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SUMMARY:Saturday Social Run
DESCRIPTION:Varies (details in weekly email & Instagram).\nTypically 3–9 miles with optional breakfast meetup. Details sent to active members weekly.\nAll levels welcome.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-social-run-2/2026-12-12/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
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SUMMARY:Sunday Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Sunday trail run. Details vary by week.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/sunday-trail-run/2026-12-13/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
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SUMMARY:Donut Run
DESCRIPTION:Weekly run around Lake Merritt followed by coffee & donuts at local businesses. Rain or shine\, all abilities welcome. \nRegister Now for Donut Run Series  Free \n 
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/donut-run/2026-12-18/
LOCATION:Snow Park\, Oakland\, CA\, Snow Park\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261219T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142028Z
CREATED:20260526T005001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T142028Z
UID:10000618-1797667200-1797674400@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Long Run
DESCRIPTION:Run Location Varies Each Saturday. Check Instagram or our weekly Email for next Saturday Location.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-long-run/2026-12-19/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
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CREATED:20260401T005448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182534Z
UID:10001049-1797667200-1797681600@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Full & Half Marathon Training Program
DESCRIPTION:Full & Half Marathon Training Program 2026–2027\nYour Journey to the Oakland Marathon Starts Here\nThe Lake Merritt Run Club Marathon & Half Training Program — the official training program for the Oakland Marathon — will get you ready for the March 2027 full or half marathon with our 18-week plan. The program includes a detailed training schedule\, weekly group long runs with pace groups\, lots of support and tips\, running store discounts\, and more. Since 2010\, we’ve supported more than a thousand runners of all levels prepare for Oakland and other spring races. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned marathoner\, we’ll help you fulfill your goals and stay motivated. Come train with us! \n\n \n\n\nMarathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, November 16\, 2026\nFirst group run / Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, November 21\, 2026\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 20 miles/week in November before starting the program. \n\n\nHalf Marathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, December 28\, 2026. Optional: join in November/December for more training fun.\nFirst group run / Half Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, January 2\, 2027\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 12 miles/week by late December. \n\nAs a volunteer-run club\, Lake Merritt Run Club strives to keep registration fees at a level that balances covering the program costs and keeping the program accessible to all runners. If financial circumstances exist that may limit a runner’s participation\, please contact us. \nOnce you register\, you will receive registration confirmation by email. If you do not receive the confirmation\, please email: marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org \n\n \n\n\n\n\nAlready registered?\nYou’re all set — just show up! Wear comfortable running gear and bring water. We’ll meet at the start and kick off 18 weeks of training together. \n\n\n\nNot registered yet?\nYou can still join! Register before the kickoff to get your full training schedule and access to the coaching team. \n\n\n\n\n \n\nReady to train for the Oakland Marathon 2027? \n\nRegister Below\n \nQuestions? Email marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/full-half-marathon-training-program/2026-12-19/
LOCATION:Various Locations sent via weekly email
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon Training Organizers":MAILTO:marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261219T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261219T100000
DTSTAMP:20260612T040504Z
CREATED:20260612T040237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T040504Z
UID:10000738-1797668100-1797674400@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Social Run
DESCRIPTION:Varies (details in weekly email & Instagram).\nTypically 3–9 miles with optional breakfast meetup. Details sent to active members weekly.\nAll levels welcome.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-social-run-2/2026-12-19/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261220T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042813Z
CREATED:20260401T002919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T042813Z
UID:10000467-1797754500-1797760800@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Sunday trail run. Details vary by week.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/sunday-trail-run/2026-12-20/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261225T080000
DTSTAMP:20260607T161359Z
CREATED:20260401T003810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T161359Z
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SUMMARY:Donut Run
DESCRIPTION:Weekly run around Lake Merritt followed by coffee & donuts at local businesses. Rain or shine\, all abilities welcome. \nRegister Now for Donut Run Series  Free \n 
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/donut-run/2026-12-25/
LOCATION:Snow Park\, Oakland\, CA\, Snow Park\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261226T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142028Z
CREATED:20260526T005001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T142028Z
UID:10000619-1798272000-1798279200@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Long Run
