Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Held at the beautiful Trap Pond State Park, this event takes runners on a scenic and invigorating course along the Bob Trail—a 4.5-mile loop around the 90-acre Trap Pond. The route winds through towering hardwood forests, crosses a picturesque dam at Raccoon Pond, and ventures over boardwalk bridges through freshwater swamps. Runners will be treated to breathtaking views of vibrant fall foliage, offering a colorful backdrop and a true taste of Sussex County’s lowland beauty during peak autumn. Lace up and run with purpose—your participation helps support the transformative work of Legacy Academy!   Find out more about Legacy Academy here. Find out more about the Bob Trail here.

Fun run starts at 3:30PM on Sat Nov 21 2026 5K race starts at 4:00PM on Sat Nov 21 2026 2 Mile Walk starts at 4:10 PM on Sat Nov 21 2026 Purpose: The goal is to raise money for a fenced in area with a volleyball court, picnic tables, a playground, and other fun spaces for the Laurel community to enjoy in the “Back Lot” parking lot space behind The Heirloom Hotel in downtown Laurel. The race will start at the roundabout in front of Agape Church and will end at the parking lot behind The Heirloom Hotel in downtown Laurel. Here’s everything you need to know: 🍂 Harvest Hustle 5K, 2 Mile Walk, & Fun Run 📅 Fun run starts at 3:30PM on Sat Nov 21 2026 5K race starts at 4:00PM on Sat Nov 21 2026 2 Mile Walk starts at 4:10 PM on Sat Nov 21 2026 📍 Starts: Roundabout at Agape Church 🏁 Finishes: Agape Back Lot behind The Heirloom Hotel in downtown Laurel 🏃 5K • 2-Mile Walk • Fun Run 👕 T-shirt + Finisher Medal guaranteed if you Register by October 19, 2026 🏆 Overall Male & Female Awards for 5K, 2 Mile Walk, & Fun Run 🥇 1st–3rd Place Male & Female Age Group Awards for the 5K race for the following ages: Under 10 10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50+ 🎭 Best Dressed Costume Contest 🎟️ Door Prizes 🎶 Live Music • Food Vendors • Community Fun

Race Against Hunger & Homelessness In Laurel, MD Together this Thanksgiving, we can #FightHunger, #FightHomelessness, and #FosterHope. Since 2004, this Thanksgiving morning tradition has drawn participants from across South Central Maryland and beyond. Each year, runners and walkers of all ages come out in the sun or rain, mild or cold, to support Laurel Advocacy & Referral Services, Inc. (LARS). The event raises money to help our neighbors fend off hunger, combat homelessness and achieve stability and self-sufficiency. JOIN US THURSDAY, NOV. 26laureladvocacy.org #LARS22ndTurkeyTrotFor more information, contact TurkeyTrot@laureladvocacy.org.

The race starts at the Thompson Park  6th St.,  runs through the hills north of town, and back to the park.  You can choose from a 2-mile, 4-mile, or 8-mile run. Note that the 8-mile race will start a 1/2 hour earlier, at 6:30 am. Register before 6/20/2025 to make sure you get a T-shirt.  Packet pick up will be July 2nd from 11am-3pm & July  3rd - 11am to 3pm at the Laurel Chamber of Commerce (108 E Main).  If at all possible, please pick up your packets at that time. Packets can also be picked up on the morning of the 4th before the race at Thomson Park

Join us on Saturday, October 9, 2027 at 8:00 am for the return of Caleb's Corner 5K in historic Laurel, MD Proceeds from the race and donations will benefit Caleb's Corner Charities (www.calebscorner.org) and their designees: Jopah Medical Center, Bawjiase Caleb's Corner Charity Library Project Appaah, Ashanti Region, Ghana Other CCC Health and Educational programs Event details and schedule: The 5K race will start at 8 am and the 1 mile Fun Run will start at 8:15 am The race is located at the Alice B. McCullough Field in historic Laurel, MD. 8th & Montgomery St, Laurel MD. 5k Runners will be professionally chip-timed by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing, LLC Price (includes processing charges): 5K - $35.00 for pre-registered participants (up until October 10) $40 for on-site registration on October 9 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk - $30.00 for pre-registered participants (up until October 8). $35 for on-site registration on October 9 Additional Details: Packet pickup and on-site registration will be held starting at 7:00 am. Medals will be awarded to all 5k Finishers! Prizes for top Male and Female Overall 5k. 10-Year Age Group Awards Participants will have water, fruit, and fruit snacks after the event. This event is RAIN OR SHINE!