Group run schedule
When to Show Up
Monday/Thursday7:30pmSaturday7am
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Ampersand Running Club
Dallas, Texas
Casual social hub for DFW runners seeking free, friendly group runs with coffee.
About This Club
Ampersand Running Club is a free, non-profit social running group that meets at Ampersand Coffee in Fort Worth three times a week. There's no membership, no signup, and the pace range is described as all paces, inclusive, which makes it a fit for beginners and people who want to run without pressure. They also put on an annual themed event, the Gold Rush race on Trinity Trails.
Highlights
- Hosted at coffee shop
- Non-profit
- Annual themed race
- Free runs
- Post-run coffee
- Annual race discounts
Who It Suits
This suits beginners and people who want a free, social run with coffee at the end, since that's the stated focus. It's not built for competitive racers or trail specialists looking for technical terrain, and it's not set up for strollers or dogs, so if that's your situation, it's worth planning around.
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What a Run With Them Is Like
Runs go out at 3, 5, or 8 miles, so you pick the distance that fits your day, on a mix of roads and trails. The pace is described as inclusive of all paces, and walkers are explicitly welcome, so walk breaks aren't something you need to apologize for. Everyone regroups back at Ampersand Coffee afterward.
Distance3 miles, 5 miles, 8 miles
PaceAll paces, inclusive
TerrainRoads, Trails
Post-runCoffee at Ampersand
Your First Run
Show up at Ampersand Coffee, 3009 Bledsoe St in Fort Worth, ahead of the run time (Mon/Thu 7:30pm or Sat 7am) for coffee beforehand. No signup and no membership are needed, you just show up. Check their Instagram beforehand in case anything's changed for that day. Since the group states all paces and walkers are welcome, going alone or being slower than you'd like isn't something this club is set up to make awkward.
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Upcoming Races in Dallas
37 upcoming races in Dallas. Having one on the calendar is the easiest way to turn a few group runs into a habit.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026DRC's 3 x 2 Relay Dallas, TXFrom $20Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Heatwave Half Marathon - Dallas Dallas, TXFrom $22Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Peticolas Running Club Social Run/Walk - August Dallas, TXFrom $35Details
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Common Questions About Ampersand Running Club
Do I have to join or pay anything?
No. It's free and there's no membership required, you just show up to a run.
Can I bring my dog or a jogging stroller?
No, per the club's own info it's not dog friendly or stroller friendly.
How far are the runs?
Routes are offered at 3, 5, or 8 miles, so you can choose based on how far you want to go that day.
What happens after the run?
The group heads back to Ampersand Coffee for coffee together, that's the built-in social part of every run.
Is it okay if I need to walk during the run?
Yes, walkers are explicitly welcome and the pace is described as all paces, inclusive.
Where this comes from: Club details come from each club’s own channels (their site, Meetup, Strava and social posts) and are checked by hand. Group runs move, so confirm the meeting spot on the club’s latest post before you head out. Last updated April 2026.