RUNNING · VARIES (CAMPBELL, ALMADEN, DOWNTOWN)

Bay Area Run Crew (BARC)

A large, high-energy run crew founded in 2015 that throws themed group runs with post-run socials around the South Bay.

Free to joinCome soloBeginners welcome

Listing checked Oct 10, 2026. Confirm the next event with the organizer.

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BEFORE YOU SHOW UP

The useful details.

Accepting new members?
Yes (public Strava club)
Beginner-friendly?
Yes (Runners, walkers and strollers welcome at themed runs)
OK to go alone?
Yes (open RSVP events for individuals)
Usual schedule
Weekly runs plus themed fun runs posted on Eventbrite (day varies; recent events on Thursdays 6 PM)
Where
Varies by event; recent runs started at Almaden Ranch Square, 5160 Cherry Ave, San Jose and Out of the Barrel at the Pruneyard, Campbell
Cost
Free
How to join
Free member application on website; RSVP for runs on Eventbrite

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