Season 12

A new season kicks off with four new teams embarking on the journey of a lifetime. Tears flow for Team Blue as they get answers to questions they’ve had their whole lives. Team Red discovers that one of their talents is a family trait.

On day two, the teams complete a challenge that leaves them hanging. Teams Green and Red both receive devastating news. Teams Black and Blue discover family secrets and stories.

On day three, the teams struggle to complete their most difficult challenge so far. Teams Blue and Red each meet an unexpected family member, while Team Black recognizes immediately who’s waiting at the door.

On day four, the teams continue their quest to solve family mysteries. Teams Black and Red receive bittersweet news, while Teams Green and Blue are amazed to see striking resemblances in their newfound families.

The teams complete a big picture for day five’s challenge. Teams Red and Green feel more part of their families’ background, while Teams Blue and Black feel their family circle expand around them.

Day six brings new challenges and new family meetings. Team Black celebrates a big birthday with an incredible surprise, Team Red gets challenging news, and Teams Green and Blue connect with new cousins.

Things keep popping for the teams on day seven. Despite winning the benefit the day before, Team Blue is delayed due to an injury. Teams Green and Red learn more about their parents from their cousins. Team Black instantly recognizes their new family.

The teams are plunging forward as they head into day eight. Teams Blue and Black have emotional connections with people they knew before while Teams Green and Red get surprised by more than they ever dreamed.

On day nine, the teams stick together in hopes of reaching day 10. Teams Green, Black, and Blue all receive the final piece of their family puzzles, while Team Red learns more about their impressive family legacy.

On the final day of Relative Race, all four teams get a special surprise that brings them even closer. At the Forge Adventure Park outside Chicago, three teams will have to compete in three challenges to see who will take home the grand prize.