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5K Races in Kansas

Kansas has 76 upcoming 5K races scheduled for 2026. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 49 of 76 races (64%) take place between May and September, with July (17 events) the busiest month. No single city dominates the calendar. Overland Park leads with 13 races, followed by Wichita (12), Topeka (7), and Lawrence (5). The remaining 51% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

5K races by month in Kansas

Jul (17) · Sep (15) · Oct (13) · Nov (11) · Aug (9) · Jun (7) · Feb (1) · Apr (1) · May (1) · Dec (1)

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Founders Weekend: Whiskey Run 5k
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Founders Weekend: Whiskey Run 5k

June 20, 2026
Dodge City, KS
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Mater Dei PTO's 0.5K & Post Race Party
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Mater Dei PTO's 0.5K & Post Race Party

June 20, 2026
Topeka, KS
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Fiesta 5k run/walk

Lawrence, KS

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Fiesta 5k run/walk

June 27, 2026
Lawrence, KS
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Run in the Name of Memories 5k

Hutchinson, KS

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Run in the Name of Memories 5k

June 27, 2026
Hutchinson, KS
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2026 Fiesta Topeka 5K
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2026 Fiesta Topeka 5K

June 27, 2026
Topeka, KS
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2026 Wild West Fest 5K
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2026 Wild West Fest 5K

July 4, 2026
Hays, KS
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Stars and Stripes 5K - Pittsburg, KS
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Stars and Stripes 5K - Pittsburg, KS

July 4, 2026
Pittsburg, KS
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NCK Med July 4th 5K Color Run/Walk
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NCK Med July 4th 5K Color Run/Walk

July 4, 2026
Concordia, KS
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Stars & Stripes 5K & Lil' Firecracker Fun Run - Overland Park
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Stars & Stripes 5K & Lil' Firecracker Fun Run - Overland Park

July 4, 2026
Overland Park, KS
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Overbrook Community 5k & 1 Mile

Overbrook, KS

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Overbrook Community 5k & 1 Mile

July 4, 2026
Overbrook, KS
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Firecracker 5k
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Firecracker 5k

July 4, 2026
Galva, KS
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Freedom 5K Fleet Feet Lawrence

Lawrence, KS

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Freedom 5K Fleet Feet Lawrence

July 4, 2026
Lawrence, KS
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Overbrook Community 5k & 1 Mile

Overbrook, KS

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Overbrook Community 5k & 1 Mile

July 11, 2026
Overbrook, KS
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The Sunglasses Run 5K Wichita
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The Sunglasses Run 5K Wichita

July 12, 2026
Wichita, KS
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Ellinwood Hospital & Clinic After Harvest Fest 5K Family Fun Run & Walk
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Ellinwood Hospital & Clinic After Harvest Fest 5K Family Fun Run & Walk

July 17, 2026
Ellinwood, KS
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Haskell County's Run for the Money 5K/1 MILE
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Haskell County's Run for the Money 5K/1 MILE

July 18, 2026
Sublette, KS
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General Lewis W. Walt Detachment – Marine Corps League 5k
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General Lewis W. Walt Detachment – Marine Corps League 5k

July 18, 2026
Topeka, KS
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Midnight Run 5K/10K for Special Olympics

Leawood, KS

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Midnight Run 5K/10K for Special Olympics

July 25, 2026
Leawood, KS
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Back to School 5K
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Back to School 5K

July 25, 2026
Topeka, KS
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General Lewis W. Walt Detachment – Marine Corps League 5k

Topeka, KS

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General Lewis W. Walt Detachment – Marine Corps League 5k

July 25, 2026
Topeka, KS
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Dodge City Days 5k & 1 Mile Shootout

Dodge City, KS

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Dodge City Days 5k & 1 Mile Shootout

July 25, 2026
Dodge City, KS
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Diva Dash 5K/10K & Lil' Princess Fun Run
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Diva Dash 5K/10K & Lil' Princess Fun Run

July 26, 2026
Overland Park, KS
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Wichita I Wanna Rock 5K/10K

Wichita, KS

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Wichita I Wanna Rock 5K/10K

August 1, 2026
Wichita, KS
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Historic Nicodemus 5k Walk/Run
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Historic Nicodemus 5k Walk/Run

August 1, 2026
Bogue, KS
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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.
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