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Upcoming 5K races near Tampa
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4JUL
Run · road · 5K
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Holiday, FL (27)
Holiday · 42 km away
4JUL
Run · road · 5K
Red, White & Brew 5k
LAKELAND · 50 km away
4JUL
Run · road · 5K
Lutz Independence Day 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run
Lutz · 24 km away
JUL 8
11JUL
Run · road · 5K
Eagle 5K, & 10K at Tarpon Springs, FL (28)
Tarpon Springs · 40 km away
11JUL
Run · road · 5K
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Largo, FL (28)
Largo · 30 km away
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18JUL
Run · road · 5K
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Hudson, FL (29)
Hudson · 50 km away
18JUL
Run · road · 5K
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (29)
Bradenton · 51 km away
19JUL
Run · road · 5K
Heatwave Half Marathon - Tampa
Tampa · 36 km away
25JUL
Run · road · 5K
Freakin' Hot 5K
Clearwater · 34 km away
25JUL
Run · road · 5K
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Largo, FL (30)
Largo · 30 km away
25JUL
Run · road · 5K
SeaMonkey Christmas in July 5K
Bradenton · 55 km away
AUG 10
1AUG
Run · road · 5K
District 9 Dash - StayRun5K
Tampa
1AUG
Run · road · 5K
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Holiday, FL (31)
Holiday · 42 km away
8AUG
Run · road · 5K
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Largo, FL (32)
Largo · 30 km away
8AUG
Run · road · 5K
3rd Annual Seahawks 5k Run
Land O Lakes · 28 km away
8AUG
Run · road · 5K
Ninja 5K, & 10K at Tarpon Springs, FL (32)
Tarpon Springs · 40 km away
15AUG
Run · road · 5K
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Hudson, FL (33)
Hudson · 50 km away
15AUG
Run · road · 5K
Run for PB& J 5K/10K/13.1 MIAMI
Key Biscayne · 1 km away
15AUG
Run · road · 5K
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bradenton, FL (33)
Bradenton · 51 km away
22AUG
Run · road · 5K
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Largo, FL (34)
Largo · 30 km away
29AUG
Run · road · 5K
Cupcake Crawl
Tampa · 6 km away
SEP 10
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
Leading Edge Take Heart 10K/5K
Lakeland · 51 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
Centerstone's 24th Annual Life;Story 5K/10K Run/Walk for Suicide Prevention - Florida
Sarasota · 65 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
PB&J Run 2026
St. Petersburg · 27 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
Vitiligo Awareness Walk
Tampa · 1 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
2026 Northwest Series - Day 1 (OR)
TBD · 12 km away
20SEP
Run · road · 5K
2026 Northwest Series - Day 2 (OR)
TBD · 12 km away
20SEP
Run · road · 5K
Fort De Soto Oktoberfest 15K•10K•5K
Saint Petersburg · 37 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
Best Damn Leftover 5K
Safety Harbor · 23 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 TAMPA
Bradenton · 52 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
Oktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1
Bradenton · 14 km away
Tampa · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Tampa
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
Race to Cure Sarcoma Tampa
Race to Cure Sarcoma Tampa is an annual charity race and walk held at Perry Harvey Sr. Park in Tampa, Florida. The event offers a 5K, a 1 or 2 mile walk/fun run, and virtual participation options. Separate adult and child entries are available for the shorter distance and virtual race.
The morning schedule accommodates both runners and walkers. Families, first-timers, and those connected to sarcoma can participate without needing a full race goal. The event gathers hundreds of people affected by sarcoma. The Sarcoma Foundation of America utilizes the Race to Cure Sarcoma series to raise awareness and fund research nationwide.
Tunnel to Towers Climb - Tampa, FL
The Tunnel to Towers Climb in Tampa is an indoor stair climb at Tampa City Center, starting from 201 N. Franklin Street. Instead of a road course, runners and walkers head upward: 861 steps toward the 41st floor, with the route finishing on the roof. Official timing stops on the 39th floor, and participants continue two more flights to reach the top.
The event is part of the national Tunnel to Towers Run, Walk & Climb Series, which honors Stephen Siller, an FDNY firefighter who ran through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel toward the Twin Towers and died in the World Trade Center attacks. The Tampa climb supports first responders and military members, and registration categories include adults, first responders and military, youth ages 13 to 17, and children 12 and under. Participants receive a T-shirt and race swag.
Run The Point
Run The Woods is a 5K and 8K trail race held at Timber Pointe Outdoor Center, located at 21 Timber Pointe Lane in Hudson, Illinois. Participants will run and walk on wooded trails bordering Lake Bloomington. A 1-mile hike is also available for those seeking a shorter, less strenuous route.
The race welcomes families, experienced runners, casual joggers, walkers, and children. Proceeds benefit Easterseals Central Illinois and the campers at Timber Pointe Outdoor Center, which provides adventure-based programs focused on independence and inclusion for children with developmental delays, disabilities, and other special needs. This established event, now in its third decade, concludes with awards, prizes, and a post-race breakfast.
Howl-o-ween 5k - Tampa
The Howl-o-ween 5K is a Halloween-themed 5K run/walk held at Gadsen Park in Tampa, Florida. It is designed for runners, walkers, and dogs, with the event benefiting animal shelters instead of prioritizing finish times.
The race features chip-timed bibs, live results, and official timing and scoring provided by J3 Timing, with results published by J3 Timing post-race. Registration includes a short sleeve shirt and a finisher medal, and the finish line offers treats for both participants and dogs.
