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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
2nd Annual Carman-Ainsworth Charge On! 5k Run & Walk
Flint, MichiganHaunted 1M, 5K & 10K at Avondale Park, Westminster, MD (41) 30
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Spooky Sprint-Austin
Austin, TexasFriends of the Parks Half Marathon, 10k, & 5k
Coshocton, OhioHaunted Run 5k and Kids Fun Run
Big Sky, MontanaDominion Energy Cap Trail 10M & 5k
Richmond, VirginiaThe Skeleton Run
Oceanport, New JerseyDunwoody Dash 5k and Fun Run
Dunwoody, GeorgiaThe Great Pumpkin Run
Portland, OregonGraveyard 5k Run & Fun Run
Kansas City, MissouriBoos & Brews 5K (Syracuse)
Baldwinsville, New York6 Hours of Power (Germantown MetroPark)
Germantown, OhioCamp Spirit 5K
Lecanto, FloridaSt. Francis Xavier Falcon 5K Run/Walk
La Grange Park, IllinoisBeyond Limits Adventure 5k & Fun Run
Tallahassee, FloridaDownTown Fall Fest 5K and Kids 1k Fun Run
Russellville, ArkansasApex Foundation Trick or Trot 5K & Halloween Hunt presented by Intermountain Health
Arvada, ColoradoThe Watermelon Run
Paterson, New JerseyRun Ocean Isle Beach 2025
Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina2025 Running with the Saints 5K
Manassas, VirginiaBlack Cat Classic 5K
New Castle, IndianaHaunted 1M, 5K, & 10K at Lancaster Junction Trail, Manheim, PA, (10-25-2025)
Manheim, PennsylvaniaFight Cancer Halloween 5K!
Charlottesville, VirginiaKappa Delta Shamrock 5k
Mobile, AlabamaRACING FOR RECOVERY 5K + FAMILY WALK
Rossford, OhioCollinsville Trick or Trot
Collinsville, Connecticut5K Race for Recovery on the Boardwalk
Ocean Grove, New JerseyLake Scary 5K
Lake Mary, FloridaMiles For Medicine 5K Run/Walk
Lexington, KentuckyVictoria's Race Against Child Abuse
Inwood, West VirginiaJacob Butze Memorial Run
Oxford, OhioCarson Park 5 & 10/Logging Miles
EAU CLAIRE, WisconsinSebastian Scream 5K & Haunted Rail Trail
Sebastian, FloridaBe A Blessing 5K & 1M Fun Run
New Albany, IndianaPumpkin Run 2025
Kilgore, TexasCleveland Metroparks Halloween 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk presented by CrossCountry Mortgage
Cleveland, Ohio5Knights 5K
Washington, New JerseyPipestem Pumpkin Run
Pipestem, West VirginiaBelfast Lions Club Ghostly Gallop 5k
Belfast, MaineSpooky Sprint - Fayetteville
Fayetteville, ArkansasFoundry Halloween 5k
Steamboat Springs, ColoradoRUN ROCKAWAY BEACH MARATHON, HALF MARATHON OR 5K
Far Rockaway, New York
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).
