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Running Raptors
Charlotte, North Carolina
Fun, inclusive beer run club perfect for social Charlotte runners seeking short, trainer-led runs with post-beer vibes.
About This Club
Running Raptors is a Tuesday night social run club in Charlotte's LoSo neighborhood, meeting at Monday Night Brewing Garden Co. It's built around short, trainer-led runs and a beer afterward, which makes it a good fit if you're after a regular short run and some company, not marathon training.
Highlights
- Beer run club
- Trainer-led
- Short inclusive distances
- Led by certified trainer
- Post-run beers
Who It Suits
This suits beginners and social runners who want a short, structured run followed by hanging out over a beer. It's not built for advanced distance runners or competitive racers looking for long mileage or race pace work, and it's worth knowing this isn't set up as a walk group, dog run, or stroller-friendly session.
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What a Run With Them Is Like
Runs are 1 to 3 miles on road, led by a certified trainer, with all paces welcome. It starts promptly at 6:35 PM, so this isn't a long-form distance session, it's a quick out-and-back or loop before everyone heads back to the brewery.
Distance1 mile, 2 miles, 3 miles
PaceAll paces welcome
TerrainRoad
Post-runBeers and fellowship at Monday Night Brewing Garden Co.
Your First Run
Get to Monday Night Brewing Garden Co. on South Tryon Street by 6:30 PM, since the run itself kicks off at 6:35 PM sharp. There's no cost and no membership to sign up for, so you can just show up.
Because a certified trainer leads the run and all paces are welcome, you don't need to worry about pace groups or getting sorted, you just run. Afterward everyone sticks around for beers at the brewery, which is an easy way to end up talking to people even if you came alone.
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Common Questions About Running Raptors
Do I need to sign up or pay before showing up?
No. There's no cost to join and no membership required, you can just arrive.
Can I bring my dog?
This isn't set up as a dog-friendly run, so it's best to leave your dog at home.
How long is the run?
Runs range from 1 to 3 miles on road, led by a certified trainer.
Is this a walking group?
No, it's a run club, all paces of running are welcome but it's not structured as a walk group.
What happens after the run?
The group heads back to Monday Night Brewing Garden Co. for beers and fellowship.
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.