Compton Run Club- Connecting Compton Relay Race
- Date Sat 28th February 2026
- Time 6:30AM PST
- Location Compton, California
- Price $149.40
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of community spirit and athletic camaraderie at the Connecting Compton Relay Race, taking place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in the vibrant city of Compton, Los Angeles. This unique 13.3-mile relay race invites teams of four to take part in a fun and engaging challenge, where each runner will tackle a designated leg of the course while passing the baton at various exchange zones. Starting and finishing at Wilson Park, participants will weave through the heart of Compton, showcasing local landmarks and fostering a sense of pride within the community.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, this event emphasizes teamwork, fitness, and community engagement. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with post-race refreshments, music, and a celebration at Wilson Park. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to unite with friends and neighbors, all while promoting health and wellness in a supportive environment. Gather your team, lace up your running shoes, and join in the excitement of the Connecting Compton Relay Race!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, this event emphasizes teamwork, fitness, and community engagement. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with post-race refreshments, music, and a celebration at Wilson Park. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to unite with friends and neighbors, all while promoting health and wellness in a supportive environment. Gather your team, lace up your running shoes, and join in the excitement of the Connecting Compton Relay Race!
Organiser's Description
EVENT OVERVIEW:
The Connecting Compton Relay is a community-based, 13.3-mile (slightly over half- marathon distance) 4-member team relay race. Each member will carry and pass on batons to their teammate at designated exchange zones across Compton. The event is designed to bring together runners of all levels from first-time participants to seasoned athletes to experience the power of teamwork, community pride, and fitness while exploring the heart of Compton. There will be no street closures. Each participant should have experience running/walking on sidewalks and streets with traffic.
EVENT DETAILS:
DATE: Saturday, February 28, 2026
TIME: 6:30 AM meeting time - 7 AM race start
START/FINISH LOCATION: Wilson Park- 123 N Rose Ave, Compton, CA 90221
PARKING: Street Parking and Dollarhide Community Center (301 N Tamarind Ave, Compton, CA)
DISTANCE: 13.3 Miles (Half Marathon Distance)
FORMAT: 4-Person Team Relay
RACE CONCEPT & COURSE:
Participants will run a looped route that highlights many areas in Compton. Each leg will begin and end at a relay exchange zone staffed by volunteers. The course will emphasize safety, visibility, and community engagement.
* LEG 1: Wilson Park -> North on Alameda -> Left on El Segundo -> Left on Central
Exchange at Centennial High School (2606 N Central Ave, Compton, Ca 90221- Front of School- Checkpoint 1) _APPROXIMATELY 3.27 MILES_
* LEG 2: Centennial High School -> Continue on Central -> Left on Alondra
Exchange at Compton High School (Alondra side of School, Oleander/Alondra- Checkpoint 2)- _APPROXIMATELY 3.12 MILES_
* LEG 3: Compton High School -> Continue on Alondra
Exchange at McDonald's- (7357 Alondra Blvd, Paramount, Ca 90723- Alondra/Garfield- Checkpoint 3) _APPROXIMATELY 3.36 MILES _
* LEG 4: McDonald's -> Left on Garfield -> Left on Somerset/Compton Blvd
Finish back at Wilson Park (_APPROXIMATELY 3.55 MILES)_
EVENT GOALS:
* Promote Health & Wellness: Encourage physical activity and teamwork within the community.
* Highlight the City of Compton: Showcase local parks, schools, and neighborhoods in a positive light.
* Foster Community Pride: Unite residents, organizations, and small businesses through a signature citywide event.
RACE PACKET PICKUP:
Bib/Race packet pickup on the following days and times:
* Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm- Centennial High School Track area (Track Thursday)-
* Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 1 pm - 4 pm
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION:
* Team Size: 4 runners per team
* Categories: Men's, Women's, and Co-ed
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
* Custom race bib & baton
* T-shirt
* Finisher medal for each participant
* Photos from the race
* Post-race refreshments and music Access to the "Finish Line Celebration Zone" at Wilson Park.
POST RACE:
Post-race food and music at Wilson Park to celebrate the event.
The Connecting Compton Relay is a community-based, 13.3-mile (slightly over half- marathon distance) 4-member team relay race. Each member will carry and pass on batons to their teammate at designated exchange zones across Compton. The event is designed to bring together runners of all levels from first-time participants to seasoned athletes to experience the power of teamwork, community pride, and fitness while exploring the heart of Compton. There will be no street closures. Each participant should have experience running/walking on sidewalks and streets with traffic.
EVENT DETAILS:
DATE: Saturday, February 28, 2026
TIME: 6:30 AM meeting time - 7 AM race start
START/FINISH LOCATION: Wilson Park- 123 N Rose Ave, Compton, CA 90221
PARKING: Street Parking and Dollarhide Community Center (301 N Tamarind Ave, Compton, CA)
DISTANCE: 13.3 Miles (Half Marathon Distance)
FORMAT: 4-Person Team Relay
RACE CONCEPT & COURSE:
Participants will run a looped route that highlights many areas in Compton. Each leg will begin and end at a relay exchange zone staffed by volunteers. The course will emphasize safety, visibility, and community engagement.
* LEG 1: Wilson Park -> North on Alameda -> Left on El Segundo -> Left on Central
Exchange at Centennial High School (2606 N Central Ave, Compton, Ca 90221- Front of School- Checkpoint 1) _APPROXIMATELY 3.27 MILES_
* LEG 2: Centennial High School -> Continue on Central -> Left on Alondra
Exchange at Compton High School (Alondra side of School, Oleander/Alondra- Checkpoint 2)- _APPROXIMATELY 3.12 MILES_
* LEG 3: Compton High School -> Continue on Alondra
Exchange at McDonald's- (7357 Alondra Blvd, Paramount, Ca 90723- Alondra/Garfield- Checkpoint 3) _APPROXIMATELY 3.36 MILES _
* LEG 4: McDonald's -> Left on Garfield -> Left on Somerset/Compton Blvd
Finish back at Wilson Park (_APPROXIMATELY 3.55 MILES)_
EVENT GOALS:
* Promote Health & Wellness: Encourage physical activity and teamwork within the community.
* Highlight the City of Compton: Showcase local parks, schools, and neighborhoods in a positive light.
* Foster Community Pride: Unite residents, organizations, and small businesses through a signature citywide event.
RACE PACKET PICKUP:
Bib/Race packet pickup on the following days and times:
* Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm- Centennial High School Track area (Track Thursday)-
* Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 1 pm - 4 pm
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION:
* Team Size: 4 runners per team
* Categories: Men's, Women's, and Co-ed
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
* Custom race bib & baton
* T-shirt
* Finisher medal for each participant
* Photos from the race
* Post-race refreshments and music Access to the "Finish Line Celebration Zone" at Wilson Park.
POST RACE:
Post-race food and music at Wilson Park to celebrate the event.
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Compton Run Club- Connecting Compton Relay Race
Incl. $9.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th February 2026 (6:30AM PST)
$149.40
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123 N Rose Ave, Compton, 90221, CA, United States
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