When are most 5K races held in Washington?
September is the busiest month for 5K races in Washington, with 2 of the 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
North Carolina · 5K
2026-2027 5K Races in Washington, North Carolina
Every upcoming 5K around Washington, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
5 upcoming 5K races found · 5 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Washington races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Sep 26, 2026Ovarian Cancer 5K Washington, NCFrom $45Details Sun, Sep 27, 20267th Annual Hannah's Heroes of NC Glow Run Washington, NCFrom $20Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026WMPCS 5K @ Smoke on the Water Washington, NCFrom $25Details Sat, Mar 13, 20276th Annual St Patrick’s Day 5K and Pub Crawl Washington, NCRegistration opens Nov 18From $40Details Sat, Apr 10, 2027Cowboy Ramble Run & Rhythm Washington, NCFrom $35Details
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 Sep 22, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Washington
How much do Washington 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from $20 to about $45, depending on the event and how early you register.
Are Washington 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 5 5K races in Washington with published results, the typical median finish is around 32:45, 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 Washington?
Browse Washington run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.