LARS Race Against Hunger & Homelessness
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Event overview
The 22nd Annual LARS Race Against Hunger & Homelessness is a Thanksgiving morning community event held in Laurel, Maryland on November 26, 2026. The event is organized by Laurel Advocacy & Referral Services, Inc. and raises funds to help local residents address hunger, combat homelessness, and pursue stability and self-sufficiency.
The event is presented as a community tradition that began in 2004 and draws participants from across South Central Maryland and beyond. It includes in-person running and walking options as well as a virtual participation option and a donor category. The gathering takes place at Alice B. McCullough Field near Montgomery Street and 8th Street in Laurel, MD.
Distances featured in the in-person program include:
- 5K run
- 1 Mile walk
The format combines an outdoor gathering on Thanksgiving morning with fundraising for local social services. Information about registration windows and entry fees is published by the organizer. The description focuses on the event purpose, location, participant options, and the community tradition that has continued since 2004. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.