The Annapolis RUN for The Light House offers a running and walking event with 1-mile and half-marathon distances starting at 8:00 AM on September 18, 2026. The race takes place at Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis, Maryland. Entry fees range from $25 to $121 depending on your distance and registration timing. If you can't make it to the venue in person, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete your chosen distance on your own schedule. This event supports The Light House organization while giving you the opportunity to race alongside other runners and walkers in the Annapolis area.
From the Race Organizer
The 17th annual Annapolis RUN for The Light House provides scenic half-marathon and 5k routes along the trails of Quiet Waters Park and through the beautiful Chesapeake Bay-front community of Hillsmere Shores. This race event is unlike any other in the greater Annapolis area! All proceeds from the RUN for The Light House will benefit The Light House in Annapolis, a well-known public charity working to end the cycle of homelessness and poverty. The race is organized by Friends of The Light House, Inc., also a public charity, and timing and race management are provided by T3 Race Management. Location Sassafras Pavilion in Quiet Waters Park - 600 Quiet Waters Park Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403 Dates In-Person - Sunday, September 20, 2026 Virtual - Friday, September 18 - Sunday, September 20, 2026 Race Starts 8:00am Half Marathon - 11:00am (must finish in 3 hours) 8:45am 5K 9:00am 1.25 mile Walk All Half Marathon participants should be at the starting line no later than 7:45am and 5K by 8:30am. All participants must finish by 11:00am. Registration and Race Entry Fee Information Half Marathon Until July 1st - $99.58 (includes fees) July 1st - September 1st - $115.48 (includes fees) From September 1st to Race Day - $129.26 (includes fees) 5k Until July 1st - $49.76 (includes fees) July 1st - September 1st - $54 (includes fees) From September 1st to Race Day - $64.60 (includes fees) 1.25 Mile Walk - $27.50 (includes fees) Virtual Half Marathon - $32.80 (extra fee for shirt) Virtual 5K - $32.80 (extra fee for shirt) Please note that registrations are limited. Registration is available online through September 16, 2026, or until we SELL OUT! If the race is not filled by this date, late registration may be available at packet pick-up and race day until sold out. Shirts are not guaranteed if ordered past August 1st. In-Person Race Fee Includes Commemorative race running shirt 5k - Technical Short Sleeve Half Marathon - Technical Long Sleeve Finisher Medal In-person Half Marathon and 5k Finishers Race support and beverage stations - Post Race Breakfast Timing bib (5k and Half Only) Rules All participants must finish by 11:00 AM All participants in the Half Marathon must be at least 12 years old All participants in the 5k must be at least 6 years old No headphones Runners only, no wheels, no strollers No pets Stay to the right unless passing The timing bib must be worn as directed to be officially scored. Packet Pick Up Instructions - Saturday, September 19th at The Light House Shelter, 10 Hudson (Half Marathoners and 5K runners Only!) ~ (Walkers: There is NO packet pick-up for you, we look forward to seeing you on race day!) DATE: Saturday, September 20, 2026 TIME: 8:00am - Noon LOCATION: The Light House, 10 Hudson Street, Annapolis, MD 21401 (Note: this is a different location than the race) DRIVE THRU Pick-Up - Stay in you vehicle Turn on to Hudson Street Turn Left into The Light House parking lot Pull up to Table, please stay in your car and someone will bring your Packet to you Please pull straight ahead; take a left to exit out of the parking lot onto Willow St. There is no mailed race packet option. For in-person participants, packets include BIB and safety pins, a race shirt, and a swag bag. Awards ● There will be finisher medals for the Half Marathoners and 5k! ● Super cool Awards will be for the top 3 finishers in various age categories Volunteers Volunteering at the RUN is super fun and a great way to help The Light House! Students can receive service hours for volunteering! (children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult) Please click the link and fill out the VOLUNTEER FORM. HERE Photos! We love seeing your pre and post-race photos! TAG US at @FriendsOfTheLightHouse . You can post them directly to the RunSignup photo page HERE , or email them to events@friendslhs.org with your permission to post. Race Results In-person race results will be monitored by T3 Race Management and posted to RunSignUp.com. Virtual race participants must submit results by heading to the RunSignUp.com Results Page by Sunday, September 14th at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Click Here BREAKFAST Donation Drive Help fill our Light House Food Pantry: Donations can be dropped off at Packet Pick-Up or on Race Day. Boxed cold cereal - smaller boxes are best Instant oatmeal - packets or microwave cups Cereal/breakfast bars Canned fruits/fruit cups - preferably pop tops Shelf-stable milk - 32oz box most needed size Shelf stable fruit juice - 100% juice, 32oz or smaller bottles Parking Parking can be found throughout Quiet Waters Park. There will be signs and volunteers directing you to parking options on Race Day. No parking is allowed on the grass or anywhere that is not a designated parking spot. Virtual Option We are excited to offer a Virtual option for the Half Marathon and 5K. Virtual races are fun and convenient! Run anytime and anywhere - solo or with your team between Friday, September 12th and Sunday, September 14th. Here's how the virtual ra
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When is Annapolis RUN for The Light House 2026 — Annapolis, MD?
Annapolis RUN for The Light House 2026 — Annapolis, MD takes place on September 18, 2026. The race is held in Annapolis, Maryland.
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Annapolis RUN for The Light House 2026 — Annapolis, MD is held at 600 Quiet Waters Park Road in Annapolis, Maryland.
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