ACORN's Tour de Farms
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Middlebury, Vermont
- Price $74.14 - $127.14
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of cycling at ACORN's Tour de Farms on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in the picturesque town of Middlebury, Addison! This vibrant event invites riders of all skill levels to explore the stunning landscapes of Vermont as they pedal through charming back roads, visiting local farms in Middlebury, Weybridge, Cornwall, and Salisbury. Participants can choose between two exciting routes: a scenic 37-mile ride for the more adventurous and a family-friendly 8-mile ride perfect for all ages.
Enjoy delightful farm stops along the way, where you'll sample delicious offerings from the Champlain Valley's finest food producers. Don't fret about carrying your tasty finds; a convenient farm van will transport your purchases back to the finish line! With a welcoming atmosphere for all, including options for e-bikes and a rolling start time for different ride distances, this event is designed for everyone to enjoy. Plus, proceeds from the Tour directly support local food security and farm viability, making your ride not just fun but impactful. Join us for a memorable day of cycling, community, and celebration of Vermont's rich agricultural heritage!
Enjoy delightful farm stops along the way, where you'll sample delicious offerings from the Champlain Valley's finest food producers. Don't fret about carrying your tasty finds; a convenient farm van will transport your purchases back to the finish line! With a welcoming atmosphere for all, including options for e-bikes and a rolling start time for different ride distances, this event is designed for everyone to enjoy. Plus, proceeds from the Tour directly support local food security and farm viability, making your ride not just fun but impactful. Join us for a memorable day of cycling, community, and celebration of Vermont's rich agricultural heritage!
Organiser's Description
Join us for our second Tour de Farms in and around Middlebury, this year with a family-friendly route! Enjoy panoramic views and beautiful back roads as you visit local farms in Middlebury, Weybridge, Cornwall, and Salisbury, Vermont. This scenic ride features several relaxed farm stops with multiple food producers who will offer you a taste of all the Champlain Valley has to offer! All samples are included in the ride, but cash is handy in case you'd like to purchase products along the way. Don't worry about carrying all of your goodies on the bike; we'll have a farm van to pick up your purchases and deliver them to the finish for you!
Much of the course is along dirt and/or gravel roads, so grab your gravel grinder or your mountain bike. If you've got a road bike, consider putting wider tires on it for this ride. It'll be worth it! E-bikes are welcome and encouraged as a comfortable option. Many Vermont libraries offer free E-bike rentals, and our local bike shop and tour sponsor, Frog Hollow Bikes, has a great rental fleet.
Commemorative t-shirts and bike jerseys are available for pre-sale!
There will be a rolling start time for all ride distances. 37 Mile riders will begin between 9:00 and 9:30 am, plan to check in between 8:30 am and 9:30 am. 8 Mile riders will begin between 10:00 and 10:30 am, and plan to check in between 8:30 am and 9:30 am. Inexperienced and slower riders should plan to leave as close to 9 am as possible to ensure they complete the route, which is a little longer than in previous years. We will send off several different waves of riders, so don't feel like you have to be first in line. Waves prevent farm stops from becoming overwhelmed and ensure proper road safety.
100% of the proceeds from the Tour fund ACORN's work increasing local food security and farm viability. Given the importance of this ride to our work, we encourage riders to fundraise or make an additional donation if you're able to. FUNDRAISING IS NOT REQUIRED THIS YEAR, but with grants continuing to disappear, this is in an effort to lean on our community of supporters during this time of uncertain funding.
_No One Turned Away for Lack of Funds. Please get in touch with us if youd like a scholarship or to purchase a ticket on a sliding scale: info@acornvt.org._
Much of the course is along dirt and/or gravel roads, so grab your gravel grinder or your mountain bike. If you've got a road bike, consider putting wider tires on it for this ride. It'll be worth it! E-bikes are welcome and encouraged as a comfortable option. Many Vermont libraries offer free E-bike rentals, and our local bike shop and tour sponsor, Frog Hollow Bikes, has a great rental fleet.
Commemorative t-shirts and bike jerseys are available for pre-sale!
There will be a rolling start time for all ride distances. 37 Mile riders will begin between 9:00 and 9:30 am, plan to check in between 8:30 am and 9:30 am. 8 Mile riders will begin between 10:00 and 10:30 am, and plan to check in between 8:30 am and 9:30 am. Inexperienced and slower riders should plan to leave as close to 9 am as possible to ensure they complete the route, which is a little longer than in previous years. We will send off several different waves of riders, so don't feel like you have to be first in line. Waves prevent farm stops from becoming overwhelmed and ensure proper road safety.
100% of the proceeds from the Tour fund ACORN's work increasing local food security and farm viability. Given the importance of this ride to our work, we encourage riders to fundraise or make an additional donation if you're able to. FUNDRAISING IS NOT REQUIRED THIS YEAR, but with grants continuing to disappear, this is in an effort to lean on our community of supporters during this time of uncertain funding.
_No One Turned Away for Lack of Funds. Please get in touch with us if youd like a scholarship or to purchase a ticket on a sliding scale: info@acornvt.org._
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