By Scout Nelson
The Antique Farm Machinery Annual Show takes place in Wolford, North Dakota. This popular event celebrates the rich farming history of the prairie and offers one of the largest displays of traditional farm life in the state.
The show runs from June 12th through June 14, 2026 It will be held at the Dale and Martha Hawk Museum. All activities are available throughout the day, giving families many chances to explore, learn, and enjoy the event.
Visitors can view a large collection of antique farm machinery that shows how farmers worked in earlier times. These machines highlight the tools and methods that helped build prairie agriculture.
Activities are offered for all ages. Guests can enjoy a craft show with handmade items and local goods. A parade adds color and excitement to the event. Tractor treks allow visitors to see classic tractors in motion. Blacksmith demonstrations show how metal tools were once made by hand.
Other live demonstrations include plowing, saw mill and shingle mill operations, and threshing. These activities give visitors a clear look at how grain was processed in earlier farming years. Old time music adds to the traditional atmosphere and creates a friendly and relaxing setting.
Children can enjoy special kids activities designed to make learning about farming fun and interactive. Families can also visit the ice cream parlor and enjoy food and refreshments during their stay.
Guests over 12 years old pay a small fee, while children under 12 can enter free. This makes the event easy for families and community members to attend.
The Antique Farm Machinery Show helps protect farming traditions and share important history with new generations. It brings people together to celebrate hard work, rural life, and the tools that helped shape agriculture in North Dakota.
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Categories: North Dakota, Equipment & Machinery