CLINTON, Mich. — The Clinton Summerfest Antique Tractor Show and Festival will celebrate its 16th year on Saturday, June 14, 2025, offering a full day of nostalgic charm, community activities, and family-friendly entertainment from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Tate Park, located on US-12 across from Busch’s.
Organized by dedicated volunteers from Clinton and Manchester, the festival is spearheaded by board members John and Tuesdee Schiel of Manchester. Their efforts span all aspects of the event — from tractor registration to food service and auction coordination. The couple’s deep connection to the show stems from its impact on the community.
“It’s a great event just seeing the faces on the kids and adults looking at the old tractors,” said John Schiel. “Also watching the men and women talking about the memories of their grandparents’ old tractors.”
Opening ceremonies begin at 9 a.m. with a flag-raising by the Clinton American Legion and a prayer led by Tuesdee Schiel. The entertainment lineup includes:
- 9:15–10:00 a.m.: Merry Cloggers
- 10:15–11:00 a.m.: 42 North featuring John Valentin
- 11:15–12:00 p.m.: Larry Rothman
- 12:15–1:00 p.m.: Line Dancers
- 1:15–2:00 p.m.: Beau
- 2:15–3:00 p.m.: Dave Lane
Children’s activities include a 10 a.m. session and a 2 p.m. “money hunt” in corn. A kiddie tractor pull is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Throughout the day, families can enjoy craft booths, a jumpy castle, face painting, carnival games, wagon rides, and a showcase of vintage tractors.
The Schiel family’s personal connection to the event is longstanding. John first attended 13 years ago on his birthday, drawn by his passion for antique tractors. This year, the event falls on Tuesdee Schiel’s birthday, and she will mark the occasion by driving the couple’s Farmall BN tractor in the parade. “It is very enjoyable to be able to work on this project together with my husband and friends,” she said.
The festival concludes with a tractor parade along US-12 and through downtown Clinton at 3:30 p.m. Admission and tractor entry are free, though donations are welcome. Participants are also invited to bring tractors the night before; security will be provided.
Organizers aim to surpass their record of 98 tractors this year, continuing the festival’s tradition of celebrating agricultural history and small-town community spirit.
