When are most 5K races held in Rochester?
October is the busiest month for 5K races in Rochester, with 4 of the 10, followed by September with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Minnesota · 5K
5K Races in Rochester, Minnesota
Every upcoming 5K around Rochester, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
10 upcoming 5K races found
Sun, Aug 9, 2026Summer Sizzler- Rochester Rochester, MNFrom $22Details Sun, Sep 6, 2026Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Rochester Rochester, MNFrom $22Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026SVdP Friends of the Poor Walk/Run/Pancake Breakfast Rochester, MNFreeDetails Sun, Oct 11, 2026Spooky Sprint- Rochester Rochester, MNFrom $22Details Sun, Oct 18, 2026Hot Cider Hustle - Rochester Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Rochester, MNFrom $15Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Go For the Gold Rochester Rochester, MNFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Haunted Halfie 2026 Rochester, MNFrom $49Details Sun, Nov 8, 2026Turkey Trails - Rochester Rochester, MNFrom $22Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Rochester Turkey Trot 5K Rochester, MNFrom $13Details Sun, Dec 6, 2026Candy Cane Course- Rochester Rochester, MNFrom $27Details
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 Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Rochester
How much do Rochester 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from free to about $49, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in Rochester?
2 of the 10 5K races in Rochester already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Where can I train for a 5K in Rochester?
Browse Rochester run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.