Bagel Run 5K/10K/13.1
Flamingo 5K
The Flamingo 5K is a morning beach run and walk on Siesta Key Beach in Sarasota, Florida. In-person events are based at 948 Beach Road. The series includes the main 5K, a Virtual Flamingo 5K for those who want the swag without attending in person, and the Flock Cancer 1 Mile Frolick for a shorter group option.
The route stays on the beach, offering sand, Gulf views, photos, and a relaxed Southwest Florida running crowd. Seasoned runners, casual joggers, walkers, and first-timers are welcome. The event is an annual Breast Cancer Awareness fundraiser, honoring those fighting breast cancer, survivors, and those remembered by family and friends.
Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Hudson, FL (42)
The Haunted 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in Hudson, Florida, is a morning road race series offering three distances, beginning at 8:00 AM. All runners must register via RunSignup prior to race day, as there is no on-site registration. Packet pickup is available 30 minutes before the start and concludes 10 minutes before the race, located at the shelter in the Splash Pad area behind the Aquatic Center.
All three races feature a repeated out-and-back course format. The 5K completes the out-and-back loop twice, the 10K completes it four times, and the half marathon uses a longer out-and-back course six times. The event has a 3-hour and 30-minute time limit, a factor primarily for half marathon participants on the six-repeat course.
Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Bradenton, FL (42)
The Haunted 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Marathon at Heritage Harbor Park in Bradenton, Florida, offers four running distances on the same morning, all themed for Halloween. All races begin at 8:00 AM. Runners must register in advance via RunSignup and collect their packets just before the event; no registration is available on race day. The event's layout is functional and contained, with parking near the playground in the expansive lot and a six-hour time limit for all distances.
The races feature short, repeated out-and-back courses, meaning participants will traverse the same section multiple times rather than completing a single, extended loop. The 5K consists of one 3.11-mile out-and-back segment. The 10K covers this segment twice. The half marathon utilizes a 3.28-mile out-and-back course four times, and the marathon repeats this same route eight times. All finishers earn medals, and costume awards complement the Haunted theme. The event also contributes to series points for participants in the broader race series.
Behind Their Smile for 22TOOMANY
Behind Their Smile for 22TOOMANY is a morning 5K run/walk at 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle in Sarasota, Florida, starting at 8:00 AM EDT. The event raises funds for 22 Too Many, a charity dedicated to public awareness of PTS, suicide prevention, and support for families who have lost someone to suicide.
The race’s message stems from the idea that everyone has a story behind their smile. The charity remembers veterans and others lost to suicide. The event highlights the reported figure of about 22 veterans taking their own lives daily, and also notes that suicide impacts the broader U.S. adult population. The 5K entry fee is $50, positioning this as a focused run/walk for a cause, not a competition centered on course records or elite athletes.
Hernando Hustle 5K Walk & Run
The Hernando Hustle 5K Walk & Run is a 5K race held at Tom Varn Park in Brooksville, Florida. Check-in and race-day packet pickup begin at 7:00 a.m. The Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce organizes this event, which is designed for runners, walkers, joggers, teams, and families, not exclusively competitive racers.
The event features separate pricing for adults and participants under 18, along with a team registration option for groups. All participants will receive race shirts and finisher medals. Awards will be presented to the top three male finishers, top three female finishers, and the top three finishers under 18.
Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Largo, FL (43)
The Haunted 5K, 10K & Half Marathon in Largo, Florida, begins at 1800 Keene Road. All three races start in the morning. This is a US Road Running event. Advance registration is required through RunSignup only. Runners must sign up before race day and pick up their packets shortly before the start.
The 5K and 10K follow an identical out-and-back course. The 5K covers the route once, while the 10K covers it twice. The half marathon is also an out-and-back course, repeated four times. It has a 3 hour 30 minute time limit. A staff member will be stationed at the turnaround point to ensure participants are heading in the correct direction. All finishers will receive medals. Awards will be presented, and costumes are encouraged. The race also contributes to US Road Running series points.
Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Trinity Pasco, FL
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About 5K races in Tampa
Tampa Base Miles By The Bay
Tampa hosts 106 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Tampa runners keep the easy miles close to water. Bayshore Boulevard gives you water views for days and runs close to 10 miles down and back. The Riverwalk gives downtown legs a clean 5-mile out-and-back feel. Flatwoods Park gives long-run people a 7-mile loop with water stations, or a 14-mile trail loop from Morris Bridge. Run Tampa handles Saturday and Sunday mornings plus Thursday evenings in season. Run The Heights keeps Seminole Heights social with 5k routes and Sunday long runs. Gasparilla race weekend is the anchor event, and Skyway 10k, Roar Through Ybor, Richard’s Run for Life, Bolt Run, and RAP River Run fill the calendar.
Tampa riders get their base miles on flat coastal pavement first. Upper Tampa Bay Trail runs 5 km with 57 m of elevation. Causeway Trail across Tampa Bay adds 33 km with 23 m of elevation when the wind feels honest. Flatwoods Loop runs 9 km with 49 m of elevation. Wolfpackwed, TampaBayRides, Tampa Bay Cycling Meetup Group, Psyclepaths Thursday, and Critical Mass keep the group-ride scene moving. Alafia River State Park is where the steep grades and challenging trails live. The park packs 9 km with 320 m of elevation.
October through May is Tampa’s best stretch for both sports. Locals stack Z2, intervals, long runs, and gran fondo prep while the mornings feel dry and mild. Summer gives hot, humid days and frequent thunderstorms, so Run Tampa cancels when lightning shows up. Bayshore, Riverwalk, Upper Tampa Bay Trail, and Flatwoods still work, but early starts matter. Winter changes the whole rhythm because Thursday evenings return for Run Tampa from mid-October through mid-March. The riding stays mostly flat, the running feels cleaner, and the city gets busy with Gasparilla race weekend plans.