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2026-2027 5K Races in Ocala, Florida

Every upcoming 5K around Ocala, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.

26 upcoming 5K races found · 19 with finish-time stats

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The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Ocala races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field1,553 finishersFrank DeLuca YMCA 5K & 10Kin the 5K
Sat, Oct 17, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (42) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 24, 20265k Nevermore Ocala, FL5K1 MileFrom $5Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K,13.1M & 26.2M at Ocala, FL (45) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonMarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Landbridge Trail 5k Ocala, FL5KFrom $40Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Run for the Dogs 5k - Ocala Ocala, FL5KFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026SMHS Family Fun Run/Walk 5k Ocala, FL5KFrom $25Register Sat, Nov 21, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (47) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Frank DeLuca YMCA 5K & 10K Ocala, FL5K10KFrom $35Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Pie Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Go and Gobble 5k Ocala, FL5KFrom $40Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Ocala, FL (49) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonMarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Ocala Reindeer Run Ocala, FL5K400 Yards5KFrom $40Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (51) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 2, 2027New Year 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M, Ocala, FL (01) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonMarathonFrom $35Details Sat, Jan 16, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (03) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 6, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (06) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 20, 2027Viking 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Ocala, FL (08) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonMarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (10) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 20, 2027Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Ocala, FL (12) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027Bunny 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (14) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Register Sat, Apr 17, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (16) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, May 1, 2027Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (18) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, May 8, 2027Mother's Day 5k Run / Walk Ocala, FL5KFrom $35Details Sat, May 15, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (20) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Jun 5, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (23) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Register Sat, Jun 19, 2027Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Ocala, FL (25) Ocala, FL5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details

How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 14, 2026.

Common Questions About Running a 5K in Ocala

When are most 5K races held in Ocala?

November is the busiest month for 5K races in Ocala, with 8 of the 26, followed by December with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

Are Ocala 5K races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 19 5K races in Ocala with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:24, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.

Where can I train for a 5K in Ocala?

Browse Ocala run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.

Are there trail 5K races near Ocala?

Yes, one race around Ocala gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race.