Group run schedule
When to Show Up
Mondays6:00pmSundays8:30am (beginner monthly)
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Lake Sammamish Run Club
Seattle, Washington
Welcoming Eastside social hub for casual group runs
About This Club
Lake Sammamish Run Club is a free, no-membership social running club on Seattle's Eastside, meeting in Redmond. It's been running since 2020 and is built around weekly group runs rather than training plans, so it suits people who want company on a run more than a coach.
Highlights
- Monthly route rotation
- Beginner-friendly monthly run
- Field trip Sundays
- Free runs
- Inclusive community
- Varied routes
Who It Suits
This fits beginners, walkers, and Eastside residents who want a free, low-pressure weekly run with people around afterward for coffee on Sundays. It's not built for competitive racers looking for pace groups or splits, and the terrain mix of paved and gravel paths won't satisfy someone specifically chasing trail runs.
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What a Run With Them Is Like
Routes rotate monthly and cover 3 or 6 miles on a mix of paved and gravel ground, with both flat and hilly options depending on the route that month. There's no specified pace, walkers are welcome, and the club describes itself as all abilities, so the group isn't structured around a single speed. Sundays include a beginner-focused monthly run at 8:30am, separate from the regular Monday evening run.
Distance3 miles, 6 miles
PaceAll abilities welcome; no specified paces
TerrainPaved, Gravel, Flat, Hilly
Post-runCoffee after Sunday runs
Your First Run
Head to Redmond Downtown Park and look for the group near the bathrooms and amphitheater. For Monday runs, aim to arrive by 5:55pm since that's when intros happen before the 6:00pm start.
Check the Weekly Runs tab ahead of time so you know the route and where to park, since the club specifies free lots. Because it's an all-abilities group with no set pace and walkers welcome, you're not going to be the odd one out for going slower or taking a walk break.
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Upcoming Races in Seattle
66 upcoming races in Seattle. Having one on the calendar is the easiest way to turn a few group runs into a habit.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Run Like a Viking Virtual Challenge 5K/10K/Half Marathon Seattle, WAFrom $45Details Sun, Aug 9, 202617th Lake Union 10K Run/Walk Seattle, WAFrom $78Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026One Step Closer Seattle, WAFrom $75Details
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Common Questions About Lake Sammamish Run Club
Do I need to sign up or pay before showing up?
No. The club is free and doesn't require membership, so you can just show up to a run.
Can I bring my dog or a stroller?
No, the club is not set up as dog-friendly or stroller-friendly.
What happens after the run?
Sundays include coffee after the run. Monday evening runs don't have a listed social component beyond the run itself.
Does the route change every week?
Routes rotate on a monthly basis rather than weekly, so the same route repeats for a stretch before changing. Check the Weekly Runs tab to confirm the current one.
Do they still run in winter or in the dark?
Yes, they run October through March with adjustments made for darker evenings, and there's also a field trip run on the first Sunday of each month.
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.