Pumpkinvine Classic
Middlebury, Indiana · Saturday, September 12, 2026
The Pumpkinvine Classic is a cycling and trail running event held on Saturday, September 12, 2026. It is located at 240 US-20 in Middlebury, Indiana.
- Date
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM
- Location
- 240 US-20
Middlebury, Indiana
46540
United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps
Welcome to the 2026 Pumpkinvine Classic!
The Pumpkinvine Classic is back for it's 25th year! Starting and ending at Das Dutchman Essenhaus, in Middlebury, IN, riders can enjoy the crisp fall air while touring the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail, the MapleHeart Trail and the scenic countryside. This year, there will be extended on-trail options allowing cyclists to continue beyond Abshire Park in Goshen all the way to Studebaker Park in Elkhart as well as some longer road routes for those looking to get a bit further afield! Then, everyone will finish up with a hot lunch and amenities back at Essenhaus. There will also be a variety of festivals and goings-on in the area, so check out the lodging options below. Come for the ride and stay for the weekend!
For more events in the area, check out the Elkhart County CVB and the LaGrange County CVB!
Route Maps:
Select each route tab for a preview, then choose ‘view full’ to view elevation profiles, SAG locations and open times, etc. These routes are subject to change between now and ride day. For more detailed route descriptions, SAG info, the most current navigation files, etc., head over to our website here!
A couple route notes:
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For riders considering taking on the Bike Elkhart Century (B.E.C.), due to the constraints of location and volunteer availability, please note that to hit all of the SAG open hours, you'll need to be able to maintain a roughly 15mph pace throughout the day. Due to this, feel free to begin your ride before the stated 8am start time, knowing that your first SAG option (Studebaker Park at mile 22) opens at 8:30.
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The route maps for the Pumpkinvine Full Ride and the Whole Enchilada indicate a route that starts heading west to Goshen when leaving Essenhaus. Riders taking on these two routes may start in either direction and the routes are fully signed both ways.
The Pumpkinvine Classic is a fundraising event to support the development and maintenance of the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail through the work of the Pumpkinvine Trails Coalition, a 501(C)(3) based in Elkhart County.
Lodging:
There will be a block of rooms available to rent at a discount in Middlebury and in Shipshewana. To book a room at either location, CALL (don't book online) and let them know you're ‘participating in the Pumpkinvine Classic’ to receive the group rate:
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Middlebury - Das Dutchman Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center - (574) 825-9471 - Must book on or before August 10, 2026 to get the discounted rate. Essenhaus has availability Friday and Saturday nights. This is the location of the start/finish for all routes as well as where the after-ride meal will be held.
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Shipshewana - Bluegate Garden Inn - (260) 768-4725 - Must book on or before August 9, 2026 to get the discounted rate. The Bluegate only has rooms blocked for Friday evening. Located in downtown Shipshewana, the Bluegate is blocks away from the Shipshewana trailhead of the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail, allowing you to ride to the start in Middlebury if you'd like! The Bluegate only has rooms blocked for Friday evening.