The 5km is where many runners start, and where plenty of seasoned racers go to chase a sharp, fast time. Welcoming to walkers, joggers, families and first-timers, the 5km features at almost every running festival on the calendar, usually with a celebratory finish-line atmosphere and a distance that needs little training to enjoy. Across Australia you'll find 5km options at the big city marathon weekends, charity fun runs and community events in every state, year-round. It's the perfect way to dip a toe into racing, build towards a 10km, or simply enjoy a fast, social morning on the run.

Find 5km runs and fun runs across Australia below by date and state.