Race/LA

About Race/LA

In Race/LA, teams of two make their way to locations both famous and little-known, performing physical and mental challenges and solving clues that lead them to their next destinations while racing against other teams in a heated competition to reach the finish line first.

Inspired by TV's The Amazing Race, and now in its eighth year, Race/LA introduces (or reintroduces) you to just a few of the Los Angeles area's many cultural, historical, natural and entertainment-related attractions - from hidden Hollywood secrets to spectacular architectural treasures, and from tranquil parks and gardens to frenetic urban shopping areas.

Spend an unforgettable day on a uniquely awesome journey. Go on a round-the-world adventure right here in Los Angeles that will have you discovering new places, solving challenging clues, meeeting new people and having a fun-filled day you'll never forget!

Race/LA Overview

TRAVEL is by car, on foot, and occasionally by other methods. Race/LA may occur anywhere within Los Angeles County, usually covering between 25 and 50 driving miles from start to finish. Players will not know in advance exactly where they will be traveling.

CLUES are in sealed envelopes at each location, and may be photographs, hints, puzzles, specific directions or some combination of these. Teams often have to perform a certain task before receiving their next clue.

ONE WAY clues contain a task that only one member of each team will perform.

INTERSECTION clues give teams a choice of two different tasks, with different advantages and disadvantages to each.

MERGE clues force two teams to temporarily team up to complete a task together.

FASTLANE cards allow teams to skip one location.

GRIDLOCK cards allow you to delay another team by five minutes.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Players should be in reasonably good physical condition. Race/LA is a day-long, physically active event. Teams should be able to think and act quickly, and work well together.

COST: $95 per person / $190 per team.

LENGTH OF THE RACE is usually between 6 and 7 hours, beginning at 9:30 am.

MONITORS are an integral part of Race/LA, and often have as much fun as players. Monitors are stationed at locations throughout the race. To read more about Race/LA Monitors, click here.

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