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CONTACT: Karen Beasley, Vice President of Marketing & Communications
Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association
PHONE: 256.350.3500 / 800.648.5381
EMAIL: karen@northalabama.org
Step Back in Time and Celebrate the Rich Agricultural Heritage of North Alabama at the 33rd Annual Piney Chapel American Farm Heritage Days
Decatur, Ala. (June 16, 2025) – One of North Alabama’s largest antique engine and tractor shows returns to the Limestone County Sheriff’s Arena in August in celebration of rural American farming heritage. Set for August 1-2, 2025, the Piney Chapel American Farm Heritage Days features antique tractors, vintage farm equipment, engines, a parade, live demonstrations and more—offering a nostalgic journey through the heart of America’s farming legacy. Whether you're a history buff, a tractor enthusiast or just looking for a unique summer outing, the event promises fun for all ages.
Presented by the Piney Chapel Antique Engine and Tractor Association (PCAETA), the Piney Chapel American Farm Heritage Days is considered one of the best antique engine shows in Alabama offering festivalgoers a chance to see an array of farm equipment including gasoline and steam engines in action, horse-drawn equipment, antique tractors, cars and trucks and other farming collectibles.
The two-day event also offers a variety of flea market, parts and craft vendors and concessions. Proceeds from concession sales this year will go to the Owens Fire Department. Other activities for families to enjoy including tractor slow races, a skillet throw contest for ladies and pedal pull for the kids. Gates open at 7 a.m. both days.
A tractor parade ride featuring approximately 60 tractors is planned for Friday, Aug. 1 departing the Limestone County Sheriff’s Arena at 10 a.m. Spectators can catch a glimpse of the approximately 10 mile parade as it travels south on Lucas Ferry Road to W. Washington Street to the Athens Square. The parade will then travel north on Marion Street to Pryor Street for a brief stop at the Alabama Veterans Museum. Following a visit at the Museum, the route continues west on Pryor Street, south on Hines Street, right on Market Street and north on Lucas Ferry Road to the Sheriff’s Arena. A fish fry with live music follows at 5 p.m.
The event takes place at the Limestone County Sheriff’s Arena located at 18032 Buck Island Road/AL Hwy 99, Athens, Ala. Admission is $5 per person and free for children 12 years old and under. Parking is free. For more information, call Justin Romine at 256.762.2739, Matthew Thomas 256.497.6607, Allen Dement at 256.431.0619 or Eli Wallace at 256.497.1264 or visit the Piney Chapel Antique Engine Tractor Association Facebook page.
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About Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association (AMLA)
AMLA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the promotion and development of the $4.9 billion North Alabama travel industry within the 16 northernmost counties of the state. It is supported by 500-plus members consisting of chambers of commerce, Convention & Visitors Bureaus, attractions, campgrounds, festivals, communities, golf courses, restaurants, accommodations and vendors. Counties included within the AMLA region are Blount, Cherokee, Colbert, Cullman, DeKalb, Etowah, Franklin, Jackson, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Morgan and Winston. Additional information on North Alabama destinations, accommodations and special events is available by calling 800.648.5381, by visiting www.NorthAlabama.org and by following us on social media @VisitNorthAL.
