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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, CaliforniaBank of American Chicago Marathon
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Sweaty Sweater 5k Run & 3k Fun Run/Walk
Dwight, IllinoisGingerbread Lane 5K & 10K Austin
Pflugerville, TexasWhite Elephant 5k FUN RUN presented by Moore Buick GMC
Jacksonville, North Carolina2026 Vero Beach, FL unite4answers 5k Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk
Vero Beach, FloridaAngry Bear Holiday Fun Run and 5K
Massillon, OhioGreen Wave Jingle Jam 5k
Easley, South Carolina2026 Jingle Bell Run - Austin, TX
Cedar Park, TexasMiracle On Erie Street 5K and Miracle Mile
Willoughby, OhioReindeer Run 2026 | Hammond, LA
Hammond, LouisianaUSO Runway 5K
Pensacola, FloridaReindeer Run
Baton Rouge, LouisianaMidway Shelter Winter Run / Walk ~ 5k, 10k and Kids Run
Alameda, CaliforniaReindeer Run 5K 2026
Wheaton, IllinoisMary Mingle 5K
Cape Girardeau, MissouriSanta Run Presented by Al Serra Auto Plaza
Flint, MichiganElves on the Run
Montgomery, AlabamaFlagler Free Clinic 5k Walk/Run
Palm Coast, FloridaSalty Santa 5K
Hutchinson, KansasHoliday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Jacksonville, FL (49)
Jacksonville, FloridaSt. Louis Catholic School 11th Anniversary Cougar Chase 5K Run/Walk
Austin, TexasSneakers For Santa
Topeka, KansasJoel Barlow 5K Reindeer Run
Redding, ConnecticutCandy Cane Course- Cleveland
Cleveland, OhioHoliday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (49)
Charlotte, North CarolinaChristmas on Grand Reindeer Run 2026
Yoakum, TexasRyan's Run/Walk Race For Sickle Cell Disease
Baton Rouge, LouisianaNorth Creek Explorer 5K Run/Walk
Coconut Creek, FloridaWetumpka Dickens of a Run 5k & Jingle Bell Jot
Wetumpka, AlabamaDashing through Defiance - 1 MILE | 5K | 10K
Defiance, MissouriHoliday 5K, 10K & 13.1M at South Jordan, UT (49)
South Jordan, UtahLuke's Diner Dash
Monticello, KentuckyCity of Murphy's Jingle Jog 5K & Reindeer Dash
Murphy, TexasRandolph County Young Life Winter Sprinter 5k
Asheboro, North CarolinaCrooked Creek 5K Trail Challenge
Shepherdsville, KentuckyChasing Santa 5k/Cycling Santa Toy Drive Presented by: Springs Law Group
Colorado Springs, ColoradoAsbury Park Santa Run
Asbury Park, New JerseyRun Kalamazoo Run Camp
Kalamazoo, MichiganHoliday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Tallahassee, FL (49)
Tallahassee, FloridaSanta Hustle Chicago
Chicago, IllinoisBuffalo Blizzard Run
Buffalo, New York
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).
