The Alpine Runners Club welcomes all runners and runners/walkers, regardless of pace or experience, and we’re a friendly bunch! We have folks ranging from a 7:30-minute pace to a 13:00-minute run/walk pace. Distances range from 4 miles to 22 miles.

Membership Benefits and Signup

Alpine Races 2025

Sunday, August 18th

The 45th Annual Lake Zurich Alpine Races run along the streets and along the shores of Lake Zurich

* 5k and 10 miles courses are USATF certified

* Youth mile and Kids Races.

* Alpine Runners 10 Miler is a 2025 CARA Circuit Race and 2025 Illinois RRCA Championship 10 Mile Run.

Train with Us

Chicago Marathon Training
Fall Marathon Training*

Begins Monday, June 9, 2025
1st Weekly Long Run, Saturday, June 14
Lake Zurich HS Parking Lot
7 am

Alpine Runners will follow Hal Higdon's 18 weeks programs (novice to experienced) leading to Chicago Marathon.

Water and Gatorade will be provided every 2-3 miles during training as you progress to 20+ miles.

All first time marathoners or seasoned marathoners are welcomed!

* Saturday Water Stops can accomodate most fall marathon training before or after Chicago Marathon. Just let us know.

Volunteer for Chicago Marathon Aid Station 01 with Alpine Runners

Hand out water or Gatorade as you cheer on 2024 Chicago Marathon Runners!

Each volunteer receive the COVETED Water Stop Volunteer SWAG: jacket, hat, and other credentials.

Sunday, October 13, 2024
5:00 AM - 10:30 AM
State St and Washington St, Chicago, IL

Come cheer your fellow runners!
All Family and Friends are Welcome!

Hurry! Spots fill up FAST!

Volunteer for Aid Station 01

Chicago Marathon Talk

Alpine Runners invite you to an evening talk with Carey Pinkowski, Executive Director of Chicago Marathon. Hear the latest about this year's Chicago Marathon. Carey will answer your questions and will inspire you for your next marathon experience.

Wednesday, August 28th, 6:00 pm
American Legion
51 Lions DR
Lake Zurich, IL

All runners are welcome!

Upcoming Alpine Runners Club Events

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Welcome to Alpine

We are one of the largest running clubs in the Chicagoland Area

We welcome all runners and encourage you to give us a try, no matter what your experience is. We have runners working up to 4 miles, runners training for their first 5k, 10k, half marathon or full marathon, as well as seasoned marathon and ultramarathon runners of all sizes and speeds.

More Info

Alpine Runners Training Programs

Alpine Runners Spring 5K Training Program

Alpine Runners Half Marathon Training Program

Alpine Runners are following a modified version of Hal Higdon's training program:

Alpine Runners Marathon Training Program

Alpine Runners are following a modified version of Hal Higdon's training program:

Training Programs

Alpine Races 2025 is a CARA (Chicago Area Running Association) circuit Event.

Alpine Races 2025 is also a RRCA (Road Runners Club of America) State Championship event.

Don't miss your chance to register and participate in this renowned race!

Our Sponsors

The Alpine Runners would like to say Thank You to Our Business Sponsors who have helped make the 2023 Alpine Races possible. With their support we hosted a successful event and were able to continue to support our local food bank as well as other community causes.