Upcoming 8K / 5 Mile Races

Endurance Grid lists three hundred sixty-six 8K / 5 mile races across the US, from August 2026 to September 2027 across 44 states.

366
Races
44
States

The distance

What an 8K / 5 Mile is

An 8K / 5 Mile is a running race where athletes run about 5 miles long (8 kilometers) for time.

8K / 5 mile races are busiest in November and October, with the most in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and Virginia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many 8K / 5 Mile running races are there in the US?+
Endurance Grid's Race Calendar lists 366 upcoming 8K / 5 Mile running races across 44 states.
How far is an 8K / 5 Mile running?+
An 8K / 5 Mile is a running race where athletes run about 5 miles long (8 kilometers) for time.
Which states have the most 8K / 5 Mile running races?+
The states with the most 8K / 5 Mile running races on Endurance Grid's Race Calendar are Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Virginia, Michigan, and Maryland.