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5K Races in Texas

Texas has 583 upcoming 5K races scheduled for 2026. That is the 3rd-highest event count for 5K races of any state. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in July, September, and October, quietest in January, March, and May. No single city dominates the calendar. San Antonio leads with 79 races, followed by Houston (55), Fort Worth (52), and Temple (30). The remaining 63% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

5K races by month in Texas

Oct (105) · Sep (94) · Jul (86) · Nov (67) · Aug (62) · Dec (60) · Jun (58) · Feb (17) · Mar (10) · Apr (10) · May (8) · Jan (6)

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Kerrville, TX (25)
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Kerrville, TX (25)

June 20, 2026
Kerrville, TX
Mustang Stampede 5K Run/ Walk
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Mustang Stampede 5K Run/ Walk

June 20, 2026
Weslaco, TX
Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH
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Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH

June 20, 2026
Fort Worth, TX
Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 HOUSTON
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Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 HOUSTON

June 20, 2026
Houston, TX
Juneteenth 5K - Family Rooted in Tradition 2026
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Juneteenth 5K - Family Rooted in Tradition 2026

June 20, 2026
Killeen, TX
Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deer Park, TX (25)
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deer Park, TX (25)

June 20, 2026
Deer Park, TX
Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 HOUSTON
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Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 HOUSTON

June 20, 2026
Houston, TX
Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN ANTONIO
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Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN ANTONIO

June 20, 2026
San Antonio, TX
ZFT Run Club Run-Walk-Crawl 9 Year Anniversary 5K & Celebration
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ZFT Run Club Run-Walk-Crawl 9 Year Anniversary 5K & Celebration

June 20, 2026
Houston, TX
Houston Stars and Stripes Half Marathon, 10K,  5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist
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Houston Stars and Stripes Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist

June 20, 2026
Humble, TX
Fuel the Future - 5K/10K Run
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Fuel the Future - 5K/10K Run

June 20, 2026
San Antonio, TX
World Giraffe Day 5K Run/Walk
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World Giraffe Day 5K Run/Walk

June 20, 2026
Gainesville, TX
La Fe Annual "Father's Day" Community Health 5K  Run / Walk
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La Fe Annual "Father's Day" Community Health 5K Run / Walk

June 20, 2026
El Paso, TX
Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Temple, TX (25)
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Temple, TX (25)

June 20, 2026
Temple, TX
Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 SAN ANTONIO
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Run Juneteenth Day 5K/10K/13.1 SAN ANTONIO

June 20, 2026
San Antonio, TX

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Summer Dash Series - Lemonade Dash Dallas, 5K, 1 Mile, Family and Kids' K

Dallas, TX

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Summer Dash Series - Lemonade Dash Dallas, 5K, 1 Mile, Family and Kids' K

June 20, 2026
Dallas, TX

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1, Temple, TX (25)

Temple, TX

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1, Temple, TX (25)

June 20, 2026
Temple, TX
The Big Kahuna 5K, 10K - San Antonio
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The Big Kahuna 5K, 10K - San Antonio

June 20, 2026
San Antonio, TX
Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH
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Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH

June 20, 2026
Fort Worth, TX
FFF5K Social Run/Walk with Community Beer Company - June
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FFF5K Social Run/Walk with Community Beer Company - June

June 20, 2026
Dallas, TX

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Deer Park, TX (25)

Deer Park, TX

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Deer Park, TX (25)

June 20, 2026
Deer Park, TX

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Houston Stars and Stripes Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist

Houston, TX

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Houston Stars and Stripes Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Kid's K presented by Houston Methodist

June 20, 2026
Houston, TX
Light the Way Fun Run 5K
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Light the Way Fun Run 5K

June 20, 2026
Pharr, TX
Longview Juneteenth Freedom 5k
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Longview Juneteenth Freedom 5k

June 20, 2026
Longview, TX

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.