Run Clubs in United States

Discover 166 social run clubs across 36 cities in United States. Free, social, all levels welcome.

166
Clubs
36
Cities
Updated MAY 2026

Cities in United States

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Koreatown Run Club (KRC)

Koreatown Run Club (KRC)

Los Angeles, United States

A large, influential running crew based in LA’s Koreatown, started in 2016 by Mike Pak and Duy Nguyen to bring the community together through running. KRC is known for its energetic, culture-infused vibe – they host runs 3–4 times a week: “Monday Night Blocks” (7 PM) offering 3 or 5 mile routes through K-town, Wednesday night track sessions (7:45 PM at LACC), Thursday 8 PM runs from the local burger joint Love Hour (with burgers and drinks after), and rotating Saturday morning long runs. All paces are truly welcome (the club’s motto: “everyone is welcome – just show up") and routes often split into 3 vs 5 mile options to accommodate levels. KRC’s runs are free and often attract 50+ runners, combining serious training (intervals, marathon prep) with a fun, social atmosphere celebrating Korean-American culture and community.

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Brickell Run Club

Brickell Run Club

Miami, United States

Brickell Run Club is a large, free weekly community run in Miami’s Brickell neighborhood. It is powered by Baptist Health and Nike and is known for being inclusive, with all paces and experience levels welcome. The club focuses on community, social connection, and scenic urban routes rather than competition, and it runs rain or shine.

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Upper West Side Run Club

Upper West Side Run Club

New York, United States

A neighborhood-based running club on Manhattan’s Upper West Side that prides itself on an inclusive, supportive community. They host three runs a week – Tuesday 7am, Thursday 6:30pm, and Sunday 10am – often ending with social gatherings like coffee on Sunday mornings or beers after the Thursday evening run. All levels are welcome, from walkers to speedy runners, and the club emphasizes the joy of running and making friends over competition. Typical routes are 5–8 km through Central Park or Riverside Park. The club is free to join and is one of the largest social run groups in the area, known for its friendly vibe and “something for everyone” approach.

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Labyrinth Run Club

Labyrinth Run Club

Los Angeles, United States

Labyrinth Run Club LA offers a deeply rooted connection to nature, spirituality, and community—set against the backdrop of L.A.’s sprawling Griffith Park. Meeting every Saturday at 6:45 AM (gathering at Franklin Café, run begins around 7:00 AM), the club invites runners and walkers to embark on mindful ~3- to 5 km trail runs through the labyrinthine paths of the park. The group emphasizes presence, transformation, and inner connection, weaving physical movement into a ceremony-like experience that transcends the typical running club format. Labyrinth Run Club is less about speed and more about spiritual exploration and communal rhythm in the embrace of nature.

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Blacklist LA

Blacklist LA

Los Angeles, United States

A nonprofit run organization fusing urban art and running. Founded in 2013, Blacklist LA is famous for its Monday night “Art Runs,” ~3–4 mile community runs that explore Los Angeles murals and street art. Hundreds of runners (all paces) gather weekly at 9 PM to run through different neighborhoods – the group stops at a featured mural, where run leaders share info about the artwork before a big group photo. Beyond Art Runs, Blacklist hosts Wednesday track workouts, Friday morning “Morning Miles,” and Sunday coffee runs, engaging over 10,000 Angelenos annually. The vibe is inclusive and lively – they literally run with speakers to create a moving party, and everyone is invited. It’s free to join and all about community and city pride.

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Village Run Club NYC

Village Run Club NYC

New York, United States

Village Run Club NYC is a Greenwich Village–based, inclusive running community that hosts Friday morning miles and destination endurance runs. The club emphasizes inclusivity — runners of all paces and backgrounds are welcome — and encourages members to connect via its Strava club and Instagram for routes and updates. Philosophy summarized as “run together, celebrate together, grow together.”

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Founders Running Club

Founders Running Club

San Francisco, United States

Founders Running Club (FRC) is a global, founder-focused community that brings together founders, investors, operators and creators for weekly social runs and networking. Launched in San Francisco in July 2022, FRC now runs in 50+ cities with 45,000+ members. Runs are casual and inclusive — conversational pace with pace groups, options for 5K/10K or a walking group, and coffee/brunch after for informal networking. Events are free, pet-friendly, and open to guests.

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No More Lonely Runs (NMLR)

No More Lonely Runs (NMLR)

New York, United States

A women-led social run club launched in 2023 to make running in NYC a more communal experience. NMLR meets every Saturday morning (8 AM in summer, 9 AM in winter) for a group run (~3–6 miles) alternating between Central Park and the West Side Highway. Runs are followed by coffee, bagels, and plenty of conversation – the club’s origin was a post-run coffee where members said “same time next week?”. All paces and levels are welcome (some run 3 miles, others 6). The focus is on friendship, consistency, and making running less lonely. They also hold Wednesday 6:30 PM speed workouts open to all levels. Expect a supportive, upbeat vibe where newcomers quickly feel at home.

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7onSundays

7onSundays

Chicago, United States

7 on Sundays is a vibrant, community-rooted Black run club based in Bronzeville on Chicago’s South Side. Founded in 2018 by Nike colleagues Ian Gonzalez, Aaron Ingram, and Craig Taylor, they gather every Sunday at 7 AM for a seven-mile “Sunday Service” run, symbolizing both the time and their cultural heritage. What began as a simple commitment to running in their own neighborhood has grown into a spirited crew with 50+ members, united by the motto “No Pace, Just Vibes.” The group is known for its inclusivity, community visibility, and ease in breaking down barriers in Chicago’s running scene, welcoming runners of all backgrounds.

