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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
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Wildwood, FloridaHickory Grove 5k Trail Run
Colo, StoryHobby Trails To You!
Winston Salem, North CarolinaViolence Free Community Run
Kenai, AlaskaFlying Feet 5K - August 8th 2026
Littlestown, PennsylvaniaMiddle Georgia Toys For Tots 5K
Fort Valley, GeorgiaLion Run and Family Fun
Grafton, WisconsinSummer Sizzler- Louisville
Louisville, KentuckyNinja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Royal Palm Beach, FL (32)
Royal Palm Beach, FloridaThe Suck it up Buttercup 5K/10K
Ave Maria, FloridaPhilly Mayor's Cup
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaFleet Feet 9th annual Furnace 5K Run and Kids Dash
Stuart, Florida29th Annual Kristin Burkholder 5k Walk/Run
Esko, MinnesotaRun for Dreams - Soroptimist 5k
Gahanna, OhioThe Homer Races: The Homer Classic 5k and The Homer Parade Mile!
Silverton, OregonPrairie & Pines 5k and Half Marathon
Marshall, MinnesotaFalcon 5K
Pleasant Hill, CaliforniaNinja 5K & 10K at Raleigh, NC (32)
Raleigh, North CarolinaStorm the Beach
Harbor Beach, MichiganNIGHT NATION RUN - CINCINNATI
Cincinnati, OhioLet Your Light Shine 5K
Asheville, North CarolinaTwisted Twig 5K
Rome, New YorkMade For More 5K Restoration Run & 2-Mile Walk
Martinsburg, PennsylvaniaDrink MO Beer 5k | 10k | 1 MILE
Maryland Heights, MissouriRuntastic HEBER
Heber City, UtahEvergreen Lake 5K
Hudson, IllinoisArapahoe Warrior 5K
Centennial, Colorado5th Annual Mentoring Matters 5K
Springfield, MassachusettsCaribou County Fair 5k
Grace, IdahoCanaan Street Lake 5k
Canaan, New HampshireCapt'n Karl's Trail Series - Reveille Peak Ranch
Burnet, TexasFirst-Gen 5k
Ocala, FloridaSummer Sizzler- Denver
Thornton, ColoradoSwim The Fish 2026
Whitefish, MontanaKasson Festival in the Park 5k Run/Walk
Kasson, Minnesota48th Annual Ray's Race at APA
Washington, District of ColumbiaTAC Color for a Cause Race
Mount Vernon, OhioJailBreak Escape Urban Challenge Run
Lexington, South CarolinaStoneport 5k Quarry Run/Walk
Presque Isle, MichiganFarm Festival 5k
Ashland, Virginia
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).
