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Relay Races in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has 8 upcoming relay races scheduled for 2026. No single city dominates the calendar. Pottstown leads with 1 relays, followed by Phoenixville (1), Norristown (1), and Camptown (1). The remaining 50% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

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Coventry Woods Trail Running Festival - 5K, 10K, 3HR, 6HR, and 6HR Relay
Trail Running

Coventry Woods Trail Running Festival - 5K, 10K, 3HR, 6HR, and 6HR Relay

June 28, 2026
Pottstown, PA
JMC Running Co: 4-Hour Relay & Solo-Ultra Challenge
Ultra

JMC Running Co: 4-Hour Relay & Solo-Ultra Challenge

July 18, 2026
Phoenixville, PA
Charles Bender Memorial Swim and Relay
Swimming

Charles Bender Memorial Swim and Relay

September 5, 2026
Norristown, PA
Camptown Races 10k, 5k, and Relay
Running

Camptown Races 10k, 5k, and Relay

September 12, 2026
Camptown, PA
B2B, Bridge to Bridge Relay Run
Running

B2B, Bridge to Bridge Relay Run

September 26, 2026
Washington Crossing, PA
Fairchance Construction Octoberfest 5k Run/Walk and Mom Maruca's Beer Mile & Beer Mile Relay
Running

Fairchance Construction Octoberfest 5k Run/Walk and Mom Maruca's Beer Mile & Beer Mile Relay

October 3, 2026
Uniontown, PA
InFirst Bank Veteran's Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay
Running

InFirst Bank Veteran's Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay

November 1, 2026
Blairsville, PA
YMCA Harrisburg Marathon, Half, and Relay Presented by Enders Insurance
Running

YMCA Harrisburg Marathon, Half, and Relay Presented by Enders Insurance

November 8, 2026
Harrisburg, PA

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.