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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, CaliforniaCedar Creek Haunted Wine Run 5k
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Roanoke, VirginiaMonroeville Foundation Great Pumpkin Race
Monroeville, PennsylvaniaNFS Fall 5K Run and Family Walk
Overland Park, KansasHopson Trail Runs - Give Cancer The Bird
Honeoye, New YorkFort Vallonia Days 5K Run & Walk
Vallonia, IndianaSTEPS FORWARD 5K & WALK
Laredo, TexasRunner's Boo Bash 5k and Fun Run/Walk
Saint Ann, MissouriMonster Dash
Ravenna, OhioRun for Music
Ledyard, ConnecticutRun the Vineyards - Down the Shore 5K
Cape May, New JerseyEverybody's Run Fest at Liberty State Park
Jersey City, New JerseyRiverdale Temple FALL OF LOVE 5K/10K Run/Walk
Bronx, New YorkA Run for the Heart: In Memory of Caroline Gallagher and Steve Grabowski
Warrington, PennsylvaniaSchvitz for Scholarship 5K Run/Walk and Little Schvitzer's Dash
Newton Center, MassachusettsBATV Spooky 5k Run/Walk
Billerica, MassachusettsCamp Sunshine's Pumpkin Festival Flannel 5k & Fun Run
Freeport, MaineScarecrow Shuffle 8k, 5k, 2 Mile Fun Run & 1/4 Mile Kids' Run
Peddler's Village! Lahaska, Bucks County!, PennsylvaniaMillburn-Short Hills First Aid Squad 5K Race
Millburn, New Jersey2026 Run for The Cove 5K & Memorial Walk
Madison, ConnecticutLive.Love.Serve. 4H 5K
Hortonville, New YorkMove for Adoption by Iowans for Adoption
Ames, IowaPTFH Stick it Together 5k
Canonsburg, PennsylvaniaRunnin’ for Rett 5k and 1 mile walk
Belchertown, MassachusettsMusic City Runway Run
Nashville, Davidson5th Annual Clarkston Family Farm 5k Chicken Run and 1mile Chicken Little Run
Clarkston, MichiganFirst Annual Roger B Lim Memorial Run
Lenoir, North CarolinaRunning for Children's Rights to Both Parents - 10 of 50 Half Marathons in 50 States - New Jersey
Atlantic City, New JerseyFantasy Fest 5K Run/Walk
Key West, FloridaPSH Anniversary 5K
Parsons, Kansas2026 Ashland Monster Dash Run for Education
Ashland, OregonFit2Run X Diadora: Miles with Marco Langon
Kissimmee, FloridaCHORD ENERGY HOUSTON CORPORATE 5K
Houston, TexasDU Crimson Classic 5K Run/1.5 Mile Walk
Denver, ColoradoHogeye Hustle 5k -- Glow in the Dark
Elgin, TexasSFASU Homecoming 5K
Nacogdoches, TexasLederhosen Lauf at Zeeco Oktoberfest Tulsa
Tulsa, OklahomaSprints Wicked Fast Dead Last 5k
Cincinnati, Ohio2026 Race for Campus Safety - Salt Lake City, UT
Salt Lake City, UtahHaunted 5k Run/Walk
Hazard, KentuckyUNT DALLAS GLOW RUN
Dallas, Texas
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).
