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Legion Brewing SouthPark Run Club
Charlotte, North Carolina
Casual brewery run club perfect for social, inclusive evening runs
About This Club
This is a Wednesday evening run club that meets outside Legion Brewing in SouthPark, with three route lengths on offer so beginners and regulars end up on the same night without being on the same run. It's free, there's no membership or RSVP, and the whole thing is built around showing up, running, and then having a beer at the brewery afterward.
Highlights
- Brewery-based
- Weekly consistency
- Neighborhood routes
- Free brewery access post-run
- Multiple distance options
- Inclusive pacing
Who It Suits
This suits people who want a habit-forming weekly run without pressure, especially beginners or anyone who'd rather run 1.5 miles than skip the night entirely. It's not built for competitive racers chasing pace work, and if you're an early-morning runner, a 6:15pm Wednesday start just doesn't fit your schedule.
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What a Run With Them Is Like
You pick 1.5, 3, or 5 miles before you head out, so the distance is yours to choose rather than fixed for the group. Routes stay on roads and pavement around the neighborhood, and pacing is described as all-paces, so the runs are set up to work whether you're running fast or taking walk breaks.
Because there are three distances, the group naturally splits by who's doing what, rather than everyone being expected to hold one pace for one route.
Distance1.5 miles, 3 miles, 5 miles
PaceAll paces; routes suit beginners to seasoned runners
TerrainRoads, Pavement
Post-runBeer and socializing at Legion Brewing
Your First Run
Get to Legion Brewing SouthPark, 5610 Carnegie Blvd, by 6:15-6:30pm on a Wednesday. There's no sign-up beforehand, you just show up and pick whichever of the three distances suits you that night.
If you're worried about being the slowest one there, the shortest option (1.5 miles) and the fact that walkers are explicitly welcome should take some of that pressure off. Afterward everyone heads back to the brewery for a beer, which is an easy, low-stakes way to end up talking to people even if you came alone.
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Common Questions About Legion Brewing SouthPark Run Club
Do I need to sign up in advance?
No. There's no RSVP required, you just show up outside Legion Brewing SouthPark at 6:15-6:30pm on Wednesday.
Can I bring my dog or a stroller?
No, this club isn't set up as dog-friendly or stroller-friendly based on the record.
What if I can't run the whole way?
Walkers are explicitly welcome, and the 1.5 mile route is there specifically for shorter distances or an easier night.
Is there a cost to join?
No, it's free and there's no membership required.
Does the run happen year-round?
Yes, it's a weekly Wednesday run that continues year-round.
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.