Missouri · 5K

2026-2027 5K Races in Springfield, Missouri

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

17 upcoming 5K races found · 15 with finish-time stats

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The Biggest and Longest-Running

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

Largest field534 finishersNight Light 5kin the 5K
Sat, Oct 31, 2026Halloween Hustle Springfield, MO10K5K1 MileFrom $35Register Sun, Nov 1, 2026Bass Pro Shops Marathon Weekend Springfield, MOMarathonHalf Marathon5KRegistration closedPricing TBADetails Sat, Nov 14, 2026Turkey Trails - Springfield Springfield, MO50m1 Mile5K10KFrom $36Details Sat, Dec 5, 20262026 Jingle Bell Run Springfield, MO5K1 MileFrom $40Details Fri, Dec 11, 2026Santa's CHRISTMAS EXPLOSION Run Springfield, MO10K5K1 MileFrom $40Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Candy Cane Course- Springfield Springfield, MO50m1 Mile5K10KFrom $36Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026OMRR's Run for the Ranch Springfield, MOMarathonHalf Marathon5K1 MileFrom $40Details Sun, Dec 20, 2026Fleet Feet Springfield Santa Run Springfield, MO5KFrom $45Details Sat, Jan 30, 2027Jack Frost 5k Run & 1.5m Walk Springfield, MO5K1.5KFrom $45Details Sat, Feb 20, 2027Running From Yeti - Springfield, MO Springfield, MO5K10KHalf MarathonMarathonFrom $45Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027Shamrock Shuffle Springfield, MO5K15K1 MileFrom $40Details Sat, Apr 17, 2027Go Girl Run Springfield, MOHalf Marathon5KFrom $39Details Sat, May 15, 2027SALSA Run Springfield, MO10K5K1 MileFrom $35Details Sat, May 22, 2027Fast and Furriest 5k Year 13 Springfield, MO5K1 MileRegistration opens Feb 8, 2027From $40Details Fri, Jul 16, 2027Night Light 5k Springfield, MO5K1 MileFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 18, 2027Running From Squatch - Springfield, MO Springfield, MO23.4 MilesHalf Marathon10K5KFrom $35Details Fri, Oct 15, 2027Space Wizards 5k & 10k Springfield, MO5K10KFrom $45Details

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 25, 2026.

Common Questions About Running a 5K in Springfield

When are most 5K races held in Springfield?

December is the busiest month for 5K races in Springfield, with 5 of the 17, followed by October with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

Are Springfield 5K races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 15 5K races in Springfield with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:00, 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 Springfield?

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