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West Town Brew Crew

West Town Brew Crew

Chicago, United States

An informal morning run crew that doubles as a coffee club. West Town Brew Crew meets every Friday at 6:30 AM at a rotating local coffee shop in Chicago’s West Town neighborhood. The run is an easy-paced 5 km (about 3.1 miles) – nobody is racing, since the goal is to shake off the “Sunday scaries” (their joke) and ease into Friday with friends. In fact, each week one member theatrically tears off a pair of snap-off pants to signal the start of the run (a fun tradition). After the ~30 minute run, the crew rewards themselves with coffee (or sometimes a patio beer when weather permits) at the meetup café. The vibe is ultra-casual and welcoming – perfect for beginners or anyone who wants a social jog before work.

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Venados Running Club

Venados Running Club

Chicago, United States

A long-running Pilsen-based run club (est. 1981) that prides itself on being family-friendly and fun. Venados (“deer” in Spanish) meets every Wednesday at 7:00 PM, usually starting and ending at Monochrome Brewing in Pilsen. They run ~3 to 5 miles through the neighborhood, then stick around the brewery for beers and social time. All paces are welcome – pace groups typically range from ~8 min/mile to 12+ min/mile. The club has a casual, welcoming vibe with many Latino members and a focus on community. Their motto is literally “on the run since ’81,” and they’ve helped generations of runners in the Pilsen community. Expect a solid run followed by plenty of cervezas and camaraderie.

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Almost Friday Run Club

Almost Friday Run Club

New York, United States

Almost Friday Run Club is a community-based running group created to bring people together for an energizing start to the day. Meeting every Thursday morning at 7:00 AM across major U.S. cities including New York City, Boston, San Francisco, and Washington, DC, the club blends the discipline of running with the fun of a weekly social ritual. The runs are open to all levels, offering accessible routes that emphasize participation over competition. With a welcoming and casual atmosphere, Almost Friday Run Club has quickly grown into a space where runners can connect, stay consistent, and celebrate progress together. Beyond the pavement, the community thrives on Instagram and Strava, where members share highlights, track achievements, and engage with the “Club Records” board that showcases race performances.

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Run & Chug Run Club

Run & Chug Run Club

New York, United States

A social run club that meets every Wednesday at 7:00 pm at rotating bars in NYC. Runners of all paces do a ~4-mile (6.4 km) group run and then reunite at the bar for post-run drinks and socializing. The emphasis is on fun and community rather than speed – a bag drop is provided, and routes are casual out-and-back loops. All running levels are welcome, and participants often modify distance as needed. It’s a free, volunteer-led club whose motto is essentially “we run, then we chug.” Expect a laid-back atmosphere focused on making friends and enjoying a weekly beer after some miles.

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Social Striders Running Club

Social Striders Running Club

New York, United States

A social running community in New York that brings people from all walks of life together through regular group runs, social events and volunteer activities. Runs are casual and inclusive (all paces welcome), with an emphasis on conversation, post-run coffee/food and community-building. Membership is free and attendance is open and casual.

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3RUN2 (Three Run Two)

Chicago, United States

One of Chicago’s largest and most influential run crews, 3RUN2 (pronounced “Three Run Two”) is a free community running club founded in 2013. Based in the Logan Square/Humboldt Park area, it brings together runners of all paces for multiple weekly group runs. Regular meetups include Tuesday 7:00 PM and Thursday 6:30 PM runs (with multiple distance routes, usually 3–6 miles), often ending at a local bar or café for social time. They also host Saturday morning long runs during marathon season. The vibe is urban, inclusive, and hype – music and post-run parties are common. 3RUN2’s motto is about community over competition, and it has become a model for other Chicago crews by showing that running can be a lifestyle and social outlet, not just a workout.

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The Most Informal Running Club, Ever!

The Most Informal Running Club, Ever!

New York, United States

A judgment-free, community-focused running club that combines running with socialising (brunches, beers, themed runs). Membership is free for life and all paces are welcome — from walkers and beginner runners to faster athletes. The club emphasizes inclusivity, casual vibes, and post-run hangouts; they also run occasional themed events, beginner series, and virtual challenges.

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Run for Grace

Run for Grace

Los Angeles, United States

Run for Grace Running Club, founded by Anthony and Jen Bailey, is a welcoming, community-focused group in Lancaster, California, built around the mission of supporting mental health through running. Every Tuesday evening at 7:00 PM, participants meet in front of the Lucky Luke Brewpub and set off at 7:15 PM for a lighthearted 3-mile (≈ 4.8 km) run or walk. All fitness levels are encouraged to join—runners are even asked to bring "party lights" like vests or headlamps to add a fun, welcoming flair to the evening. After the run, participants are invited to relax over food or drinks at Lucky Luke, with a 10% discount offered to all club members. The club centers on camaraderie, mental wellness, and giving back, inviting everyone to “Run Strong, Give Grace.”

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Dirty Bird Run Club

Dirty Bird Run Club

New York, United States

Dirty Bird Run Club is a New York-based running club established in 2023 that emphasizes running without performance pressure. Its identity centers on resetting the run, welcoming trail and road runners, and keeping the atmosphere social and community-driven while still offering structured weekly sessions.

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LISTA // Echo Park 𖤍

LISTA // Echo Park 𖤍

Los Angeles, United States

A women-centered social running community powered by lululemon. The club brands itself as #LISTAGurlz and emphasizes authentic movement, welcoming all paces and building a community-focused run culture around Echo Park.

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Angel City Run Club

Angel City Run Club

Los Angeles, United States

A community-powered running and fitness club in Los Angeles that emphasizes fun, community, and inclusive fitness. The club blends social energy with regular weekday runs, including a trail run on Wednesdays and a road/coffee run on Fridays.

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