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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, CaliforniaJingle Run 2026 - 5K Run and Walk - Vineland NJ
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Halloween Holyoke Firefighters 5K
Holyoke, MassachusettsTri West Middle School 5K Robo Run and Walk
Lizton, IndianaMt. McLane 5K and Fun Run
Waco, TexasColleen De Reuck XC Classic
Boulder, ColoradoHalloween Trick or Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 NEW JERSEY
Camden, New JerseyWicked Way 5K
Batesville, ArkansasSt. Michael School 5K Turkey Trot
Pawcatuck, ConnecticutWill Rogers Memorial 5K
Claremore, OklahomaKing & Spalding's 2026 West U Halloween Dash and Kids' Fun Run Presented by West U Smiles
Houston, TexasFreeland Freaky 5's
Freeland, MichiganStomp Out Hunger 5k Run and 1Mile Walk
Kihei, HawaiiFall Fun 5K and Trick or Treat Trot!
Gahanna, Ohio18th Annual Scare Brain Cancer Away 5K Run/Walk
East Rochester, New YorkLa Terre Farms Fall Trail 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
Kiln, Mississippi5K Family Fun Run and One-Mile Fun Walk
Otsego, MinnesotaHeads will roll 5k
Vienna, VirginiaHaunted Run 5k and Kids Fun Run
Big Sky, MontanaColor Me CASA!
New Albany, IndianaCambridge Half Marathon + 5K
Cambridge, MassachusettsThe Long Beach Halloween Run 5K. 10K. Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Long Beach, CaliforniaIrvington Vampire Run presented by Geiger & Peters
Indianapolis, IndianaGET Fit Halloween 5k
Bridgewater, MassachusettsStaplehurst Volunteer Fire Department 5K Beer Costume Run
Staplehurst, NebraskaHeroes Run
Noblesville, IndianaHaunted Hustle
Grand Prairie, TexasRun for the Bulls Race Series Presented by Poquoson Education Foundation
Poquoson, VirginiaTrick or Treat Trot
Goodrich, MichiganJenny Buls Vrba Sugar Skull Halloween Fun Run 5k
Osage, IowaFoothill Presents: Nightmare on Hart Park Lane 5K
Bakersfield, CaliforniaCannon South Elementary Beta Club's Monster Dash 5K
Bradyville, TennesseeWitches, Wheels, and Wicked Trails
Moorefield, West VirginiaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Harrisburg, PA (44)
Harrisburg, PennsylvaniaLSSC Monster Dash
Leesburg, FloridaZombie Run
Traverse City, MichiganFort Branch Sinister Cellar Zombie 5K Run/Walk/Lil Zombie Kids Fun Run
Fort Branch, IndianaChasing Freedom 5k
Northport, AlabamaTomorrows Children's Fund 11th Annual Join Hands 5K
Ridgewood, New JerseyHalloween Trick or Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK
Del Valle, Texas15th Annual Milford 5K Trick or Trot Run/Walk
Milford, Connecticut2026 Fall Book Mobile 5K
Suwanee, Georgia
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).
