HMFA’s Tour de Heartland Fundraiser 2027
- Date
- Saturday, September 11, 2027
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Greenview, Illinois
- Entry fee
- From $35 · goes up to $40 on Aug 29, 2027
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tour de Heartland - 50 Mi Ride | Bike RideBike 50 mi | Sep 11, 20278:00 AM | $45$50 after Aug 29, 2027 | – |
| Tour de Heartland - 17 Mile Ride | Bike RideBike 17 mi | Sep 11, 20278:15 AM | $40$45 after Aug 29, 2027 | – |
| Tour de Heartland - 12 Mile Ride | Bike RideBike 12 mi | Sep 11, 20278:30 AM | $35$40 after Aug 29, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Tour de Heartland - 50 Mi Ride: $45 until Aug 29, then $50 until Sep 11.
- Tour de Heartland - 17 Mile Ride: $40 until Aug 29, then $45 until Sep 11.
- Tour de Heartland - 12 Mile Ride: $35 until Aug 29, then $40 until Sep 10.
Online registration closes Sep 11, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:34 AM, and the Tour de Heartland - 50 Mi Ride starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 520 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
146 E Washington St, Greenview, IL 62642
- Directions to the start
- Course map on Ride with GPS
- Course map on Ride with GPS
- Course map on Ride with GPS
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Course profile: how hilly is HMFA’s Tour de Heartland Fundraiser?
The 44-mile bike course climbs 833 feet, about 19 feet a mile: flat.
| Course | Distance | Climbing | Terrain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tour de Heartland - 50 mi (v2 - 45 mi)Bike, loop | 44 mi | 833 ft | flat |
| Tour de Heartland - 17 mi (v2)Bike, loop | 16.2 mi | 301 ft | flat |
| Tour de Heartland - 12 mi (v2)Bike, loop | 12.2 mi | 242 ft | flat |
From the course maps the organizers publish on Ride with GPS and MapMyRun; climbing is the total gain the map reports. Courses can change between editions, so check the date on the map.
Where HMFA’s Tour de Heartland Fundraiser ranks
- No. 21 of 50 on Flattest bike rides
National lists computed from results, entry fees, course maps and water temperatures; they refresh through the day.
Typical race-day weather
Around September 11 the day usually runs from 61°F at dawn to 81°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 9% of days. Cold snaps dip to 51°F and hot years reach 90°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 146 E Washington St, Greenview, IL 62642Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 520 feet
- Included with entry
- Water Bottle
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- Bike Ride
- Editions
- 2027 (Sep 11, 2027), 2026 (Sep 12, 2026), 2025 (Sep 6, 2025), 2024 (Sep 7, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is HMFA’s Tour de Heartland Fundraiser?
- Saturday, September 11, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $35 before processing fees, and rises to $40 on Aug 29, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Sep 11, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances are offered?
- Bike Ride.
- Where does it start?
- 146 E Washington St, Greenview, IL 62642.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on Ride with GPS; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Ride Information
The Historic Marbold Farmstead Association (HMFA) in Greenview, IL is excited to host its 3rd annual Tour de Heartland bike ride fundraiser—a celebration of fitness, fun, and community spirit in support of one of Menard County’s most treasured historic sites.
This year, riders can choose from three scenic routes, all starting and ending at the Historic Marbold Farmstead. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist seeking a challenge or a casual rider looking for a beautiful day in the countryside, there’s a route designed for every level.