Which Texas cities have the most 5K races?
San Antonio (101), Houston (85), Fort Worth (71), Austin (25) lead the state for 5K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
Texas · 5K
5K Races in Texas
Every upcoming 5K in Texas, all 851 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
851 upcoming 5K races · 338 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Texas races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
5K Races by City
Soonest 5K Races in Texas
851 total Sat, Jul 11, 2026SARR Fall Off-RoadRunners Training San Antonio, TXFrom $50Details Sat, Jul 25, 2026Run like a Girl Series Desoto, TXFrom $30Register Mon, Jul 27, 2026Sea Rim Striders FREE Summer Run/Walk Series #9 Orange, TXFreeDetails Sat, Aug 1, 2026Rahr Brewing Company Oktoberfest 5K Social Run/Walk Fort Worth, TXFrom $38Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Don't Run with Scissors Color Fun Run 5K Clyde, TXFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Temple, TX (31) Temple, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Longview, TX (31) Longview, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Community Connection 5K Killeen, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Waco ISD - Superintendent's SuperHero Run - 5K and 1 Mile Waco, TXFrom $15Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Heatwave Half Marathon - Dallas Dallas, TXFrom $22Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Heatwave Half Marathon - San Antonio San Antonio, TXFrom $22Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026RUN TOTHE RHYTHM 5K & FUN RUN. 8:00 A.M. WYLIE, TXFreeRegister
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 Texas
When are most 5K races held in Texas?
October is the busiest month for 5K races in Texas, with 199 of the 851, followed by September with 149. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do Texas 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from free to about $89, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in Texas?
345 of the 851 5K races in Texas 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.
Are Texas 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 331 5K races in Texas with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:37, 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.
Are there trail 5K races in Texas?
Yes, 40 races around Texas get you off the pavement: 27 are trail races, and 13 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.