With our year-round sunshine, scenic coastlines, and tight-knit wellness community, it's no surprise that run clubs are thriving across San Diego County. From casual beer runs to sunrise trail treks, these run clubs offer a healthy mix of fitness and fun—with a strong dose of community vibes. Here's your go-to guide to some of the best social run clubs in San Diego.
General Run Clubs
San Diego Reluctant Runners (Central San Diego)
A non-competitive social running group with runners/joggers of all speeds and ability levels. Join in weekly runs (capped at 5k) followed by a food + drink social meetup.
Weekly run: Wednesdays, weekends
Meetup group: San Diego Reluctant Runners
San Diego Track Club (Various Locations)
A long-time favorite run club for racers, the San Diego Track Club offers weekly training workouts on Tuesdays and Thursdays plus focused training sessions for specific races (Rock n’ Roll Marathon, Boston Marathon, etc.).
Weekly run: Tuesdays, Thursdays
Instagram: @sandiegotrackclub
Sunday Runday Club (Various Locations)
Weekly runs on Sundays at 9am at various San Diego locations
Weekly run: Sunday
Instagram: @sundayrundayclub
We Run SD (Various Locations)
Weekly runs on Wednesdays and Sundays at various San Diego locations
Weekly run: Wednesdays pm, Sunday am
Instagram: @werun_sd
Neighborhood Run Clubs
Adams Run Club (Normal Heights)
Weekly 5k fun runs every Friday morning.
Weekly runs: Friday a.m.,
Instagram: @adamsrclub
Coastal Run Club (Encinitas)
Three weekly runs along the 101 in Cardiff + Leucadia.
Weekly runs: Wednesday p.m., Friday a.m., Sunday a.m.
Instagram: @coastal.runclub
Encinitas Run Club (Encinitas)
Weekly Tuesday 3-5 mile runs followed by a meetup at Culture Brewing, with additional Encinitas Ranch Trail runs on the last Sunday of the month.
Weekly runs: Tuesdays
Instagram: @encinitasrunclub
Milestone Running Club (North Park + PB)
Milestone’s free weekly runs on Wednesdays in North Park and Sunday in PB are beloved by locals for their inclusive, come-as-you-are energy. Run club members receive store discounts.
Weekly runs: Wednesdays + Sundays
Instagram: @milestonerunning
North Park Women's Running Group
Weekly social runs for 3-5 miles for all levels, followed by drinks and tacos.
Weekly runs: Wednesdays
Meetup group: North Park Women's Running Group
OB Run Club (Sunset Cliffs)
Group 4 and 6 mile runs along the stunning Sunset Cliffs (meet at Saratoga Ave)
Weekly runs: Tuesdays pm, Thursdays am
Instagram: @obrunclub
Old Town Run Club
Saturday 5k run meetups followed by social hangs.
Weekly runs: Saturday am
Instagram: @oldtownrc
PB Run Club (Bonita Cove)
“A social club that likes to run.” This neighborhood fitness club meets for weekly 5k runs at Bonita Cove followed by post-run social hours, plus pickleball tournaments, fitness fests, and other social gatherings.
Weekly runs: Wednesdays pm, Saturdays am
Instagram: @pbrunclub
Run North County
One of the most organized running club groups in San Diego, Run North County offers 1-2 runs every day at various North County locations including Carmel Valley, Carlsbad, Encinitas, San Marcos, Solana Beach, and Vista.
Run distances range from 2-8 miles plus additional trail runs and longer distance training runs. Perfect for those just starting out or want to connect with a community.
Multiple runs weekly
Instagram: @run_north_county/
Affinity-Based Run Clubs
Looking for a space where you can show up as your full self? San Diego is home to a variety of affinity-based running crews focused on representation, empowerment, and shared experiences.
Black Girls Run San Diego
A community to inspire ALL women, especially Black women to be healthy & active.
Facebook group: Black Girls Run San Diego
Black Men Run SD
Group runs on Saturdays and local race meetups.
