North Brooklyn Runners

North Brooklyn Runners runs nearly 20 times a week out of McCarren Park in Williamsburg, and your crew is already out there waiting.

Quick take

This is a free community run club with something on the schedule almost every day, from easy shakeouts to track workouts to long runs that stretch into double digits. Show up once and you will see why runners keep coming back.

Best for

• Runners at any level, from first-timers to competitive athletes
• Anyone who wants structured variety: easy runs, tempos, track, and long runs
• Runners looking for a real crew, not just a route
• People who want to volunteer and get involved beyond the miles
• Those drawn to free runs with no membership required

When and where

• Runs happen Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
• Almost daily, with nearly 20 runs per week on the schedule
• Morning runs typically go 6 to 7am; evening runs start around 7pm
• Example: Wednesday beginner run at 7pm, Saturday long run at 7am
• Primary location is McCarren Park Track, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, 11222

Details

• Terrain: road and track
• Distance options range from 2 to 3 miles up to 10 to 22 miles for long runs
• Mid-range options include 3 to 4 miles, 4 to 6 miles, 4 to 7 miles, and 4 to 8 miles
• All paces are covered: beginners run 11 plus minutes per mile, easy comfortable paces for most runs, tempo workouts for those pushing harder
• A competitive LC team exists for runners hitting age-graded 70 percent or specific qualifying times
• No strollers and no dogs at runs
• Walkers are not the target audience here, runs are run-focused
• Located at McCarren Park Track in the 11222 zip code in Williamsburg

Why runners like it

• The sheer volume of weekly runs means you can build a full training week around one club
• Themed runs like coffee runs, bagel runs, and ice cream runs turn the miles into something worth showing up for
• Community events and volunteering give runners a way to connect that goes beyond the track

First visit

• No membership required and no registration fee, it is completely free
• No need to sign up in advance, just grab your shoes and show up
• Head to McCarren Park Track in Williamsburg to find the group
• Check the schedule at northbrooklynrunners.org before your first visit to pick the right run for your pace and distance
• Beginners are welcome on designated beginner runs, so check which session fits your level

Good to know

North Brooklyn Runners also offers educational programming and team building events, so there is more going on here than just weekly miles.