ELNORA — A celebrated late-summer tradition is set to bring thousands of agricultural enthusiasts, historians, and families to northern Daviess County. The White River Valley Antique Show will make its annual return to the Daviess County Fairgrounds and Antique Grounds from September 9th through September 12th.
The four-day festival highlights the rich agricultural history of Southern Indiana, showcasing historical machinery, live heritage demonstrations, and traditional rural entertainment.
Each year, the White River Valley Antique Association highlights a specific brand of vintage farm equipment. This year’s featured brand is Case tractors, bringing dozens of restored powerhouses and rare historical models to the main display area.
Adding to the excitement, the popular television series Classic Tractor Fever is scheduled to film on-site throughout the event, capturing the stories behind the machinery and highlighting local collectors for a national audience.
Schedule Highlights & Evening Main Events
Beyond the static displays, visitors can look forward to a full lineup of daytime demonstrations and high-energy evening arena events:
- Daytime Attractions: Live threshing and sawmilling, sorghum making, steam engine demonstrations, an expansive flea market featuring antiques and crafts, and a wide selection of local food vendors.
- Nightly Grandstand Events:
- Horse Pulls: Traditional draft horse competitions testing raw power.
- Tractor Pulls: Antique tractor classes putting classic engines to the test.
- Saturday Night Rodeo: A fan-favorite finale featuring traditional rodeo events.
Admission and Volunteer Information
Organizers aim to keep the event accessible for families while supporting the ongoing preservation of the grounds.
| Details | Information |
| Dates | September 9–12 |
| Location | Daviess County Fairgrounds & Antique Grounds (Elnora, IN) |
| Adult Admission | $10 per day |
| Children (14 & under) | FREE |
