Join us at Laurel Park for an exciting afternoon of live Thoroughbred racing featuring four stakes races, headlined by the legendary $150,000 DeFrancis Dash, one of Maryland’s premier summer sprint races.

The stakes action also includes:

  • $100,000 Japan Turf Cup

  • $100,000 Deputed Testamony Stakes

  • $100,000 Alma North Stakes

Gates Open at 11:00 AM – First Race starts at 12 PM

De Francis Dash Day Handicapping Challenge

Compete for Cash, a BCBC Seat, and a Chance to Play for $1 Million at the 2027 NHC.

Put your handicapping skills to the test during the De Francis Dash Day Handicapping Challenge at Laurel Park on Saturday, June 27.

Play for cash prizes, a seat in the 2026 Breeders’ Cup Betting Challenge (BCBC) at Keeneland, and a coveted berth to the 2027 National Horseplayers Championship (NHC) in Las Vegas, where the winner will compete for a newly announced $1 million grand prize and a share of more than $5.5 million in total cash and awards.

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BET THE EARLY / LATE VALUE PICK 5

Take advantage of Laurel Park’s popular Value Pick 5 wager with an industry-low 12% takeout, giving bettors more value on every ticket.

Get Expert Insights Before the Races

Watch Today at the Races for daily handicapping insights and race previews.

Live at 11:00 AM ET on the @MarylandRacing YouTube channel.

UPGRADE YOUR RACE DAY EXPERIENCE

DE FRANCIS DASH DAY BUFFET — $51 PER PERSON

PRE-EVENT

BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP
celery. corn tortilla chips.

AMBIENT SELECTIONS

ARTISAN CHEESE DISPLAY
domestic, international and local cheeses. quince paste.
candied nuts. citrus roasted olives. artisan breads & crackers. V

MARYLAND SWEET CORN AND TOMATO SALAD
heirloom and local tomatoes. sweet corn. pickled red onions. avocado. old bay citrus vinaigrette.

HOT SELECTIONS

PAN SEARED SEMI-BONELESS BREAST OF CHICKEN
summer tomato chutney.

PIMENTO MAC N CHEESE
garlic herb breadcrumbs. V

SAUTEED FRENCH BEANS
roasted shallots. V/GF

ROASTED SWEET POTATO WEDGES
harissa lime yogurt. dill.

DESSERTS

RICE PUDDING
jasmine rice. orange. coconut milk.

FRESH BAKED COOKIES
assorted flavors.

POST-EVENT

HOT DOGS
traditional accompaniments. Martin’s rolls.

BEVERAGES

coffee. tea. assorted soft drinks. bottled water.

CASH BAR

selection of beer, wine and seasonal drinks.

Whether you’re planning a day with friends, entertaining clients, or enjoying live racing and dining, DeFrancis Dash Day at Laurel Park offers a summer afternoon of racing, wagering, and hospitality.

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Reserve your seats today and come enjoy DeFrancis Dash Day at Laurel Park.
Wager. Watch. Win Big!

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Laurel, MD 20725

Physical Address:
RT 198 & Racetrack Road
Laurel, MD 20725

Phone: (301) 725-0400