What began as a gathering of local antique tractor, machinery, and engine enthusiasts has grown into an annual tradition and one of Western New York’s premier showcases of agricultural heritage. The three-day event features an array of working antique equipment, live demonstrations and hands-on activities for all ages.

Highlights include:

– Operating sawmill, blacksmith shop, machine shop, and print shop

– Museum-quality exhibits: gas station, kitchen, “The Den,” engines and more

A demonstration is pictured during a past Antique Equipment Show at the Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association’s showgrounds in Stockton.

– Antique cars, household items, and historical farming tools

– Tractor games, multiple tractor pulls, and competitive kids’ pedal tractor pull

– Daily parades, flea market, and the popular kids’ tractor petting zoo and activity area

– Live music, a bonfire, and food vendors including the Stockton Fire Department Chicken BBQ

“Reaching 50 years is a major milestone for our all-volunteer organization,” said Jen Mikula, secretary of the CCAEA. “We’re incredibly thankful to the community and local businesses whose continued and generous support has helped us grow and preserve this important piece of rural history.”

Antique equipment is pictured inside a building at the Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association’s showgrounds in Stockton.

Admission is $5 per person (children under 14 are free). Friday, Aug. 15, is Senior Citizen Day with a discounted gate fee of $3. Gates open at 8 a.m. daily.