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CARA is Chicago's largest running community, providing accessible opportunities for all to learn, be social, volunteer, train and race. We are a non-profit organization committed to serving and advocating for the running community.

CARA, with over 10,000 members, is the nation’s third-largest running club, serving as the voice of local runners, as well as providing over 1,300 dates of programming and events per year.

Proud member of the Road Runners Club of America.

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