DESCRIPTION:Run Location Varies Each Saturday. Check Instagram or our weekly Email for next Saturday Location.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-long-run/2026-12-26/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261226T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260901T182534Z
CREATED:20260401T005448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182534Z
UID:10001050-1798272000-1798286400@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Full & Half Marathon Training Program
DESCRIPTION:Full & Half Marathon Training Program 2026–2027\nYour Journey to the Oakland Marathon Starts Here\nThe Lake Merritt Run Club Marathon & Half Training Program — the official training program for the Oakland Marathon — will get you ready for the March 2027 full or half marathon with our 18-week plan. The program includes a detailed training schedule\, weekly group long runs with pace groups\, lots of support and tips\, running store discounts\, and more. Since 2010\, we’ve supported more than a thousand runners of all levels prepare for Oakland and other spring races. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned marathoner\, we’ll help you fulfill your goals and stay motivated. Come train with us! \n\n \n\n\nMarathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, November 16\, 2026\nFirst group run / Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, November 21\, 2026\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 20 miles/week in November before starting the program. \n\n\nHalf Marathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, December 28\, 2026. Optional: join in November/December for more training fun.\nFirst group run / Half Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, January 2\, 2027\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 12 miles/week by late December. \n\nAs a volunteer-run club\, Lake Merritt Run Club strives to keep registration fees at a level that balances covering the program costs and keeping the program accessible to all runners. If financial circumstances exist that may limit a runner’s participation\, please contact us. \nOnce you register\, you will receive registration confirmation by email. If you do not receive the confirmation\, please email: marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org \n\n \n\n\n\n\nAlready registered?\nYou’re all set — just show up! Wear comfortable running gear and bring water. We’ll meet at the start and kick off 18 weeks of training together. \n\n\n\nNot registered yet?\nYou can still join! Register before the kickoff to get your full training schedule and access to the coaching team. \n\n\n\n\n \n\nReady to train for the Oakland Marathon 2027? \n\nRegister Below\n \nQuestions? Email marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/full-half-marathon-training-program/2026-12-26/
LOCATION:Various Locations sent via weekly email
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon Training Organizers":MAILTO:marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261226T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261226T100000
DTSTAMP:20260612T040504Z
CREATED:20260612T040237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T040504Z
UID:10000739-1798272900-1798279200@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Social Run
DESCRIPTION:Varies (details in weekly email & Instagram).\nTypically 3–9 miles with optional breakfast meetup. Details sent to active members weekly.\nAll levels welcome.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-social-run-2/2026-12-26/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261227T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261227T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042813Z
CREATED:20260401T002919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T042813Z
UID:10000468-1798359300-1798365600@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Sunday trail run. Details vary by week.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/sunday-trail-run/2026-12-27/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270102T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142028Z
CREATED:20260526T005001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T142028Z
UID:10000620-1798876800-1798884000@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Long Run
DESCRIPTION:Run Location Varies Each Saturday. Check Instagram or our weekly Email for next Saturday Location.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-long-run/2027-01-02/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260901T182534Z
CREATED:20260401T005448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182534Z
UID:10001051-1798876800-1798891200@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Full & Half Marathon Training Program
DESCRIPTION:Full & Half Marathon Training Program 2026–2027\nYour Journey to the Oakland Marathon Starts Here\nThe Lake Merritt Run Club Marathon & Half Training Program — the official training program for the Oakland Marathon — will get you ready for the March 2027 full or half marathon with our 18-week plan. The program includes a detailed training schedule\, weekly group long runs with pace groups\, lots of support and tips\, running store discounts\, and more. Since 2010\, we’ve supported more than a thousand runners of all levels prepare for Oakland and other spring races. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned marathoner\, we’ll help you fulfill your goals and stay motivated. Come train with us! \n\n \n\n\nMarathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, November 16\, 2026\nFirst group run / Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, November 21\, 2026\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 20 miles/week in November before starting the program. \n\n\nHalf Marathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, December 28\, 2026. Optional: join in November/December for more training fun.