MAY PIE RUN
May 31st, 8am-6pm
THE DRIVE
Join us Sunday, May 31st for our 2026 season opener. We will meet in Hastings MN to hit a few new roads and wind our way over to WI to revisit many old favorites. Approximately 270 miles.
THE FOOD
They do serve food, but Stockholm Pie is legendary for its amazing pie. Named the #1 Pie Shop in America by USAToday in 2024 and 2025 and recognized as one of the 11 Iconic Pie Shops in America by Food and Wine Magazine!
THE DETAILS
Sunday, May 31st 2026
Check-in: 8am, Hastings MN
Drivers Meeting: 8:40am
On the road: 9:00am
Lunch: 12:30pm, Stockholm WI
Finish 5:30pm, Alma WI
NOTE: plans and routes subject to change
JULY PASTA RUN
July 19th, 10am-6pm
THE DRIVE
On Sunday, July 19th, join us and fellow enthusiasts with a passion for the drive. This will be an abbreviated 170 mile tour starting with a spectacular lunch at 11:00am. Keep breakfast light and come hungry! Meet us at the restaurant by 12:30pm if not interested in lunch.
THE FOOD
Vino in the Valley is a unique, outdoor dining experience designed to stimulate all your senses. You’ll take in the sites of the emerging vineyard while dining on Italian nachos, gourmet pizzas, pasta, and sipping area made wine.
THE DETAILS
Sunday, July 19th 2026
Check-in: 10:30am, Ellsworth WI
Lunch: 11:00am, Ellsworth WI
Drivers Meeting - 12:40pm
On the road: 1:00pm
Finish 5:30pm, Alma WI
NOTE: plans and routes subject to change
AUGUST ICE CREAM RUN
August 23rd, 8am-6pm
THE DRIVE
Join us Sunday, August 23rd and experience some of the twistiest backroads the Midwest has to offer. Beginning in Alma WI where we often finish our drives, we will explore new roads deep in Southeastern MN. Approximately 280 miles.
THE FOOD
Lunch will be at Juniper's, where their "elevated fast casual cuisine" has made them a Top 4 culinary destination in Minnesota. Afterward, we'll make our way to Another Time Ice Cream for a few scoops of deliciousness!
THE DETAILS
Sunday, August 23rd 2026
Check-in: 8:00am, Alma WI
Drivers Meeting: 8:40am
On the road: 9:00am
Lunch: 12:00pm, Lanesboro MN
Finish 5:30pm, Gilmanton WI
NOTE: plans and routes subject to change
FALL TOUR
October 17-18th, 9am-5pm
THE DRIVE
Join us and your APEX family for another epic 2-day adventure Saturday, October 17th for an amazing drive. We will meet in Nelson WI and wind our way down many new roads south of LaCrosse. Return trip on Sunday. Approximately 450 miles.
THE FOOD
Details to come
THE DETAILS
Details to come
