Griffith Park Trail Marathon Relay & 8K

🌅 Griffith Park runners — ready for your next relay? 🌅

If you loved the energy of the Griffith Park Trail Marathon Relay & 8K, come back to the park this September for the Los Angeles Sunset Relay & 5K!

Join us Saturday, September 12 in Griffith Park for golden-hour running, team vibes, live music, food trucks, lawn games, and an unforgettable close-of-summer celebration.

🏃 10-Mile Relay — Teams of 2 or 4
🏃 5K Solo Race
🏃 Kid’s Dash

It’s shorter, more relaxed, and built around the same things we love most — running, community, Griffith Park, and celebrating together.

⏰ Prices increase tomorrow Friday, June 19 at 11:59 PM

Gather your crew, lock in the current price, and get ready to chase the sunset.

Register now: LASUNSETRELAY.COM

Results: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/Overview/52611

Photos are also live on our runsignup

Griffith Park Trail Marathon Relay & 8K The Griffith Park Trail Marathon Relay & 8K is on Sunday June 7, 2026. It includes the following events: Marathon Relay Team (up to 5) and Griffith Park 8K.

📸 Griffith Park Trail Marathon Relay & 8K photos are live!

Relive race day with nearly 7,000 free photos captured by our professional photography team. From trail moments and finish-line smiles to team celebrations, medals, photo ops, and all the race day energy — there’s a good chance your moment was captured.

Thank you again to every runner, team captain, volunteer, sponsor, vendor, and supporter who helped make this year’s event so special.

View, download, and share your free race photos here:
https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/CA/LosAngeles/GriffithParkTrailMarathonRelay8K

Tag your teammates, share your favorites, and help us celebrate this amazing Griffith Park running community. 🌿🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Packet pick for the Griffith Park Trail Marathon Relay & 8K starts today. Stop by and say hello!

👀Packet Pick-Up Information ℹ️


Packet pick-up will be available at Fleet Feet Burbank on:

Friday, June 5
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday, June 6
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location:
Fleet Feet Burbank
1516 Magnolia Blvd
Burbank, CA 91506
(818) 238-9522

Fleet Feet Raffle
Participants and teams who pick up their packet at Fleet Feet Burbank will be entered into a raffle for two $100 Fleet Feet gift cards.
The raffle winners will be announced on race day. You must be present to win.

Relay Packet Pick-Up
There will be no race-day packet pick-up for Relay teams.
Relay teams must pick up their packet in advance at Fleet Feet Burbank.

VIP Teams
VIP teams may choose to pick up their packet either:
At Fleet Feet Burbank during packet pick-up
During VIP check-in on race day
This option must have be selected when purchasing the VIP package.

8K Packet Pick-Up
8K participants may pick up their packet on race day, but we strongly encourage picking up in advance at Fleet Feet Burbank.

Picking Up for Someone Else
A friend or teammate may pick up your packet for either the Relay or the 8K.
To pick up for someone else, please bring one of the following:
A copy of their ID
A copy of their registration confirmation

Please plan ahead to help ensure a smooth race day experience.

✨ New for 2026: Find your team in Griffith Park!

We’re excited to reveal one of our newest race day photo ops — a collage of 2026 relay team names arranged in the shape of Griffith Park. Stop by on race day, find your team name, grab a photo with your crew, and celebrate being part of this year’s relay.

And captains, we didn’t forget about you.

Every Griffith Park Trail Marathon Relay team captain will receive an exclusive Relay Captain slider as a small thank-you for rallying the crew, organizing the details, and leading the team to race day.

Wear it proudly, snap a photo, and let everyone know who made it happen.

Because every great relay team starts with a captain — and every team deserves its moment in the park. 🌿🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

We had a great showing at today's preview run! Our thanks to everyone who took part. The relay is fast approaching - just 3 weeks to go! Don't wait - only 38 team spots left! Join us on 6/7 and see for yourself why we were recognized as one of the best races you never heard of!

🔥 SoCal Showdown Update 🔥


Our inaugural SoCal Showdown has officially exceeded expectations!

So far this year, we have:
🏃‍♂️ 27 run clubs & organizations
🔥 106 relay teams competing
🙌 Hundreds of runners representing communities from across Southern California

This year’s competition features two exciting challenges:
🏅 Fastest Club / Group / Organization in SoCal
🏆 Largest Club / Group / Organization in Your Region (and Overall)

A huge thank you to all of the clubs, crews, gyms, and organizations helping make the first year of the SoCal Showdown such a success. The energy and community support around this competition has been incredible to see.
Current clubs represented include:
Valley Runners LA, Run562, Lightning Runners, PR Racing Team, Lista, Club Ed, Oxacali Run Club, Night Terrors Run Crew LA, RAMS Endurance Sport Team, Sunrise Runners, ACP Run Club, LA Running Club, Team Cruda, Pasadena Pacers, RAMP, Cafe Jam Run Club, Little Tokyo Run Club, Monterey Park Mondays, Run West Adams, We Run West Covina, Runday Nights, and many more.
It’s not too late to join the showdown! Rally your crew, represent your community, and compete for bragging rights at the Griffith Park Trail Marathon Relay & 8K.

⏳ Less Than 30 Days to Go!

🔥 The Marathon Relay is already 80% sold out
😮 Fewer than 60 team spots remaining

If you’ve been thinking about signing up, now’s the time—this race will sell out.

🔥 Open Division Update

The competition is heating up:

Open Co-Ed: 24 teams
Open Male: 17 teams
Open Female: 14 teams

With $1,500 in prize money on the line, expect fast times and serious competition across every division.

Grab your team, lock in your spot, and get ready for race day.

👉 Register now before it’s gone

🌄 SWAG REVEAL: 2026 IS HERE 🌄

Inspired by the trails of Griffith Park and the iconic Observatory above, this year’s swag is built to match the experience.

🏅 Two medals. Two journeys.
— Marathon Relay
— 8K

👕 One shirt you’ll actually wear.

From dirt trails to skyline views—this is what you earn on June 7.

Run with your team.
Race your leg.
Take it all in.

Then walk away with something that represents it.

⚡ Relay teams are filling fast
⚡ Don’t miss your shot

👉 Register now: https://griffithparkmarathonrelay.com/

How’s the recovery going?

A week or two removed from the Los Angeles Marathon and LA 5K, that finish-line feeling is still fresh—and if you’re anything like us, you’re already thinking about what’s next.

Let’s keep that momentum going.

Join us on **June 7** for the **Griffith Park Trail Marathon Relay & 8K**—a completely different kind of race experience that’s all about community, fresh air, and having fun on the trails.

Here’s why runners love it:

🌄 **A change of scenery** – Leave the pavement behind and hit scenic Griffith Park trails
🤝 **Team energy** – The relay is all about camaraderie, strategy, and shared miles
🏃 **Flexible options** – Go all-in with a team or enjoy a relaxed 8K solo run
🎉 **Festival vibe** – Music, cheering, and a laid-back post-race atmosphere

Whether you're looking to race again or just enjoy a fun run with friends, this is the perfect follow-up to race weekend.

⏳ **Last chance to save:**
🏷️ Use code **LAM2026** for **$20 off the Relay**
🏷️ Use code **LAM08** for **$8 off the 8K**
📅 Offer valid through **March 31**

Spots are filling and the relay tends to sell out first—so if you're thinking about it, now’s the time to lock it in.

👉 Grab your team, or claim your solo spot today.

We’d love to see you out on the trails.

See you on 6-7!