
Bikes & Beers Middletown is a road cycling race on October 3, 2026 in Middletown, DE, with entry fees from $59 to $79.
From the Organizer
Register for Delaware's 6th Annual Bike Ride & Beer Festival 2026! BIKES & BEERS Cycling Event Series is at CROOKED HAMMOCK BREWERY for the Best Bike Ride & Beer Event in the business! Ride a 15, 30, or 45-mile route through the beautiful area of Middletown, Delaware followed by a post-ride Beer Festival! Bikes & Beers DELAWARE is the area's premier cycling event departing from CROOKED HAMMOCK BREWERY and traveling the beautiful area of Middletown, DE. All rides feature morning fuel stations, marked routes, GPS turn-by-turn instruction, rest stops, refreshments, ride marshals, and SAG support. Finish back at CROOKED HAMMOCK BREWERY for a beer festival atmosphere of rewarding craft beers, live music, a charity raffle & much more!
This is a ride for everyone - All riding levels are welcome!
*Further event information will be communicated in emails after registration and in the days and weeks leading up to event day!
Riders will also receive a free raffle ticket for a chance to win a brand-new bike and a ton of other prizes including a private brewery tour and cycling gear!
Benefitting local cycling charities to help improve the cycling conditions in your area. Have fun, and give back!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
74°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newark Ag Farm, 15 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
58 ft
Nearest Airport
ILG
Wilmington Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 36 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Road cycling rewards pacing judgment and consistent time on your bike more than raw power. If you already ride regularly and can comfortably ride a few miles, you have a good starting base for most beginner-friendly events.
Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.
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Bikes & Beers Middletown
Oct 3, 2026