ACORN's Tour de Farms takes place at 616 Exchange Street in Middlebury, Vermont on September 19, 2026. The event offers two cycling distances: a 40-mile option for riders seeking a substantial road workout and an 8-mile route for those preferring a shorter outing. The race starts at 8:30 AM. Entry fees range from $69 to $169 depending on registration timing and distance selection. Middlebury provides convenient access to the race venue, making it straightforward for traveling cyclists to reach the start line.
From the Race Organizer
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. 11 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 you’d like a scholarship or to purchase a ticket on a sliding scale: info@acornvt.org.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 19.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Middlebury, VT.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is ACORN’s Tour de Farms 2026 — Middlebury, VT?
ACORN’s Tour de Farms 2026 — Middlebury, VT takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Middlebury, Vermont.
Where is ACORN’s Tour de Farms 2026 — Middlebury, VT held?
ACORN’s Tour de Farms 2026 — Middlebury, VT is held at 616 Exchange St in Middlebury, Vermont.
Where can I find hotels near ACORN’s Tour de Farms 2026 — Middlebury, VT?
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