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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 2025
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 2025 - 2026 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 2025 - 2026
2026 Happy Girls Bend Run
Bend, OregonJenny Buls Vrba Sugar Skull Halloween Fun Run 5k
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EPFD Freaky 5k
Rumford, Rhode IslandPumpkinpalooza Trail Run
College Station, Texas7th Annual SSADD 5k/10k and Half Mile Color Run
Sidney, New YorkKOSCIUSZKO FREEDOM RUN 5K
Potomac, MarylandThe Ghostly Gallup – 5K, 10K, 10 Miler, and Half Marathon
Long Beach, CaliforniaWe've Got Your Back 5K
Reston, VirginiaExpo Park XC Runs
Aurora, ColoradoCITY Sprint 5k
Saint Louis, Missouri13th Easterseals Walk With Me & 5k Run Delmarva
Long Neck, DelawareFanwood 5K Pizza Run & Family Fun Run
Fanwood, New JerseyEDRRC - Ryan's Run Superhero 5k, Villain 10K and Kids (Free) Fun Run.
Pawling, New YorkSpiritus Christi Riverwalk for Mental Health
Rochester, New YorkApple Harvest Run 2025
West Newbury, MassachusettsThe Rat Race 5k Run/Walk
Ann Arbor, Michigan2025 Bones Brigade 5k & Fun Run/Walk
Brockway, PennsylvaniaScaredy Cat K95K
North Grafton, MassachusettsGiddy Up 5K/5Miler Ranch Run
Sisters, OregonOzan Haunted Wine Run 5k
Calera, AlabamaHarvest Run for Sustainability
Burlington, VermontHarrisburg Heroes Run 5k, Free 1mi walk/run, FOOD TRUCKS!, LIVE music
Harrisburg, PennsylvaniaBalloon Chasers 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
Statesville, North CarolinaHowl-O-Ween 5K Fun Run/Walk
Fernley, NevadaFair Election 5K
Falmouth, MaineHeads & Tails 5K & Doggie Dash
Owings Mills, MarylandTopsfield Fall Foliage Classic Road Race
Topsfield, MassachusettsDWS Great Pumpkin Run
Marshfield, MassachusettsLittle Falls Spooky Sprint 5K
Little Falls, New JerseyUniversity of Michigan Health-West Grand Rapids Marathon
Grand Rapids, MichiganThe Terri Roemer Paramus Run
Paramus, New JerseyThe Running Dead 5K Fun Run
Union City, California4th Annual Evansville Zombie 5K Run/Walk
Evansville, IndianaArthur Dubin Memorial 5k
Bethesda, MarylandStokelan Estate Haunted Wine Run 5k
Medford, New JerseyHome Run Hustle
Goodyear, ArizonaFort Vallonia Days 5K Run & Walk
Vallonia, IndianaFox Chase 5k and Youth mile
Fox River Grove, McHenry2025 Pine-Richland Ram Run
Gibsonia, PennsylvaniaLive.Love.Serve. 4H 5K
Hortonville, New YorkFriends of Child Advocacy 5K Family Fun Run/Walk
Saint Charles, IllinoisPreston Park 5k & 10k
Butler, Pennsylvania
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).