Weekly runs: Saturdays
Instagram: @blackmenrunsd
Frontrunners + Walkers SD
This LGBTQ+ running club meets weekly for walks + runs in Balboa Park, plus a North County group that meets on Saturdays at MaGee Park in Carlsbad.
Weekly runs: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays
Instagram: @f_r_w_s_d
LEZ Run SD
This lesbian led all-inclusive run club meets every Thursday at Thorn Brewing in North Park for a 3 mile run or 1.75 mile walk. All paces, people and pups welcome.
Weekly runs: Thursdays
Instagram: @lezrunsd
Santa Mujeres Running Club
A running club and safe space for BIWoC to grow and get active together, with weekly 1 mile and 5k runs on Thursdays at Balboa Park. Additional weekend 5k meetups and hill climb runs at other central San Diego locations.
Weekly runs: Thursdays + pop-up meetups
Instagram: @santamujeresrc
Rock It Run Club for Kids (Chula Vista)
Kids empowerment and running club sessions using games and drills to build strength, teach resilience, & develop character. Also offering a Parent + Me run club session. Must register for each class session.
Weekly runs: Various days
Instagram: @rockitrunclub
SD Girls Run Club (Imperial Beach)
Weekly run meetups on Mondays at Imperial Beach Pier, plus meetups and partner discounts for local 5K/10K races.
Weekly runs: Mondays
Instagram: @sdgirlsrun
Trail + Distance Runs
EARTHBOUND Trail Running
A mindful trail running experience with long runs + night trail runs at various San Diego County locations each month.
Weekly runs: Saturdays
Instagram: @earthbound.trail
Long Run Sunday SD
Looking to train for a half-marathon, marathon or ultra marathon? Get together for a weekly distance run at various San Diego locations. Includes race preview routes for SD’s most popular races.
Weekly runs: Sundays
Instagram: @longrunsundaysd
San Diego Trail Runners
Three weekly runs at Mission Trails Regional Park.
Weekly runs: Mondays pm, Wednesdays am, Thursdays am
Instagram: @sdtrailrunners
Trailblazers - North County
Weekly trail 3-6 mile run at San Elijo Lagoon
Weekly runs: Saturdays am
Meetup group: Encinitas Trail Run
UltraBuds Run Club
This run club affectionately calls themselves “a collaboration of ultra runners, trail runners and mountain runners with a hops and grapes issue.”
Weekly runs: Saturdays, Sundays
Instagram: @ultrabuds
Urban Trail Runners SD
Group runs on Wednesdays at Morley Field (North Park) and additional monthly runs at other San Diego locations.
Weekly runs: Wednesdays
Instagram: @sdtrailrunners
Beer Run Clubs
If your ideal cooldown involves a cold one, you’ll love these brew-based run clubs.
Mikkeller Running Club
Group runs on Wednesdays in East Village and Saturdays (various locations).
Weekly runs: Wednesdays, Saturdays
Facebook group: @mrcsandiego
Seek Beer Run Club (North Park)
Weekly 5k / 10k run meetups on Mondays.
Weekly runs: Mondays
Instagram: @seekbeer_runclub
Waterfront Social Run Club (Shelter Island)
Sunset social runs on Shelter Island each Thursday, with post-run brews at Eppig Brewing.
Weekly runs: Thursdays
Instagram: @waterfrontsocialrunclub
Tips for Joining a Run Club
- Show up solo—it’s normal! These clubs are built for community and you’ll be welcomed in no time.
- Check Instagram day-of for route updates, cancellations, or theme runs.
- All paces welcome is true—but if you’re nervous, message the organizers. Most clubs have sweeps or pacing options.
- Bring a water bottle and layer up for night or early morning runs.
- Stay after! That post-run moment is where the real magic happens.
San Diego’s social run clubs are about more than just miles. They’re about building connections, staying motivated, and discovering the city one stride at a time. So pick a club, lace up your sneakers, and go find your pace—and your people!
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