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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
Abbott Chicago 5K
Chicago, IllinoisDAV 5K Boston
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5th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5K
Rochester, New YorkOktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1 MIAMI
Key Biscayne, FloridaASL-for-All 5K (Walk, Run & Roll)
Olathe, KansasThe Piggyback Dash 10K, 5K, 2K
Union, MissouriRace for the Bays 2026
Panama City Beach, FloridaThe Great Pumpkin Race 5K & 10K Run/Walk and Kids Race
Visalia, CaliforniaThe Great 5k Pumpkin Run Event
Lonoke, ArkansasRun the Rock | Rockville
Rockville, VirginiaMesa County Search & Rescue 5K
Fruita, ColoradoHalo Hustle
Cincinnati, Ohio4th Annual Mental Health Awareness 5K Run/Walk
Lumberton, North CarolinaStrides for STEM 5K
Chapel Hill, North Carolina2026 Vintage Festival 5K Fun Run
Sonoma, CaliforniaRun for Kids' Sake 5k Benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Upstate
Greenville, South CarolinaCAMC Foundation WeCANClimb 5k Trail Run and 2.5 Mile Trail Hike
Charleston, West VirginiaSuperhero 5K, Kids Fun Run & Walk
Owensboro, KentuckyCoffee Classic Run
White Lake, MichiganLizzy's 9th Annual Walk of Faith 5K Walk/Run
Columbia, MissouriOktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1 TAMPA
Tampa, FloridaRun for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco, CaliforniaPensacola Seafood Don McCloskey 5K
Pensacola, FloridaHeart Healthy 5K and Fun Walk
Findlay, OhioHope Hustle 5K- Running Toward Brighter Futures
Grand Prairie, TexasWoodlands 5K Trail Run
Belle Chasse, LouisianaMiles for Smiles 5k
Milwaukee, WisconsinSt. Jude Walk-Chicago
Brookfield, IllinoisBig Bad Wolf 5k + Lil' Piggy Run 1 Mile Youth Run
Paducah, Kentucky2026 18th Annual Stumptown Cross Country Series
Portland, OregonSouth Dakota Service Dog Jog 5k
Rapid City, South DakotaCaring Heart Center Pathway to Life 5K
Hays, KansasBelieve in Blue 5K & Fun Run
Nahunta, GeorgiaTaterFest's Couch Potato 1K/5K!
Mount Jackson, VirginiaConquer the Canyon Trail Race
Claude, TexasLawndale 5K
Chicago, IllinoisGolden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - St. Louis
St. Louis, MissouriWonderful Water Run with myTEAM TRIUMPH
Stevens Point, WisconsinMeaningful Miles 5K
Norwalk, OhioOktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1 ATLANTA
Atlanta, GeorgiaRun for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON
Chicago, IllinoisMedal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Cypress, TX (39)
Cypress, 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).
