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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, CaliforniaThe Spooktacular 5k Presented by the Build a Spartan Foundation
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Carrera 5k de la Albizu por la Salud Mental: Bienestar para Todos
San Juan, Puerto RicoFord Fillies 5K
Louisville, KentuckyRun with the Herd 5K/1K
Oshkosh, WisconsinBeverly Hills Run of the Stars: 2026
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAinsley's Angels 11th Annual Spirit Of Inclusion 5K
King George, VirginiaMystic Aquarium's Run Walk for Penguins
Mystic, ConnecticutThe Barley Chase
Newport, North CarolinaStokelan Estate Haunted Wine Run 5k
Medford, New Jersey10th Annual Friends of Wilton Rec 2026 5K - 1K Kids Run - 50 Yard Little Tykes Dash
Saratoga Springs, New YorkFrank Lloyd Wright Races
Oak Park, IllinoisPowerGames 5K Race
El Paso, TexasNewport Spirit Run
Newport Beach, OrangeUniversity of Michigan Health-West Grand Rapids Marathon
Grand Rapids, MichiganPaws & Soles Saving Lives with Strides 5K & 10K Run/Walk- Benefiting the Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter
Bridgewater, New JerseyDiplo's Run Club San Francisco
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Bolingbrook Howl-O-Ween 5K
Bolingbrook, IllinoisMarklund Run, Walk & Roll 5K/1Mile
Geneva, IllinoisFollow Natural Fitness Women's Breast Cancer Awareness 5K
Bridgeport, ConnecticutRun the Runway 5k
Beaver Falls, PennsylvaniaWitches Wave - Halloween Run 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Huntington Beach, CaliforniaRunning Scared 5K/13K - Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NevadaTopsfield Fall Foliage Classic Road Race
Topsfield, MassachusettsMi Gente 5K at Brooklyn Bridge Park
Brooklyn, New York4th Annual Aloha Luau 5K
Davie, FloridaSpooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta
Dacula, GeorgiaTombstone Trot
Waukesha, WisconsinPerissos Vineyard Haunted Wine Run 5k
Burnet, Texas26th Annual River City Rat Race
Fort Wayne, Indiana2026 Delaware Distance Classic 15K & 5K
Wilmington, DelawarePink Ribbon 5K
Frederick, Maryland9th Annual Breaking the Chain Through Education 5K
Metuchen, New JerseyHOW 5K
Chicago, IllinoisHamburg Bulldog Dash 5k Run/Walk - In Celebration of Conor Long
Hamburg, New YorkClayton Community 5K Run Walk
Clayton, MissouriJust for the Helena of It
Helena, MontanaThe Data Run 5K
Athens, GeorgiaSave Second Base 5K
Winston Salem, North CarolinaZombie Run
Wilmington, North Carolina4th Annual Chesterfield FALL Terrain 5K
Chesterfield, New Jersey2026 Runnin' Monks 5K Road Race
Standish, 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).
