Potters Race Day 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Brady, Nebraska
- Entry fee
- From $25
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10k Potters Pasture Trail Run | 10K | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $30 | – |
| 5k Potters Pasture Trail Run | 5K | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $25 | – |
| MULTI EVENT PARTICIPANT | – | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $50 | – |
| 18 mi. Gravel/Pavement Ride | Other | Oct 17, 202610:00 AM | $35 | – |
| 42 mi Timed Gravel Race | Ultra | Oct 17, 202610:00 AM | $45 | – |
| 69 mi Timed Gravel Race | Ultra | Oct 17, 202610:00 AM | $55 | – |
| Mountain Bike Single Track | 10K | Oct 17, 202610:30 AM | $35 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10k Potters Pasture Trail Run: $30 until Oct 17.
- 5k Potters Pasture Trail Run: $25 until Oct 17.
- MULTI EVENT PARTICIPANT: $50 until Oct 17.
- 18 mi. Gravel/Pavement Ride: $35 until Oct 17.
Online registration closes Oct 17, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $30, entry is about 10 percent below a typical 10K in Nebraska, which costs $33.50 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in Nebraska runs 1:02:43, about 10:06 a mile, based on 21 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:06:49 and men in 57:00.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:53 AM, and the 10k Potters Pasture Trail Run starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 2,730 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
"New Camp at Potters Pasture", Brady, NE 69123
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 17 the day usually runs from 45°F at dawn to 68°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 11% of days. Cold snaps dip to 33°F and hot years reach 77°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- "New Camp at Potters Pasture", Brady, NE 69123Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 2,730 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Ultra, Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 17, 2026), 2025 (Sep 27, 2025), 2024 (Oct 12, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is Potters Race Day?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 17, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Nebraska?
- At $30, entry is about 10 percent below a typical 10K in Nebraska, which costs $33.50 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K, Ultra, Other.
- Where does it start?
- "New Camp at Potters Pasture", Brady, NE 69123.
From the organizers
POTTERS RACE DAY IS BACK!
Saturday, October 17th | Potters Pasture
Grab your bike, lace up your running shoes, round up your friends, and get ready for the 3rd Annual Potters Race Day!
Whether you’re chasing a podium, looking for a new challenge, or just want to spend an awesome fall day outdoors, there’s an adventure waiting for you at Potters Pasture.
GRAVEL RACES & RIDES
This year, we’ve beefed up the gravel options with three routes through the beautiful rolling hills of central Nebraska!
69 Miles — Go big! A timed gravel race for riders ready to test themselves.
41 Miles — Plenty of hills, gravel, and competition! This race will also be timed.