\nFirst group run / Half Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, January 2\, 2027\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 12 miles/week by late December. \n\nAs a volunteer-run club\, Lake Merritt Run Club strives to keep registration fees at a level that balances covering the program costs and keeping the program accessible to all runners. If financial circumstances exist that may limit a runner’s participation\, please contact us. \nOnce you register\, you will receive registration confirmation by email. If you do not receive the confirmation\, please email: marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org \n\n \n\n\n\n\nAlready registered?\nYou’re all set — just show up! Wear comfortable running gear and bring water. We’ll meet at the start and kick off 18 weeks of training together. \n\n\n\nNot registered yet?\nYou can still join! Register before the kickoff to get your full training schedule and access to the coaching team. \n\n\n\n\n \n\nReady to train for the Oakland Marathon 2027? \n\nRegister Below\n \nQuestions? Email marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/full-half-marathon-training-program/2027-01-02/
LOCATION:Various Locations sent via weekly email
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon Training Organizers":MAILTO:marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270102T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270102T100000
DTSTAMP:20260612T040504Z
CREATED:20260612T040237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T040504Z
UID:10000740-1798877700-1798884000@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Social Run
DESCRIPTION:Varies (details in weekly email & Instagram).\nTypically 3–9 miles with optional breakfast meetup. Details sent to active members weekly.\nAll levels welcome.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-social-run-2/2027-01-02/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270103T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270103T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042813Z
CREATED:20260401T002919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T042813Z
UID:10000469-1798964100-1798970400@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Sunday trail run. Details vary by week.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/sunday-trail-run/2027-01-03/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270109T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142028Z
CREATED:20260526T005001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T142028Z
UID:10000621-1799481600-1799488800@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Long Run
DESCRIPTION:Run Location Varies Each Saturday. Check Instagram or our weekly Email for next Saturday Location.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-long-run/2027-01-09/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260901T182534Z
CREATED:20260401T005448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182534Z
UID:10001052-1799481600-1799496000@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Full & Half Marathon Training Program
DESCRIPTION:Full & Half Marathon Training Program 2026–2027\nYour Journey to the Oakland Marathon Starts Here\nThe Lake Merritt Run Club Marathon & Half Training Program — the official training program for the Oakland Marathon — will get you ready for the March 2027 full or half marathon with our 18-week plan. The program includes a detailed training schedule\, weekly group long runs with pace groups\, lots of support and tips\, running store discounts\, and more. Since 2010\, we’ve supported more than a thousand runners of all levels prepare for Oakland and other spring races. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned marathoner\, we’ll help you fulfill your goals and stay motivated. Come train with us! \n\n \n\n\nMarathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, November 16\, 2026\nFirst group run / Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, November 21\, 2026\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 20 miles/week in November before starting the program. \n\n\nHalf Marathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, December 28\, 2026. Optional: join in November/December for more training fun.\nFirst group run / Half Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, January 2\, 2027\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 12 miles/week by late December. \n\nAs a volunteer-run club\, Lake Merritt Run Club strives to keep registration fees at a level that balances covering the program costs and keeping the program accessible to all runners. If financial circumstances exist that may limit a runner’s participation\, please contact us. \nOnce you register\, you will receive registration confirmation by email. If you do not receive the confirmation\, please email: marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org \n\n \n\n\n\n\nAlready registered?\nYou’re all set — just show up! Wear comfortable running gear and bring water. We’ll meet at the start and kick off 18 weeks of training together. \n\n\n\nNot registered yet?\nYou can still join! Register before the kickoff to get your full training schedule and access to the coaching team. \n\n\n\n\n \n\nReady to train for the Oakland Marathon 2027? \n\nRegister Below\n \nQuestions? Email marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/full-half-marathon-training-program/2027-01-09/
LOCATION:Various Locations sent via weekly email
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon Training Organizers":MAILTO:marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270109T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270109T100000
DTSTAMP:20260612T040504Z
CREATED:20260612T040237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T040504Z
UID:10000741-1799482500-1799488800@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Social Run
DESCRIPTION:Varies (details in weekly email & Instagram).\nTypically 3–9 miles with optional breakfast meetup. Details sent to active members weekly.\nAll levels welcome.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-social-run-2/2027-01-09/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270110T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270110T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042813Z
