Alpine Races 5k and 10 Mile

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.

The Alpine Runners 10 Mile Run is a 2026 CARA Racing Circuit Race. 

FAQ: 

Course time limit is 3 hours

The race will proceed rain or shine. 
Lightning/Severe Weather: The race may be delayed or canceled. Email communication will be used before race day for weather and parking updates. Day of race announcements will be made to inform participants to any weather alerts.

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 today at the link below. Some of the benefits are:

• Discounts for running local races, including Alpine Races. Coupon code available after becoming a member.
• Free training programs for Marathon distance for novice, intermediate and advanced levels. Direct access to RRCA-certified running coaches.
• Free Water and Gatorade stops every 2–3 miles on Saturday runs
• Weekend long runs with pace groups throughout the year
• Social runs and events throughout the year, which provides opportunities to make friends with the common interest of running and fitness.
• Informative guest speakers covering running related issues such as diet, injuries, shoes, running nuances.
  
  Alpine Runners Club Membership

Join fellow runners on August 16, 2026 for the Alpine Races 5k and 10 Mile. It's a fantastic 16.1K, 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Lake Zurich.