Alpine Races 5k and 10 Mile

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

The Alpine Runners of Lake Zurich proudly present the 46th Annual Lake Zurich Alpine Races! The Alpine Races 5k and 10-mile courses are USATF certified. The races run through the streets and along the shores of beautiful Lake Zurich. Gatorade and Water will be available along the course. No dogs, strollers, bikes, or rollerblades are allowed in the races please. Keeping with the Race Industry standard, the Alpine Races will not issue refunds or defer for registration made online, by mail, or on race weekend.

🥇 Championship Race

The Alpine Runners 10 Mile Run is the 2026 Illinois RRCA Championship 10 Mile Run and a 2026 CARA Racing Circuit Race.

🙌 Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are the backbone of every successful race and we are grateful for ours. But we need even more people to help us with packet pickup, the water stops, and the finish line! Please consider volunteering a few hours of your time on race day. You won't regret it. For more information contact Jeannette at jeannette@alpinerunners.com

👟 Become an Alpine Runners Club Member

Join the Alpine Runners Club today at the link below. Some of the benefits are:

• Discounts: Discounts for running local races, including Alpine Races. Coupon code available after becoming a member.
• Training Programs: Free training programs for Marathon distance for novice, intermediate and advanced levels. Direct access to RRCA-certified running coaches.
• Water Stops: Free Water and Gatorade stops every 2–3 miles on Saturday runs.
• Social Events: Weekend long runs with pace groups throughout the year and social runs and events, which provides opportunities to make friends with the common interest of running and fitness.

Guest Speakers: Informative guest speakers covering running related issues such as diet, injuries, shoes, running nuances.

Alpine Runners Club Membership