CREATED:20260401T002919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T042813Z
UID:10000470-1799568900-1799575200@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Sunday trail run. Details vary by week.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/sunday-trail-run/2027-01-10/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270116T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142028Z
CREATED:20260526T005001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T142028Z
UID:10000622-1800086400-1800093600@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Long Run
DESCRIPTION:Run Location Varies Each Saturday. Check Instagram or our weekly Email for next Saturday Location.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-long-run/2027-01-16/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260901T182534Z
CREATED:20260401T005448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182534Z
UID:10001053-1800086400-1800100800@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Full & Half Marathon Training Program
DESCRIPTION:Full & Half Marathon Training Program 2026–2027\nYour Journey to the Oakland Marathon Starts Here\nThe Lake Merritt Run Club Marathon & Half Training Program — the official training program for the Oakland Marathon — will get you ready for the March 2027 full or half marathon with our 18-week plan. The program includes a detailed training schedule\, weekly group long runs with pace groups\, lots of support and tips\, running store discounts\, and more. Since 2010\, we’ve supported more than a thousand runners of all levels prepare for Oakland and other spring races. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned marathoner\, we’ll help you fulfill your goals and stay motivated. Come train with us! \n\n \n\n\nMarathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, November 16\, 2026\nFirst group run / Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, November 21\, 2026\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 20 miles/week in November before starting the program. \n\n\nHalf Marathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, December 28\, 2026. Optional: join in November/December for more training fun.\nFirst group run / Half Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, January 2\, 2027\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 12 miles/week by late December. \n\nAs a volunteer-run club\, Lake Merritt Run Club strives to keep registration fees at a level that balances covering the program costs and keeping the program accessible to all runners. If financial circumstances exist that may limit a runner’s participation\, please contact us. \nOnce you register\, you will receive registration confirmation by email. If you do not receive the confirmation\, please email: marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org \n\n \n\n\n\n\nAlready registered?\nYou’re all set — just show up! Wear comfortable running gear and bring water. We’ll meet at the start and kick off 18 weeks of training together. \n\n\n\nNot registered yet?\nYou can still join! Register before the kickoff to get your full training schedule and access to the coaching team. \n\n\n\n\n \n\nReady to train for the Oakland Marathon 2027? \n\nRegister Below\n \nQuestions? Email marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/full-half-marathon-training-program/2027-01-16/
LOCATION:Various Locations sent via weekly email
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon Training Organizers":MAILTO:marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270116T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270116T100000
DTSTAMP:20260612T040504Z
CREATED:20260612T040237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T040504Z
UID:10000742-1800087300-1800093600@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Social Run
DESCRIPTION:Varies (details in weekly email & Instagram).\nTypically 3–9 miles with optional breakfast meetup. Details sent to active members weekly.\nAll levels welcome.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-social-run-2/2027-01-16/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270117T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270117T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042813Z
CREATED:20260401T002919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T042813Z
UID:10000471-1800173700-1800180000@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Sunday trail run. Details vary by week.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/sunday-trail-run/2027-01-17/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270123T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270123T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142028Z
CREATED:20260526T005001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T142028Z
UID:10000623-1800691200-1800698400@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Long Run
DESCRIPTION:Run Location Varies Each Saturday. Check Instagram or our weekly Email for next Saturday Location.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-long-run/2027-01-23/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270123T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260901T182534Z
CREATED:20260401T005448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182534Z
UID:10001054-1800691200-1800705600@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Full & Half Marathon Training Program
