Planning to attend our 47th Annual Show? Here’s some general information to help you get the most from your visit.
SHOW DATES
Our 4th Annual Show will be held on Labor Day Weekend, September 2-5, 2022.
SHOW HOURS
Friday, September 2: 9 AM – 5 PM
Saturday, September 3: 9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday, September 4: 9 AM – 5 PM
Monday, September 5: 9 AM – 4 PM
LOCATION
Our show is held on the U.P. State Fairgrounds, U. S. Highway 2 & 41, Escanaba, Michigan. Please use the Parking Entrances on 14th Avenue North. Entry to the show through Ticket Gate only. No walk ins.
ADMISSION FEE
The gate charge is $6 per day per person. Weekend wristbands are also available for $10 each. Children 14 and under are admitted free of charge.
FEATURED EQUIPMENT
This year we are featuring International Harvester equipment.
We are proud to host the 2022 IHC Chapter 11 State Show and Summer Meeting
NEW FOR 2022
- Friday night concert featuring Tom Katalin & the Highway 41 band.
- Tractor games and slow races on Saturday.
- Hawaiian theme shopping cart decorating contest for kids 5-14.
- Barnyard theme trailer decorating contest.
DEMONSTRATIONS
During the show there are threshing and hay baling demonstrations on the Threshing Field.
Visit Antique Village to see our vintage saw mill in operation. The drag saw, rock crusher and shingle mill are also running. Step into the shops to see demonstrations of a variety of handcrafts.
Daily parades start at 1 PM and engine crank-ups start at 2 PM.
Tractor pulls start at 2 PM Sunday on the Activities Field.
PETS
Pets are welcome. However, if your animal is skittish about loud noises or crowds, you should leave it at home. All animals must be on a 6-foot leash and should not be taken into food service areas. Please pick up after your animal.
ACCESSIBILITY
The showgrounds are relatively flat and can be navigated easily. Because of the sandy soil, there is very little mud. All of the buildings are accessible.
GOLF CART RENTALS
We have a limited number of golf carts available for visitors who have mobility challenges. Rentals are located near the Ticket Gate.
TRACTOR TROLLEY
To help you get around, we offer a complimentary shuttle service during show hours. The route includes stops in the exhibition area, the flea market area, Antique Village, and the ticket gate.
FOOD
In Antique Village, the Cook Shack offers a selection of soups and sandwiches. The Scoop and Float Ice Cream Shop serves up hand-dipped cones and floats.
Our popular Pie Sale is located at the back of the Indoor Flea Market in the Miracle of Life Building.
In the exhibition area, enjoy an ear of our famous “steamed” corn cooked by a Port Huron steam engine.
You’ll also find various other food vendors on the showgrounds.
RESTROOMS
Restrooms are located in Antique Village, the Indoor Flea Market (Miracle of Life Building), the Knife and Gun Show (Swine Barn), the Ruth Butler Building, and in the Equipment Display area.
ATM
An ATM is located at the Grandstand.
LOST AND FOUND
The Lost and Found department is located in Antique Village’s Infirmary
SAFETY FIRST
Be alert for moving equipment. Antique equipment often lacks the driver visibility and breaking ability of modern machines. Please help avoid accidents by keeping minimum 3 feet distance from all running equipment.
MEDICAL EMERGENCY
Medical professionals are on the fairgrounds during show hours. For assistance, call 420-6594 or 420-6595.
GENERAL POLICIES
No bare feet on show grounds.
No alcoholic beverages are permitted in the exhibition areas.
We are a family friendly show. Appropriate behavior and dress are appreciated.
The U. P. Steam and Gas Engine Association reserves the right to eject from the showgrounds any person not adhering these guidelines.