Athletics at the 1996 Summer Olympics – Women's 5000 metres

These are the official results of the Women's 5000 metres at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. There were a total of 48 competitors from 35 countries. The women's event was increased from 3000 meters in 1992 to 5000 meters in 1996 to match it with men's 5000 meters.

Heats
Qualification: First 4 in each heat (Q) and the next 3 fastest (q) qualified to the final.