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5K Races in Florida

Florida has 791 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 34 races, followed by Naples (29), Key Biscayne (27), and Orlando (26). The remaining 85% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

5K races by month in Florida

Oct (158) · Nov (152) · Sep (125) · Dec (94) · Aug (89) · Feb (41) · Jan (39) · Mar (28) · Jul (28) · Apr (17) · May (15) · Jun (5)

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Run for Coffee Lovers 5K/10K/13.1 TAMPA
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Run for Coffee Lovers 5K/10K/13.1 TAMPA

July 25, 2026
Tampa, FL
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Largo, FL (30)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Largo, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
Largo, FL
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deltona, FL (30)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deltona, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
Deltona, FL
Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Royal Palm Beach, FL (30)
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Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Royal Palm Beach, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
Royal Palm Beach, FL
Freakin' Hot 5K
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Freakin' Hot 5K

July 25, 2026
Clearwater, FL
Eagle 5K, & 13.1M at Panama City Beach, FL (30)
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Eagle 5K, & 13.1M at Panama City Beach, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
Panama City Beach, FL
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Naples, FL (30)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Naples, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
Naples, 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
Eagle 5K & 10K, at Gainesville, FL (30)
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Eagle 5K & 10K, at Gainesville, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
Gainesville, FL

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Eagle 5K, & 13.1M at Panama City Beach, FL (30)

Panama City Beach, FL

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Eagle 5K, & 13.1M at Panama City Beach, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
Panama City Beach, FL
Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 MIAMI
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Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 MIAMI

July 25, 2026
Key Biscayne, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deltona, FL (30)

Deltona, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deltona, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
Deltona, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Largo, FL (30)

Largo, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Largo, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
Largo, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Homestead, FL (30)

Homestead, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Homestead, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
Homestead, FL

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Eagle 5K & 10K, Gainesville, FL (30)

Gainesville, FL

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Eagle 5K & 10K, Gainesville, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
Gainesville, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Royal Palm Beach, FL (30)

Royal Palm Beach, FL

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Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Royal Palm Beach, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
Royal Palm Beach, FL
Run for Coffee Lovers 5K/10K/13.1 MIAMI
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Run for Coffee Lovers 5K/10K/13.1 MIAMI

July 25, 2026
Key Biscayne, FL
Downtown Dash 5K Run
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Downtown Dash 5K Run

July 25, 2026
Stuart, FL
Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 TAMPA
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Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 TAMPA

July 25, 2026
Tampa, FL
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Homestead, FL (30)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Homestead, FL (30)

July 25, 2026
Homestead, FL
2026 Niceville Sunset Stampede 5k run/walk
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2026 Niceville Sunset Stampede 5k run/walk

July 25, 2026
Niceville, FL
SeaMonkey Christmas in July 5K
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SeaMonkey Christmas in July 5K

July 25, 2026
Bradenton, FL
Ice Cream 10K & 5K West Palm Beach
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Ice Cream 10K & 5K West Palm Beach

July 26, 2026
Lake Worth, 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.