Good Neighbor Relay

The Good Neighbor Relay is a community endurance event built around teamwork, movement, and giving back. Whether you run every loop, walk every mile, or mix a little of both, this event is designed to bring people together in support of our neighbors in need.

Held on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Pike County Primary School, teams of two will take turns completing a mostly trail-based loop of approximately 3 miles. While one teammate is out on the course, the other rests and recovers at home base before being tagged in for the next loop.

Participants may choose between two event options:

12 Hour Relay — Starts at 6:00 AM and concludes at 6:00 PM
6 Hour Relay — Starts at 12:00 PM and concludes at 6:00 PM

In addition to the relay events, informal kid fun runs will take place throughout the day to encourage families and children to be part of the experience.

All proceeds will benefit the Pike County Free Lunch Program and Backpack Buddies of Georgia, two organizations working to fight food insecurity in our community. The Pike County Free Lunch Program is currently operating with a $38,000 deficit, making community support more important than ever.

The goal of the Good Neighbor Relay is simple: promote community involvement, encourage healthy lifestyles, foster teamwork, and support local organizations serving families in need.

Participant Information

All participants will receive an event t-shirt
Teams are encouraged to set up a home base area at the track during the event
Each team will receive a large trash bag and is expected to clean up their area before leaving
We believe in the mindset: Leave it better than you found it

Event Notes

This is a cupless event — please bring a reusable water bottle
Water and electrolytes will be provided
Participants are responsible for bringing their own snacks, meals, and endurance fuel
Local food trucks and vendor tents are anticipated to be on-site with food and drinks available for purchase throughout the day

Come move with us, support your community, and be a good neighbor.