Ad Astra Running BILLY MILLS 10K
- Date Sun 18th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Lawrence, Kansas
- Price $38.10 - $64.60
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 11th Annual Ad Astra Running Billy Mills 10K, taking place on Sunday, October 18, 2026, in beautiful Lawrence, Douglas County. This scenic 6.2-mile run/walk follows the stunning Billy Mills Trail, renowned as the championship cross country course at Haskell Indian Nations University, the alma mater of Olympic legend Billy Mills. Known for its well-maintained and safe course, this event welcomes runners of all skill levels, making it a perfect opportunity to challenge yourself or enjoy a leisurely walk amidst the fall foliage.
Don't miss your chance to join the excitement! While online registration closes at midnight on Friday, you can still register in-person on Saturday, October 17, from 12 PM to 5 PM at Ad Astra Running. All participants will receive a stylish long-sleeve race shirt, a custom finisher's medal, and a $10-off coupon for shoes at Ad Astra Running. With cash prizes and gift certificates available for top finishers in various categories, including overall winners and age groups, there's plenty of motivation to cross that finish line. Plus, for those who can't make it to Lawrence, a virtual race option is available, allowing you to
Don't miss your chance to join the excitement! While online registration closes at midnight on Friday, you can still register in-person on Saturday, October 17, from 12 PM to 5 PM at Ad Astra Running. All participants will receive a stylish long-sleeve race shirt, a custom finisher's medal, and a $10-off coupon for shoes at Ad Astra Running. With cash prizes and gift certificates available for top finishers in various categories, including overall winners and age groups, there's plenty of motivation to cross that finish line. Plus, for those who can't make it to Lawrence, a virtual race option is available, allowing you to
Organiser's Description
ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE FRIDAY NIGHT AT MIDNIGHT. IT WILL STILL BE POSSIBLE TO REGISTER IN-PERSON AT SATURDAY'S PACKET PICK-UP, 12-5PM AT AD ASTRA RUNNING.
Now in its eleventh year, this 6.2-mile run/walk follows beautiful Billy Mills Trail, the championship cross country course at Haskell Indian Nations University, alma mater of Olympic Legend Billy Mills, still the only American ever to win gold at 10,000 meters. The course is carefully maintained and safe for runners of all ability levels. (A popular virtual option is also offered for Billy Mills fans across the country and around the globe.)
All paid participants receive a LONG-SLEEVE RACE SHIRT, CUSTOM FINISHER'S MEDAL, and $10-OFF SHOE COUPON to Ad Astra Running. Overall, age-graded masters, and age group winners receive a combined $750 in gift certificates to Ad Astra Running:
* AWARDS:
* OVERALL:
* 1st Place -- $100 GC to Ad Astra Running
* 2nd Place -- $50 GC to Ad Astra Running
* 3rd Place -- $30 GC to Ad Astra Running
* AGE-GRADED MASTERS:
* 1st Place -- $50 GC to Ad Astra Running
* 2nd Place -- $25 GC to Ad Astra Running
* AGE GROUPS (Elem, JrHS, HS, 19-25, 26-32, 33-39, 40-46, 47-53, 54-60, 61-67, 68-74, 75+):
* 1st Place -- $15 GC to Ad Astra Running
* VIRTUAL OPTION:
* Receive a long-sleeve race shirt and official finishers medal for your commitment to walk or run 6.2 miles during the months of October or November. Submitting results is not required.
* Shipping is included to addresses outside Lawrence, KS; items will ship in mid-October, after the running of the in-person race.
* Virtual participants residing in Lawrence, KS, once notified, can pick up their shirt & medal in person at Ad Astra Running, 835 Massachusetts, during regular store hours (M-F 10-7, Sat 10-5, Sun 11-5).
* PACKET PICK-UP:
* Saturday, October 17th, 12:00-5:00pm at Ad Astra Running (835 Massachusetts, Lawrence, KS)
* (Out-of-towners ONLY: Sunday, October 18th, 7:00-7:20am at race course finish line)
* ENTRY FEES:
* IN-PERSON RACE:
* Sept. 1st - Sept. 30th: Adults $45, Students (K-12) $30
* OCT. 1ST - OCT. 17TH: ADULTS $55, STUDENTS (K-12) $35
* VIRTUAL RACE (NOTE: Items will ship OCT. 2026):
* Sept. 1st - Sept. 30th: $55 (all ages)
* OCT. 1ST - OCT. 17TH: $60 (ALL AGES)
ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE FRIDAY NIGHT AT MIDNIGHT. IT WILL STILL BE POSSIBLE TO REGISTER IN-PERSON AT SATURDAY'S PACKET PICK-UP, 12-5PM AT AD ASTRA RUNNING.
Now in its eleventh year, this 6.2-mile run/walk follows beautiful Billy Mills Trail, the championship cross country course at Haskell Indian Nations University, alma mater of Olympic Legend Billy Mills, still the only American ever to win gold at 10,000 meters. The course is carefully maintained and safe for runners of all ability levels. (A popular virtual option is also offered for Billy Mills fans across the country and around the globe.)
All paid participants receive a LONG-SLEEVE RACE SHIRT, CUSTOM FINISHER'S MEDAL, and $10-OFF SHOE COUPON to Ad Astra Running. Overall, age-graded masters, and age group winners receive a combined $750 in gift certificates to Ad Astra Running:
* AWARDS:
* OVERALL:
* 1st Place -- $100 GC to Ad Astra Running
* 2nd Place -- $50 GC to Ad Astra Running
* 3rd Place -- $30 GC to Ad Astra Running
* AGE-GRADED MASTERS:
* 1st Place -- $50 GC to Ad Astra Running
* 2nd Place -- $25 GC to Ad Astra Running
* AGE GROUPS (Elem, JrHS, HS, 19-25, 26-32, 33-39, 40-46, 47-53, 54-60, 61-67, 68-74, 75+):
* 1st Place -- $15 GC to Ad Astra Running
* VIRTUAL OPTION:
* Receive a long-sleeve race shirt and official finishers medal for your commitment to walk or run 6.2 miles during the months of October or November. Submitting results is not required.
* Shipping is included to addresses outside Lawrence, KS; items will ship in mid-October, after the running of the in-person race.
* Virtual participants residing in Lawrence, KS, once notified, can pick up their shirt & medal in person at Ad Astra Running, 835 Massachusetts, during regular store hours (M-F 10-7, Sat 10-5, Sun 11-5).
* PACKET PICK-UP:
* Saturday, October 17th, 12:00-5:00pm at Ad Astra Running (835 Massachusetts, Lawrence, KS)
* (Out-of-towners ONLY: Sunday, October 18th, 7:00-7:20am at race course finish line)
* ENTRY FEES:
* IN-PERSON RACE:
* Sept. 1st - Sept. 30th: Adults $45, Students (K-12) $30
* OCT. 1ST - OCT. 17TH: ADULTS $55, STUDENTS (K-12) $35
* VIRTUAL RACE (NOTE: Items will ship OCT. 2026):
* Sept. 1st - Sept. 30th: $55 (all ages)
* OCT. 1ST - OCT. 17TH: $60 (ALL AGES)
ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE FRIDAY NIGHT AT MIDNIGHT. IT WILL STILL BE POSSIBLE TO REGISTER IN-PERSON AT SATURDAY'S PACKET PICK-UP, 12-5PM AT AD ASTRA RUNNING.
Races
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In-Person (Adult)
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$59.30
CLOSED -
In-Person (Student K-12)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
Virtual (All Ages)
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
$64.60
CLOSED
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