Marathon Training
Programs support full marathon, half marathon, and Boston training.
Chicago Area Runners Association
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About Chicago Area Runners Association
CARA offers Summer Marathon Training and other programs for runners in the Chicago area. Founded in 1978, the Chicago Area Runners Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving and advocating for the running community. Its programming includes half and full marathon training, competitive racing, charity team opportunities, free timed 5K and 1-mile races, weekday group runs, run crews, track workouts, education clinics, and lakefront hydration stations. CARA also operates the 'Go Run program, supports charity training partnerships, and coordinates the Chicago Racing Circuit. The organization provides accessible ways to learn, socialize, volunteer, train, and race, with programs and events scheduled throughout the year for city and suburban members.
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At a glance
- Service area
- Chicago, Chicagoland
- Team
- The organization has 6 full-time staff members and a 14-member board of directors.
- Founded
- 1978
- Chicago's largest running community
- Non-profit organization
- Over 1,300 program and event dates per year
From www.cararuns.org, checked 22 Oct 2026. Only what the business states on its own website.
Services
- Half & Full Marathon Training
- Competitive Racing
- Charity Team
- Free Timed 5K & 1 Mile Races
- Free Weekday Group Runs
- Lakefront Hydration Stations
- Education Clinics
As listed by Chicago Area Runners Association. Prices as published by the business and may change.
Services & specialities
Highlights
Community Run Events
Free timed races and weekday group runs bring runners together.
Running Advocacy
CARA serves and advocates for Chicago's running community.
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