Relay Races in Ohio
Ohio has 8 upcoming relay races scheduled for 2026. Painesville is the busiest city with 2 relays, ahead of Sylvania (1) and Canton (1).
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Running
Lighthouse Half Marathon, 2-Person Relay, & 2 Miler
Painesville, OH
Running
Lighthouse Half Marathon, 2-Person Relay, & 2 Miler
June 14, 2026
Painesville, OH
Triathlon
SYLVANIA TRIATHLON, DUATHLON, AQUABIKE & RELAY Presented by Premier Wealth Management Group
August 2, 2026
Sylvania, OH
Running
Hall of Fame Half Marathon/Relay - Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series
August 23, 2026
Canton, OH
Relay Races in Nearby States
Frequently asked questions
What is a relay race?▾
A relay race divides a long course among a team of runners who take turns running legs. Teams are typically 4-12 people. Relays range from short marathons split among 4 runners to 200-mile overnight adventures.
What is a Ragnar relay?▾
Ragnar is the largest relay series in the US with ~20 events. Teams of 6-12 runners cover approximately 200 miles in 24-36 hours, taking turns running legs of 3-8 miles. Road and trail formats are available.
What is Hood to Coast?▾
Hood to Coast is the original long-distance relay, running 199 miles from Mt. Hood to Seaside, Oregon. Called "The Mother of All Relays," it has sold out 26 years straight and accommodates about 1,050 teams.
How do I form a relay team?▾
Most relay events allow teams of 6-12 runners. You can recruit friends, coworkers, or running club members. Many events also have an "ultra" team option for smaller groups of 3-6 who each run more legs.