austin, TX (42)
Austin, TexasNight of the Dead Mud Run
Oak Harbor, Ohio4th Annual St. Francis of Assisi 5K
Harrisburg, IllinoisCrusaders for a Cure 5K
Parkersburg, West VirginiaWestminster Cracker Festival 5K
Westminster, MassachusettsSpooky Sprint - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WisconsinHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Fort Pierce, FL (42)
Fort Pierce, FloridaHoptown Half Marathon and 5K
Hopkinsville, KentuckyHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Bettendorf, IA (42)
Bettendorf, IowaInks Lake Trail Run/Ruck
Burnet, TexasChemo Buddies Run for Hope at Ellis Park
Henderson, Kentucky5th Annual Octoberfest 5K
Haddonfield, New JerseyOverdose Lifeline Outpacing the Stigma 5K Run/Walk
Indianapolis, IndianaThe Amazing Grace Running Scared 5K Run and Walk
Reading, OhioHalloWin 5K Race & 1 Mile Fun Run
North Canton, OhioFall Foliage & Cider Run/Walk
Amherst, HampshireFood + Farm: The Masher Fun Run
Plover, WisconsinCoast Guard Foundation - Run to Remember 5k Road Race & Walk
New London, ConnecticutRace to the River 5K & Fun Run
Spencer, North CarolinaThe Bugle Bolt
Ponca, ArkansasHoofin' It For Hunger
Dillon, MontanaDonut Worry Run Happy
Cleveland, OhioCoffee Lovers 5K & 10K Run
Mansfield, TexasHaunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Everett, WA (42)
Everett, WashingtonThe Run For Your Life 1 Mile Dash/ 5k/10k/15k Series - The Last Escape
Fairborn, OhioPennville Pumpkin Festival 5k Run/Walk
Pennville, IndianaRunning Scared 5K/13K - Dawsonville
Dawsonville, GeorgiaRunning For A Cure: Georgia Mae's Peachy 5K
Leitchfield, Kentucky
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).
