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5K Races in Georgia

Georgia has 430 upcoming 5K races scheduled for 2026. That is the 4th-highest event count for 5K races of any state. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in August through October, quietest in January, May, and June. No single city dominates the calendar. Atlanta leads with 71 races, followed by Columbus (23), Augusta (20), and Savannah (17). The remaining 70% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

5K races by month in Georgia

Oct (99) · Sep (84) · Aug (76) · Nov (60) · Jul (33) · Dec (25) · Mar (16) · Feb (14) · Apr (12) · Jan (5) · May (3) · Jun (3)

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Sisters by Choice 22nd Annual Pink Ribbon 5k Run/Walk
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Sisters by Choice 22nd Annual Pink Ribbon 5k Run/Walk

July 17, 2026
Atlanta, GA
Syfan Supports 5k and Fun Run
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Syfan Supports 5k and Fun Run

July 17, 2026
Gainesville, GA
Miles to Margaritas 5k - Atlanta
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Miles to Margaritas 5k - Atlanta

July 18, 2026
Stone Mountain, GA
Blizzard Run 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run   Anytime Fitness - JULY 18TH, 2026
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Blizzard Run 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run Anytime Fitness - JULY 18TH, 2026

July 18, 2026
Glennville, GA
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Pooler GA (29)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Pooler GA (29)

July 18, 2026
Pooler, GA
Dad Bod Summer Sweat 5K
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Dad Bod Summer Sweat 5K

July 18, 2026
Dacula, GA
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Columbus, GA (29)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Columbus, GA (29)

July 18, 2026
Columbus, GA
Super Speeder 5K
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Super Speeder 5K

July 18, 2026
Gainesville, GA

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The MOB Mentality 5k

Loganville, GA

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The MOB Mentality 5k

July 18, 2026
Loganville, GA

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US 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Columbus, GA (29)

Columbus, GA

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US 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Columbus, GA (29)

July 18, 2026
Columbus, GA
Christmas 5K/10K/Half Marathon in July - Atlanta
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Christmas 5K/10K/Half Marathon in July - Atlanta

July 18, 2026
Atlanta, GA

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Ngemba 5K

Atlanta, GA

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Ngemba 5K

July 18, 2026
Atlanta, GA
18th Annual Barnes Drug Store 5K Fun Run & Splash Dash
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18th Annual Barnes Drug Store 5K Fun Run & Splash Dash

July 18, 2026
Valdosta, GA
Ngemba 5K Run and Walk Road Race:  For Health and Education. Come Celebrate America with Ngemba
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Ngemba 5K Run and Walk Road Race: For Health and Education. Come Celebrate America with Ngemba

July 18, 2026
Lawrenceville, GA
Dragon Con Hustle: Rebel 5k
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Dragon Con Hustle: Rebel 5k

July 19, 2026
Atlanta, GA

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Pooler GA (29)

Pooler, GA

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Pooler GA (29)

July 19, 2026
Pooler, GA
Run for Coffee Lovers 5K/10K/13.1 ATLANTA
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Run for Coffee Lovers 5K/10K/13.1 ATLANTA

July 25, 2026
Atlanta, GA
Sundae Social Shuffle 5K
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Sundae Social Shuffle 5K

July 25, 2026
Chickamauga, GA
Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon
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Hot Fun in the Summer Sun 5K/10K/Half Marathon

July 25, 2026
Kennesaw, GA
Back To School Dash & Splash 5k Color Run
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Back To School Dash & Splash 5k Color Run

July 25, 2026
Pooler, GA
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Augusta, GA (30)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Augusta, GA (30)

July 25, 2026
Augusta, GA
Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 ATLANTA
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Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 ATLANTA

July 25, 2026
Atlanta, GA
Abba House 5K Run / Walk for Recovery
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Abba House 5K Run / Walk for Recovery

July 25, 2026
Macon, GA

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Augusta, GA (30)

Augusta, GA

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Augusta, GA (30)

July 25, 2026
Augusta, GA

Top Cities for 5K Races in Georgia

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.