RACE Logo

5K Races in California

California has 399 upcoming 5K races scheduled for 2026. That is the 5th-highest event count for 5K races of any state. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in June, July, and September, quietest in March through May. No single city dominates the calendar. Long Beach leads with 74 races, followed by San Diego (42), Los Angeles (41), and Sacramento (30). The remaining 53% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

5K races by month in California

Jul (66) · Jun (54) · Sep (53) · Oct (52) · Aug (46) · Nov (46) · Dec (38) · Feb (12) · Jan (11) · Mar (8) · May (7) · Apr (6)

Showing 24 of 399

Running

Alive & Suffering Running Club's 5k Pride Run

Los Angeles, CA

Running

Alive & Suffering Running Club's 5k Pride Run

June 14, 2026
Los Angeles, CA
Rare Strides 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Running

Rare Strides 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

June 14, 2026
Long Beach, CA
Rare Strides 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Running

Rare Strides 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

June 14, 2026
Long Beach, CA
Los Mugrosos 5K— La Vida Sucia Run
Running

Los Mugrosos 5K— La Vida Sucia Run

June 14, 2026
South El Monte, CA

Running

Good Vibes Run – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon

Long Beach, CA

Running

Good Vibes Run – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon

June 14, 2026
Long Beach, CA
Hansen Dam Splash and Dash 1K/5K
Running

Hansen Dam Splash and Dash 1K/5K

June 14, 2026
Sylmar, CA
Good Vibes Run – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon
Running

Good Vibes Run – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon

June 14, 2026
Long Beach, CA
Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES
Running

Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

June 20, 2026
Los Angeles, CA
Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
Running

Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

June 20, 2026
Sacramento, CA
FBE Juneteenth 5K – San Diego
Running

FBE Juneteenth 5K – San Diego

June 20, 2026
San Diego, CA
The Dad Wave 5K
Running

The Dad Wave 5K

June 20, 2026
Aptos, CA
SoCal's Pirate's 5k/10k Run/Walk
Running

SoCal's Pirate's 5k/10k Run/Walk

June 20, 2026
Long Beach, CA

Running

Happy Father's Day 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

Van Nuys, CA

Running

Happy Father's Day 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

June 20, 2026
Van Nuys, CA
Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO
Running

Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO

June 20, 2026
San Diego, CA
Nixon 5K for Title IX
Running

Nixon 5K for Title IX

June 20, 2026
Yorba Linda, CA
Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO
Running

Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

June 20, 2026
San Francisco, CA
Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO
Running

Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO

June 20, 2026
San Diego, CA
The City Eats & Stack Run Club - Hayward 5K
Running

The City Eats & Stack Run Club - Hayward 5K

June 20, 2026
Hayward, CA
Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO
Running

Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

June 20, 2026
San Francisco, CA
Summer Solstice Run : 5K.10K. Half Marathon –by Califlow Runs
Running

Summer Solstice Run : 5K.10K. Half Marathon –by Califlow Runs

June 20, 2026
Long Beach, CA
Wild & Free Summer 5K Walk/Run
Running

Wild & Free Summer 5K Walk/Run

June 20, 2026
Paso Robles, CA
Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES
Running

Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

June 20, 2026
Los Angeles, CA

Running

Summer Solstice Run : 5K.10K. Half Marathon –by Califlow Runs

Long Beach, CA

Running

Summer Solstice Run : 5K.10K. Half Marathon –by Califlow Runs

June 20, 2026
Long Beach, CA
City of Maywood Open Streets 5K Run/Walk
Running

City of Maywood Open Streets 5K Run/Walk

June 20, 2026
Maywood, CA

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.