BFK's Fall Bike Celebration Bike Tour

Event Overview

BFK’s magnificent Fall Bike Celebration Bike Tour is always on the Sunday during the third full weekend of September (Sept. 20 in 2026). The ride offers something for everyone.

Tour Details

• Starting Point: Village of Vicksburg, Michigan
• Route Highlights: Explore the Amish country of Indiana
• Scenic Views: Past photogenic Vicksburg Quilt Trail paintings
• Finish Line: Grounds of the Vicksburg Historic Village

The tour is supported with maps, SAG stops & snacks, and clearly marked routes. All riders will enjoy a delicious meal at ride’s end!

Pre-Registration Benefits

• Ice Cream Coupon: Free cyclist’s Ice Cream cone at Apple Knocker's Ice Cream Parlor
• Discounts: Working on a discount with The Distant Whistle Brewhouse
• Packet Pick-Up: Pre-registered riders can skip the line at Saturday’s Ice Cream Social
• More Info: Go to our dedicated web page HERE for detailed information.

Routes

BFK's Fall Bike Celebration Ride includes many great routes, all starting and finishing on the grounds of the wonderful Vicksburg Historic Village (see HERE for map).

• Shipshewana Century: 100-ish miles
• Covered Bridge Metric Century: 60-65 miles
• Covered Bridge Scenic “40”: 35-40 miles
• Vicksburg Quilt Trail: 17-ish miles

For details about the routes and online maps (when finalized in September) go to our separate ROUTES web page.

Start & Finish Location

All routes provide a wonderful way to enjoy the beauty of the fall on the calm rural roads in scenic SW Michigan and will get glimpses of the Vicksburg Quilt Trail paintings, starting and finishing at the fascinating Vicksburg Historic Village.

Registration Notes

• Family Registration: Must complete a form listing all participating family members.
• Refund Policy: Fees are non-refundable unless BFK cancels the Ride.
• Safety Notes: Ride is rain or shine: route cancellations may occur due to emergencies.
• Additional Details: Refer to our Fall Bike Celebration website for more details.

Ride Safety

• Helmet Requirement: All riders must wear helmets.
• Signal Intentions: Communicate your plans to others.
• Follow Rules: Obey traffic signs and lights.
• Ride Safely: Point out hazards and keep to the right.

Have a safe and happy ride!

Health Advisories

Let’s make the Fall Bike Celebration a safe success. Consult your health professional and our Health Advisories page.

Event URL

For more information and registration, visit BFK Fall Bike Celebration.