Laurel reopens to limited number of patrons, owners now allowed backstretch access

Monday, March 8, 2021
Monday, May 1, 2023

Laurel Park reopen for a limited number of patrons on live race days Friday, March 5, and also beginning immediately, licensed owners will be permitted access to the backstretch once again under specific protocols.

As was the case last fall when Laurel Park’s frontside reopened for patrons for about a month, the limit remains 250 people per orders from the state of Maryland and Anne Arundel County. 

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