Relocating to DFW

Dallas is home to a wide variety of running clubs that cater to every pace, goal, and style, from social weekend runs with post-run drinks to structured training programs and community-focused groups. Whether you’re looking to boost your fitness, meet fellow runners, or give back while hitting the pavement, there’s a club in DFW ready to welcome you! 

Updated October 2025

214 Run Club

Named after the beloved Dallas area code, the 214 Run Club, founded in 2024, brings together runners of all levels to support, challenge, and inspire one another. The club hosts free weekly Saturday morning runs near the Katy Trail, with 7:30am sessions for distance runners clocking 8 miles and 8:30am runs for those tackling 3 to 5 miles. Afterward, members often gather at Berkley’s off Knox for coffee, socializing, and savoring that post-run high!

Meeting Date: Saturdays at 7:30am & 8:30am

Location: 4825 Cole Ave

Ampersand Running Club

This Fort Worth community has grown into quite the thriving social run club, and all you have to do is show up - no membership or fees required! It's built around inclusivity, social connection, and an environment that welcomes runners of all levels. Make sure to join their Facebook page and follow on Instagram for all the latest updates! 

Meeting Date: Mondays & Thursdays at 6:30pm, Saturdays at 7am

Location: Ampersand Fort Worth

Braindead Running Club

Every Monday evening, this free run club meets up at Westlake Brewing in Deep Ellum, conquering a casual 3–5 mile run to Old East Dallas, Klyde Warren Park, or even Katy Trail, and is open to all paces and fitness levels. After the run, everyone sticks around to enjoy a pint and good conversation, making it less about competition and more about community!

Meeting Date: Mondays

Location: Westlake Brewing Company

Dallas Running Club 

The DRC was founded in 1969, and still stands as one of the city’s largest and most inclusive running communities! Membership offers access to group runs, training programs, and discounted or free races, all focused on promoting fitness and a strong local running community in the metroplex. If you are looking to train for a 5K, 10K, 13.1-mile, or 26-mile race, their spring and fall training programs are the perfect start. Make sure to check out their website for more details!

Location & Meeting Dates: Vary by training group

Fort Worth Runners Club

The Fort Worth Runners Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the local fitness community, where membership costs only $20 annually for individuals or $25 for families. This includes perks like discounted race fees, access to a members-only Facebook group, participation in their monthly race series, and discounts at local running retailers. Visit their website for more details and get ready to meet your bff running buddies!

Location & Races: Vary per month 

Katy Trail Run

Katy Trail Run is a Dallas-based running collective and social club where runners move, mingle, and build connections on the shared love of running. Memberships range from $50 per month to elite plans over $400 that include one-on-one personal coaching for those of you serious athletes out there! With weekly group runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, plus weekend brunch runs, it blends perfectly fitness and fun in the heart of our city!

Meeting Date: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays

Location: Varies, typically near the Katy Trail

Pint Striders

Looking to hit the trails and streets while also enjoying a post-run beer? Pint Striders is a free Dallas running group that meets every Thursday at 6:30 PM at Bar W near Uptown for a  3 to 6 mile run, finishing with a local craft beer to celebrate and build community. Check their Facebook page for weekly updates and events!

Meeting Date: Thursdays 

Location: Bar W

Oak Cliff Run Crew

If you’re looking for a free social run group with some great city views to keep you motivated while you track your miles, OCRC is the perfect community to join! Their Thursday social runs cover 2 to 3.2 miles, a quick weekday boost, while Sunday runs offer 5 to 15 miles for those of you training for a race or just looking to add extra mileage to your week. Beyond the miles, this supportive group makes it easy to meet fellow runners and enjoy the city while staying active!

Meeting Date: Thursdays at 7pm and Sundays at 7am 

Location: 1406 N Zang

Run It Up Dallas

Run It Up Dallas is a vibrant running community founded by Theo Murdaugh, who encouraged blending fitness with cultural celebration, inclusivity, and community impact! The club offers free weekday and weekend runs at multiple locations, with a very active Instagram page featuring monthly run calendars, making it easy to join anytime, no matter your fitness level. This club is also connected to the Run It Up Foundation, which promotes cardiovascular health, mental wellness, and financial literacy in underserved communities - talk about a group that goes beyond running to make a real impact on both fitness and the community! 

Locations & Meeting Dates: Vary by month

Train Pegasus

This Dallas-based running community combines structured training with an inclusive, social atmosphere that offers free group runs and optional personalized coaching, welcoming runners of all levels to stay active. With multiple runs each week from early morning sessions to weekend social miles, there’s something for every pace and schedule. Check out their website for weekly times, routes, and locations to find the run that fits you best!

Meeting Date: Monday through Sunday

Location: Varies weekly 

ZFT Run Club

ZFT Run Club Dallas is a community-focused running group founded in 2020 with a motto that started it all, “Running With A Purpose.” They host free meetups on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays in multiple locations across the metroplex, and welcome runners, joggers, and walkers of all levels. Check out their Instagram page for the monthly calendar of runs and just show up - no registration required!

Meeting Date: Sundays, Wednesdays, Saturdays

Location: Varies by date

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