DESCRIPTION:Full & Half Marathon Training Program 2026–2027\nYour Journey to the Oakland Marathon Starts Here\nThe Lake Merritt Run Club Marathon & Half Training Program — the official training program for the Oakland Marathon — will get you ready for the March 2027 full or half marathon with our 18-week plan. The program includes a detailed training schedule\, weekly group long runs with pace groups\, lots of support and tips\, running store discounts\, and more. Since 2010\, we’ve supported more than a thousand runners of all levels prepare for Oakland and other spring races. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned marathoner\, we’ll help you fulfill your goals and stay motivated. Come train with us! \n\n \n\n\nMarathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, November 16\, 2026\nFirst group run / Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, November 21\, 2026\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 20 miles/week in November before starting the program. \n\n\nHalf Marathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, December 28\, 2026. Optional: join in November/December for more training fun.\nFirst group run / Half Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, January 2\, 2027\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 12 miles/week by late December. \n\nAs a volunteer-run club\, Lake Merritt Run Club strives to keep registration fees at a level that balances covering the program costs and keeping the program accessible to all runners. If financial circumstances exist that may limit a runner’s participation\, please contact us. \nOnce you register\, you will receive registration confirmation by email. If you do not receive the confirmation\, please email: marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org \n\n \n\n\n\n\nAlready registered?\nYou’re all set — just show up! Wear comfortable running gear and bring water. We’ll meet at the start and kick off 18 weeks of training together. \n\n\n\nNot registered yet?\nYou can still join! Register before the kickoff to get your full training schedule and access to the coaching team. \n\n\n\n\n \n\nReady to train for the Oakland Marathon 2027? \n\nRegister Below\n \nQuestions? Email marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/full-half-marathon-training-program/2027-01-23/
LOCATION:Various Locations sent via weekly email
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon Training Organizers":MAILTO:marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270123T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270123T100000
DTSTAMP:20260612T040504Z
CREATED:20260612T040237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T040504Z
UID:10000743-1800692100-1800698400@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Social Run
DESCRIPTION:Varies (details in weekly email & Instagram).\nTypically 3–9 miles with optional breakfast meetup. Details sent to active members weekly.\nAll levels welcome.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-social-run-2/2027-01-23/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270124T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270124T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042813Z
CREATED:20260401T002919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T042813Z
UID:10000472-1800778500-1800784800@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Sunday trail run. Details vary by week.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/sunday-trail-run/2027-01-24/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270130T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142028Z
CREATED:20260526T005001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T142028Z
UID:10000624-1801296000-1801303200@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Long Run
DESCRIPTION:Run Location Varies Each Saturday. Check Instagram or our weekly Email for next Saturday Location.
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/saturday-long-run/2027-01-30/
CATEGORIES:Run With Us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260901T182534Z
CREATED:20260401T005448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182534Z
UID:10001055-1801296000-1801310400@lakemerrittrunclub.org
SUMMARY:Full & Half Marathon Training Program
DESCRIPTION:Full & Half Marathon Training Program 2026–2027\nYour Journey to the Oakland Marathon Starts Here\nThe Lake Merritt Run Club Marathon & Half Training Program — the official training program for the Oakland Marathon — will get you ready for the March 2027 full or half marathon with our 18-week plan. The program includes a detailed training schedule\, weekly group long runs with pace groups\, lots of support and tips\, running store discounts\, and more. Since 2010\, we’ve supported more than a thousand runners of all levels prepare for Oakland and other spring races. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned marathoner\, we’ll help you fulfill your goals and stay motivated. Come train with us! \n\n \n\n\nMarathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, November 16\, 2026\nFirst group run / Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, November 21\, 2026\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 20 miles/week in November before starting the program. \n\n\nHalf Marathon Training Program\nBegins Monday\, December 28\, 2026. Optional: join in November/December for more training fun.\nFirst group run / Half Marathon Training Kickoff on Saturday\, January 2\, 2027\nTo be best ready to go\, participants are highly encouraged to be running at least 12 miles/week by late December. \n\nAs a volunteer-run club\, Lake Merritt Run Club strives to keep registration fees at a level that balances covering the program costs and keeping the program accessible to all runners. If financial circumstances exist that may limit a runner’s participation\, please contact us. \nOnce you register\, you will receive registration confirmation by email. If you do not receive the confirmation\, please email: marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org \n\n \n\n\n\n\nAlready registered?\nYou’re all set — just show up! Wear comfortable running gear and bring water. We’ll meet at the start and kick off 18 weeks of training together. \n\n\n\nNot registered yet?\nYou can still join! Register before the kickoff to get your full training schedule and access to the coaching team. \n\n\n\n\n \n\nReady to train for the Oakland Marathon 2027? \n\nRegister Below\n \nQuestions? Email marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
URL:https://lakemerrittrunclub.org/event/full-half-marathon-training-program/2027-01-30/
LOCATION:Various Locations sent via weekly email
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon Training Organizers":MAILTO:marathontraining@lakemerrittrunclub.org
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