When are most 5K races held in Erie?
November is the busiest month for 5K races in Erie, with 2 of the 4. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Pennsylvania · 5K
2026-2027 5K Races in Erie, Pennsylvania
Every upcoming 5K around Erie, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
4 upcoming 5K races found · 4 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Erie races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Nov 21, 2026Frozen Footrace Erie, PAFrom $35Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026ERC Turkey Trot Erie, PAFrom $20Details Fri, Jan 1, 2027ERC New Year's Day 5 Miler & 5K Erie, PARegistration opens Nov 15From $20Details Sat, Aug 7, 2027LECOM 5K and 1-Mile Wellness Walk Erie, PARegistration opens May 1, 2027From $25Details
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 Nov 12, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Erie
Are Erie 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 4 5K races in Erie with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:02, 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 Erie?
Browse Erie run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.