Group run schedule
When to Show Up
Tuesday6:30 PMSunday9:00 AM (at Middlesex Fells location)
SomervilleMassachusetts
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Davis Square Runners
Somerville, Massachusetts
Davis Square Runners is a judgment-free, social running club based in Somerville with Tuesday evening road runs from Seven Hills Park in multiple pace groups (3-4 miles and 5-6 miles) and weekend trail runs on Sundays. The club emphasizes community and inclusivity with a no-drop policy and post-run social gatherings.
About This Club
Davis Square Runners is a free, weekly social run club out of Seven Hills Park in Somerville's Davis Square neighborhood. They run Tuesday evenings and Sunday mornings, split into pace groups, and hold a no-drop policy - meaning nobody gets left behind mid-route. If you want a consistent group to run with in the Somerville, Medford, Arlington, or Cambridge area, this is a concrete option.
Highlights
- No-drop policy with periodic regroups
- Multiple pace options per run
- Post-run social gatherings
- Welcoming and inclusive environment
- LGBTQIA+ friendly
Who It Suits
This club works well for runners who can maintain a continuous running pace - they say walkers and run/walk intervals are not part of how these runs are structured, especially on the trail. If you're newer and running continuously at a 10-12:30 min/mile pace on Tuesdays, the short/slow group is a real on-ramp; if you need walk breaks to get through a run right now, you'll want to build that base before coming out.
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What a Run With Them Is Like
Tuesday evenings at 6:30 PM start at Seven Hills Park on Buena Vista Rd, with two options: a shorter 3-4 mile run at a 10-12:30 min/mile pace, or an intermediate 5-6 mile run at a minimum 10 min/mile.
Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM are trail runs at Middlesex Fells, also 5-6 miles, on actual trail terrain - think roots, uneven ground, and bugs in season. The no-drop policy means the group regroups periodically so faster runners circle back rather than disappearing ahead of you.
Distance3-4 miles (short/slow Tuesday run), 5-6 miles (intermediate Tuesday run), 5-6 miles (Sunday trail run)
PaceShort/slow Tuesday run: 10-12:30 min/mile. Intermediate Tuesday run and most road runs: minimum 10 min/mile pace. Sunday trail runs: minimum 10-11 min/mile on roads with ability to continuously run between regroups.
TerrainRoad (Somerville, Medford, Arlington, Cambridge), Trail (Middlesex Fells, Harold Parker State Forest)
Post-runTuesday nights: food and drinks after the run at Dragon Pizza; all participants welcome.
Your First Run
Before you show up, fill out their participant waiver form - get that done ahead of time so you're not scrambling on the sidewalk before the run. Head to Seven Hills Park on Buena Vista Rd for Tuesday runs and meet at the Middlesex Fells location for Sundays.
When you arrive, you'll have a genuine choice between pace groups on Tuesdays, so you're not locked into one speed. After Tuesday's run, the group heads to Dragon Pizza - that's where you'll actually get to know people, and everyone is welcome.
Something to train for
Upcoming Races in Somerville
2 upcoming races in Somerville. Having one on the calendar is the easiest way to turn a few group runs into a habit.
Thu, Nov 26, 202630th Annual Gobble Gobble Gobble Somerville, MAFrom $40Details Sun, Dec 13, 2026Bill Rodgers Somerville Jingle Bell Run & Walk Somerville, MAFrom $35Details
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Common Questions About Davis Square Runners
Do I have to pay or sign up to join?
No membership fee and no sign-up required to show up. It's free to run with them. They do ask for voluntary donations roughly once a year, but that's it.
What do I need to bring for a Tuesday night run in winter?
A headlamp or light-up vest - it's mandatory during fall, winter, and early spring when it gets dark early. Don't skip this; they require it, not just suggest it.
What should I bring to a Sunday trail run?
Water and snacks, plus bug repellent. Ticks and mosquitoes are a real factor at Middlesex Fells, so treat it seriously and check yourself after.
Can I bring my dog or run with a stroller?
Neither dogs nor strollers are part of these runs.
What if I'm slower than the rest of the group?
The no-drop policy means the group regroups periodically rather than leaving slower runners to finish alone. On Tuesdays, the short/slow group runs 10-12:30 min/mile, so pick the group that matches where you actually are right now.
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 July 2026.