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5K Races in Kansas

Kansas has 81 upcoming 5K races scheduled for 2026. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in August through October, quietest in February, April, and May. No single city dominates the calendar. Overland Park leads with 13 races, followed by Wichita (13), Topeka (6), and Olathe (6). The remaining 53% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

5K races by month in Kansas

Sep (24) · Oct (20) · Aug (13) · Nov (11) · Jul (6) · Jun (2) · Dec (2) · Feb (1) · Apr (1) · May (1)

Showing 24 of 81

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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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Back to School 5K
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Back to School 5K

July 25, 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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Dodge City Days 5k & 1 Mile Run Shootout
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Dodge City Days 5k & 1 Mile Run 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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Midnight Run 5K/10K for Special Olympics

Leawood, KS

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Midnight Run 5K/10K for Special Olympics

July 26, 2026
Leawood, 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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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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Wichita I Wanna Rock 5K/10K

Wichita, KS

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Wichita I Wanna Rock 5K/10K

August 2, 2026
Wichita, KS
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Tall Corn Festival 5K & 1 Mile
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Tall Corn Festival 5K & 1 Mile

August 8, 2026
Rossville, KS
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Washburn Rural Back to School 5k
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Washburn Rural Back to School 5k

August 8, 2026
Topeka, KS
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Health to Better Living 5K and Fun Run, In loving memory of Jim and Lisa Wilson
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Health to Better Living 5K and Fun Run, In loving memory of Jim and Lisa Wilson

August 8, 2026
Effingham, KS
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Caney KS, Family & Children Services Child Support Awareness 5k Color Run
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Caney KS, Family & Children Services Child Support Awareness 5k Color Run

August 15, 2026
Caney, KS
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33rd Annual JW Tiger 5K
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33rd Annual JW Tiger 5K

August 15, 2026
Meriden, KS
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Kansas City - HFTC 5k
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Kansas City - HFTC 5k

August 23, 2026
Overland Park, KS
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3rd Annual PPP3CA Race for Rare 5k Run/Walk
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3rd Annual PPP3CA Race for Rare 5k Run/Walk

August 23, 2026
Topeka, KS
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Protection Fun Fest 5k & 1 Mile

Protection, KS

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Protection Fun Fest 5k & 1 Mile

August 29, 2026
Protection, KS
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Tiblow Trot 5 Mile/5K/2K
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Tiblow Trot 5 Mile/5K/2K

August 29, 2026
Bonner Springs, KS
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Friendship Circle 5K and 1K Family Fun Run! Race, Walk or Roll For Inclusion.
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Friendship Circle 5K and 1K Family Fun Run! Race, Walk or Roll For Inclusion.

August 30, 2026
Overland Park, KS
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The DKImpact- 5K Run

Topeka, KS

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The DKImpact- 5K Run

September 5, 2026
Topeka, KS
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Amanda Holmes Memorial Scholarship 5k Terrain Run
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Amanda Holmes Memorial Scholarship 5k Terrain Run

September 6, 2026
Leavenworth, KS
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De Soto Days 5K-9 and Family Fun Run
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De Soto Days 5K-9 and Family Fun Run

September 6, 2026
De Soto, KS
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Kiowa Labor Day 5K
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Kiowa Labor Day 5K

September 7, 2026
Kiowa, KS
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Leawood Rotary Labor Day 5K
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Leawood Rotary Labor Day 5K

September 7, 2026
Leawood, 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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