Press Release: 63rd Tractor & Steam Engine Show – July 17–20 in Manhattan, IL
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jess Crane – Marketing & PR
Will County Threshermen’s Association
Email: wcta@willcountythresh.org
Website: WillCountyThresh.org
#######
Step Back in Time at the 63rd Annual Antique Tractor & Steam Engine Show
July 17–20, 2025 | Spiess Farm, Manhattan, IL
MANHATTAN, IL — Experience living history at the Will County Threshermen’s Association’s 63rd Annual Antique Tractor & Steam Engine Show, taking place July 17–20, 2025 at Spiess Farm, 13831 W Joliet Rd, Manhattan, IL (near Wilton Center). This beloved four-day event brings the past to life through vintage tractors, steam engines, working farm equipment, and old-fashioned family fun.
This year’s featured equipment includes Caterpillar and Massey Harris-Ferguson, showcased alongside a wide variety of antique machinery from all makes and models. Guests can see threshing, plowing, sawing, and other demonstrations just like they were done generations ago—highlighting the heritage of American farming and rural innovation.
Visitors of all ages will enjoy:
A steam-powered sawmill and blacksmith shop
Civil War living history camp
Garden and antique tractor pulls
Children’s farm play area with hands-on activities
Daily Parade of Power
Flea market and craft vendors
Food trucks, live music, and more
Admission: $8 adults, $4 ages 2–11. Children under 2 are free. Cash only, no ATM on site
Show Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily (weather permitting).
Parking is free.
Follow @WillCountyThresh on Facebook and Instagram for updates and highlights leading up to the show.
About the Will County Threshermen’s Association
The Will County Threshermen’s Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing America’s agricultural legacy. Through its annual Antique Tractor & Steam Engine Show and year-round community events, WCTA brings history to life by showcasing the tools, techniques, and traditions that shaped Midwest farming. Run entirely by volunteers, the organization celebrates the past while educating future generations.
######
