Lakeview Run Club

Every Tuesday evening in Lakeview East, runners of all speeds meet at the Lakefront Trail, log a few easy miles together, and then head to a local bar to keep the good times going. That’s the Lakeview Run Club RunSesh.

Quick take

A free, no-pressure weekly run along one of Chicago’s best stretches of trail, followed by post-run drinks with your crew. Show up, run your pace, stay for the social.

Best for

• Runners who want community alongside their miles
• All paces, including power walkers and those running 13-minute miles
• Anyone looking for a consistent weekly social run
• Runners new to Chicago’s Lakeview East neighborhood
• People who want free runs with zero membership requirements

When and where

• Day: Every Tuesday
• Time: 6:30 PM
• Frequency: Weekly
• Location: Lakefront Trail, Lakeview East, Chicago
• Neighborhood zip: 60657

Details

• Distance: 3 to 4 miles per run
• Terrain: Pavement and lakefront trail
• Pace range: All paces welcome, from 6-minute milers to 13-minute milers and power walkers
• Cost: Free to join and free to run
• Membership required: No
• Post-run social: Yes, at a local bar after each run
• Stroller friendly: Yes

Why runners like it

• The Lakefront Trail gives you a solid run with great scenery and smooth pavement every week
• Runners who show up say the post-run bar stop is where the real community gets built
• No pace pressure means you run your run, then connect with people who just did the same thing

First visit

• The run is free and no registration is needed, just show up at the Lakefront Trail on a Tuesday at 6:30 PM
• Bring whatever pace you have, 6-minute miles and power walking both belong here
• Plan to stay after for the social at a local bar, that’s where you’ll meet your people
• Follow @lakeviewrunclub on Instagram for any updates before your first visit

Good to know

Instagram is the best place to stay current on meetup details and any schedule changes before you lace up and head out.