Earth Day Buckle Mania

Earth Day Buckle Mania is a multi-day ultrarace held in Abilene, Kansas, at 1943 Indy Road, in a private park. The event offers 12-, 24-, and 48-hour options, with participants running on a 1.8228-mile certified paved loop through a shaded, picturesque setting. Runners earn buckles for completing any of the distances: 50K, 50 miles, 100K, 100 miles, 150 miles, or 200 miles, and may collect up to six buckles.

Lodging is free for runners, with heated showers, cabins, heated buildings, and RV hookups; pacers are allowed after 12 hours, though muling is not permitted. The race spans April 24–26, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.