When are most 5K races held in Austin?
March is the busiest month for 5K races in Austin, with 7 of the 43, followed by December with 6. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Texas · 5K
5K Races in Austin, Texas
Every upcoming 5K around Austin, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
43 upcoming 5K races found · 10 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Austin races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Sep 19, 2026Love Your Neighbor 5K Austin, TXFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Austin, TX (38) Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Sep 26, 2026Oktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Sep 26, 2026Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Sep 26, 2026Track Night Austin Austin, TXFrom $9Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Austin, TX (42) Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sun, Oct 25, 2026ATX Taco Challenge Austin, TXFrom $40Register Sat, Nov 21, 2026Oasis Dash Half Marathon • 5 Miler • 5K Austin, TXFrom $40Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Austin, TX (47) Austin, TXFrom $30Register Thu, Nov 26, 20262026 Steiner Ranch Turkey Trot Austin, TXFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026St. Louis Catholic School 10th Anniversary Cougar Chase 5K Run/Walk Austin, TXFrom $10Details Sun, Dec 6, 2026Austin Jingle Bell 5K Austin, TXFrom $20Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Candy Cane Course - Austin Austin, TXFrom $27Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Austin, TX (51) Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Dec 26, 2026A Merry Christmas Run 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Dec 26, 2026New Year's Run 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Jan 9, 2027New Year's Kids' Mile & Relays Austin, TXFrom $25Details Sat, Jan 16, 2027MLK Jr. Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Jan 16, 2027Sunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Jan 30, 2027Coffee Lover Run AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Jan 30, 2027Run for Donut AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sun, Jan 31, 2027Time Travel Half Marathon/5K/10K - Austin Austin, TXFrom $22Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Cupid's Chase 5K Austin Austin, TXFrom $40Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Valentine's Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Feb 13, 2027Run for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Feb 27, 2027Run Together Against Breast Cancer AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Feb 27, 2027Run For Mental Health AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Mar 6, 2027Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 - Austin Austin, TXFrom $22Details Sun, Mar 7, 2027Rodeo Stampede - Austin Austin, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 20, 2027Race to Cure Sarcoma Austin Austin, TXFrom $10Details Sat, Mar 20, 2027Sunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Mar 20, 2027St. Paddy's Day Lucky Run 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Mar 27, 2027Always Hope Easter Run AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Mar 27, 2027SuperHeroes Run AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Apr 10, 2027Run for Bagels 5K/10K/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sun, Apr 18, 2027DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Austin Austin, TXFrom $22Details Sun, Apr 18, 2027Running through the Decades Half Marathon - Austin Austin, TXFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 24, 2027Coffee Lover Run AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, Apr 24, 2027Run for Donut AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, May 8, 2027Run for Chocolate 5k/10k/13.1 AUSTIN/ROUNDROCK Austin, TXFrom $30Register Sat, May 15, 2027Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Austin Austin, TXFrom $22Details Sat, Jun 26, 2027Treat Trot Austin Austin, TXFrom $22Details Sun, Jul 18, 2027Heatwave Half Marathon/5K/10K - Austin Austin, TXFrom $22Details
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 10, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Austin
How much do Austin 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from $9 to about $40, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in Austin?
5 of the 43 5K races in Austin 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 Austin 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 10 5K races in Austin 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 Austin?
Browse Austin run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail 5K races near Austin?
Yes, one race around Austin gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.