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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
Run for Our Warriors 5K and the Memorial Mile
Mission, TexasPirate 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Ben Geren Regional Park, Fort Smith, AR (14) 30
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Bradford White 5K
Middleville, MichiganHowl-o-ween 5k - Schaumburg
Rolling Meadows, IllinoisHot Cider Hustle - St. Louis 5K & 10K
St. Louis, MissouriWise Villa Fall Harvest Run
Lincoln, CaliforniaHaunted 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Heritage Park, Olympia, WA (43) 80
Olympia, WashingtonSARR Rocky Horror Trail Run
San Antonio, TexasHaunted 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Blount Cultural Park, Montgomery, AL (43) 70
Montgomery, AlabamaCliff Hanger Run
Kansas City, MissouriHaunted 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Joe B. Barnes Regional Park, Midwest City, OK (43) 30
Midwest, OklahomaLights & Sirens 5K, 10K, and 1 Mile Fun Run
Rainbow City, AlabamaUnadilla Zombie Run
Unadilla, New YorkSteps with St. Dymphna 5k Run/Walk
Latrobe, PennsylvaniaSouthwest Ohio Lion's STEPS 13 OH 6 Walk / Run
Dayton, OhioMotherlode Monster Dash 5k
Jackson, CaliforniaMCCM Monster Mash 5k & Creature Crawl 1k
Richland, WashingtonTrail Life Troop TN-2222 of First Baptist Church McMinnville - 5K Worthy Run or Walk
Mcminnville, TennesseeKardia Pumpkin Run 2025
Houston, TexasHoBOOken 5K Race - USATF Certified Course
Hoboken, New JerseyBridge 2 Bridge Half Marathon & 5K
Ashtabula, OhioVito 5k for Heroes Run
Grove City, OhioCASA Superhero Run
Bakersfield, CaliforniaRuntastic HAUNTED - Provo Canyon
Provo, UtahNaatsisaan Trail Races
Navajo Mountain, UtahSpinx Run Fest
Greenville, South CarolinaBig Sur River Run
Big Sur, CaliforniaHaunted 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Green Springs Park, Deltona, FL (43) 60
Deltona, FloridaCrackedBell Classic THE JV & OPEN
Richboro, PennsylvaniaSandy Springs Education Force's Lightning 10K & 5K
Sandy Springs, GeorgiaGo For the Gold Rochester benefiting Brighter Tomorrows, Inc.
Rochester, MinnesotaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Ed Austin Regional Park, Jacksonville, FL (43) 20
Jacksonville, FloridaStrong Like Lisa-Steps to Cure Sarcoma
Parkville, MissouriMonster Dash To End Domestic Violence 5K
Elizabethtown, KentuckyBUCKS COUNTY SPCA BLACK CAT 5K & 1 MILE WALK
Chalfont, Pennsylvania9th Annual Running Scared 5K Sponsored by Nationwide Children's Hospital
Canal Winchester, OhioCenter School's Halloween Hustle 5k Run/Walk
Longmeadow, MassachusettsVBA Young Lawyers' Division Race Judicata 5K Run/Walk
Montpelier, VermontBenjamin Franklin Academy 5K
Loudon, New HampshireHoover High Choirs Melody Miles 5K
Birmingham, AlabamaRUNorwalk
Norwalk, IowaAnoka Gray Ghost 5K and Walk
Anoka, Minnesota
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).
