When are most 5K races held in Columbia?
November is the busiest month for 5K races in Columbia, with 3 of the 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Tennessee · 5K
2026 5K Races in Columbia, Tennessee
Every upcoming 5K around Columbia, 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 · 3 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Columbia races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Oct 31, 2026MidTN Hutchinson Bell 5K Fun Run Columbia, TNFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Slag Mtn 5k Columbia, TNFrom $35Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Hustle for Harvest Share Columbia, TNFrom $40Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026Spring Hill Turkey Burn Columbia, TNFrom $50Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026A Worthy Clause Columbia, TNFrom $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 15, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Columbia
Are Columbia 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 3 5K races in Columbia with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:22, 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 Columbia?
Browse Columbia run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail 5K races near Columbia?
Yes, one race around Columbia gets you off the pavement: 1 mixes road and trail.