TRACTOR Application - ALL WEEKEND

About the application:

Join Us for the Frankenmuth Farm Fest!
Celebrate Michigan’s proud agricultural roots with a weekend full of tractors, treats, and family-friendly fun at Frankenmuth River Place Shops! Wander through a vibrant display of tractors — from vintage classics to modern marvels — brought in by clubs and collectors from across the state.

In addition to the iron giants on display, guests can enjoy demonstrations, games and activities for all ages, a charming petting zoo, and a variety of local vendors offering handmade crafts, farm-fresh goods, and unique finds. Whether you’re a lifelong tractor enthusiast, a curious history lover, or just in search of a wholesome day out with the family, Farm Fest is the place to be!

Tractor Participants:
We welcome tractors of all types and vintages to be part of the show! Please be sure to fill out the correct vendor application form. Show hours are from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday, and 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Sunday. You're encouraged to stay later and enjoy the festivities — the complex remains open until 8:00 PM on Saturday and 7:00 PM on Sunday — but extended display time is optional. Set-up details and additional information will be shared via email after registration.

Got a Tractor? Bring it Along!
Old, new, red, green — we welcome tractors of all shapes and sizes. Just fill out the proper vendor form to sign up. Show times are 11 AM – 6 PM Saturday and 11 AM – 4 PM Sunday, with the option to stay a little longer and enjoy the evening fun (the shops stay open ‘til 8 PM Saturday and 7 PM Sunday). We’ll send out all the setup info you’ll need once you're registered.

Terms and Conditions:

Please read thoroughly before submitting your registration.

Event Dates & Times

• Saturday, August 23: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Sunday, August 24: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  Event takes place at 925 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734.

Tractor & Display Requirements

• We welcome tractors of all kinds — antique, vintage, or modern — but all displays must be safe, respectful, and appropriate for a family environment.
• Tractors must be self-contained. No electrical hookups are provided.
• Quiet generators are allowed but may be restricted if deemed disruptive by event management.
• If your tractor arrives on a trailer, you must unload and relocate your tow vehicle to a designated parking area before the event begins.

Event Features & Limitations

• No food, alcohol, or beverage sales are permitted by tractor participants.
• Activities may include farm-themed games, demonstrations, a small petting zoo, and vendor booths.
• Event takes place rain or shine. 

Setup & Departure

• Setup is permitted between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM on event days.
• All tractors must be in place and ready to display by 11:00 AM sharp.
• Participants are encouraged to remain through posted event hours. The event grounds close at 8:00 PM Saturday and 7:00 PM Sunday.
• All displays must be dismantled and cleared within one hour of the event closing each day unless prior approval is granted.

Cleanliness & Conduct

• Participants are responsible for keeping their display areas clean and free of trash.
• Trash should be bagged and left along the event field perimeter — do not use on-site trash cans. A $50 fine will be issued if this rule is not followed.
• Polite and respectful conduct is expected at all times. Rudeness, profanity, or unprofessional behavior may result in removal from the event and disqualification from future participation.

Public Liability Insurance

All participants bringing equipment or displays to Frankenmuth River Place Shops parking lot in the allocated festival grounds on Frankenmuth River Place Shops property must carry public liability insurance that is suitable, adequate, and appropriate for their level of involvement in the event. By submitting an application participant is agreeing and attesting that they carry an adequate amount of insurance to cover public liability and property damage, obtained at their own responsibility and agrees to the indemnification and limitation of liability, below.

Legal Compliance

Participants are responsible for compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, including proper licensing, tax collection, and health/safety regulations as needed.

Indemnification & Limitation of Liability

Participants agree to hold harmless and indemnify Frankenmuth River Place Shops, its officers, staff, and affiliated entities, against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, or expenses — including subrogation claims by insurers — arising from their participation.
Frankenmuth River Place Shops is not responsible for damage, theft, weather-related losses, equipment failure, or any other unforeseen events or acts of God.
Participation is at the sole risk of the exhibitor. Secure your own insurance for property and liability coverage.

Cancellations & Withdrawals

• Cancellations received in writing no less than 7 days prior to the event will be honored.
• No-shows, late arrivals, or early departures may result in disqualification from future events.

Non-Disparagement Clause

Participants agree not to make any disparaging remarks, either written or verbal, about Frankenmuth Farm Fest, Frankenmuth River Place Shops, its staff, affiliates, or ownership. Violations of this clause may result in immediate removal from the event and exclusion from future opportunities.

General Rights Reserved

Frankenmuth River Place Shops reserves the right to approve or deny applications at its sole discretion.
Event organizers may remove any participant or display that deviates from the submitted and approved application or violates these terms.

These Terms & Conditions are subject to change. Any amendments will be communicated in writing and become effective immediately.