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5K Races in Florida

Florida has 786 upcoming 5K races scheduled for 2026. That is the highest event count for 5K races of any state. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in September through November, quietest in April through June. No single city dominates the calendar. Tampa leads with 35 races, followed by Naples (28), Key Biscayne (27), and Miami (25). The remaining 85% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

5K races by month in Florida

Oct (155) · Nov (147) · Sep (122) · Aug (89) · Dec (88) · Jul (50) · Feb (40) · Jan (36) · Mar (26) · Apr (15) · May (14) · Jun (4)

Showing 24 of 786

Levis JCC Run, Sweat & Beers 5k
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Levis JCC Run, Sweat & Beers 5k

July 16, 2026
Boca Raton, FL
Eagle 5K & 10K at Hollywood, FL (29)
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Eagle 5K & 10K at Hollywood, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Hollywood, FL
Eagle 5K, & 10K at Panama City, FL (29)
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Eagle 5K, & 10K at Panama City, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Panama City, FL
Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Naples, FL (29)
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Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Naples, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Naples, FL
Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (29)
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Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Ocala, FL
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (29)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Bradenton, FL
Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Jacksonville, FL (29)
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Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Jacksonville, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Jacksonville, FL
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Hudson, FL (29)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Hudson, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Hudson, FL
Eagle 5K & 10K at Merritt Island, FL (29)
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Eagle 5K & 10K at Merritt Island, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Merritt Island, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Hudson, FL (29)

Hudson, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Hudson, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Hudson, FL
Eagle 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Fort Pierce, FL (29)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Fort Pierce, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Fort Pierce, FL
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at DeBary, FL (29)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at DeBary, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
DeBary, FL

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Eagle 5K, & 10K at Panama City, FL (29)

Panama City, FL

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Eagle 5K, & 10K at Panama City, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Panama City, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (29)

Bradenton, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Bradenton, FL

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Eagle 5K & 10K at Merritt Island, FL (29)

Merritt Island, FL

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Eagle 5K & 10K at Merritt Island, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Merritt Island, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at DeBary, FL (29)

Debary, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at DeBary, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Debary, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (29)

Ocala, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Ocala, FL
Paramedic/EMT "Live Virtual" 5k/10k
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Paramedic/EMT "Live Virtual" 5k/10k

July 18, 2026
ANY TOWN OR CITY, FL
FUN FIT 5K / 10K & Hybrid 5K
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FUN FIT 5K / 10K & Hybrid 5K

July 18, 2026
Pompano Beach, FL
Popsicle 5K West Palm Beach
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Popsicle 5K West Palm Beach

July 18, 2026
Lake Worth, FL

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Eagle 5K & 10K at Hollywood, FL (29)

Hollywood, FL

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Eagle 5K & 10K at Hollywood, FL (29)

July 18, 2026
Hollywood, FL
2026 Ice Cream 5K - Fort Lauderdale
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2026 Ice Cream 5K - Fort Lauderdale

July 19, 2026
Hollywood, FL
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at New Port Richey, FL (30)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at New Port Richey, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
New Port Richey, FL
Hemingway 5K Sunset Run
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Hemingway 5K Sunset Run

July 25, 2026
Key West, FL

5K Races in Nearby States

Frequently asked questions

How long is a 5K race?
A 5K is 3.1 miles (5 kilometers). It is the most popular race distance in the US and a great starting point for new runners. RACE lists thousands of 5K events across all 50 states.
What is a good 5K time for beginners?
A good beginner 5K time is 30-35 minutes. Many first-time runners aim to complete the distance without stopping. The average US 5K finish time is around 28 minutes.
How do I find a 5K near me?
Use the RACE search bar to enter your zip code or state and filter by distance. You can also browse by month to find races that fit your schedule. Turkey Trots in November and charity 5Ks are especially popular.
How long does it take to train for a 5K?
Most couch-to-5K programs are 6-8 weeks long with 3 runs per week. If you can already jog for 10-15 minutes, you could be ready in 4-6 weeks with consistent training.