Mackinac Bridge Antique Tractor Crossing & Show
September 12, 2026
Crossing begins approximately 8:30–8:45 AM
Hundreds of antique tractors will make their way across the Mackinac Bridge and into downtown St. Ignace during the annual Mackinac Bridge Antique Tractor Crossing.
Tractors leave the staging area on the Mackinaw City side between approximately 8:30 and 8:45 AM. After crossing the Mackinac Bridge, they take the first US-2 exit into St. Ignace, travel through downtown and finish at Little Bear East Arena.
Spectators can watch the tractors along the downtown route, with viewing extending from the Family Dollar area to NAPA. The St. Ignace Marina is also a viewing location, although parking there is limited.
Saturday at Little Bear East Arena
After the crossing, the event continues at Little Bear East Arena with activities for participants and spectators.
Tractor Games & Kid’s Pedal Pull
Approximately 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Annual Tug of War
Approximately 4:30 PM
Cake & Ice Cream Social
Approximately 5:00–5:30 PM
Food vendors will also be onsite Saturday.
Visitor parking for Little Bear East Arena is available across the street, with additional parking available downtown. Please do not park on Ojibwa Trail, in the Little Bear parking lot or in areas marked off for the event.
The Mackinac Bridge remains open to regular traffic during the tractor crossing. Tractors travel in the outside northbound lane.
Times and event details are subject to change due to weather, construction or local authority decisions.
For the latest official spectator information, visit MackinacBridgeCrossing.com.
Registration:
Participant registration is set to open on March 16, 2026.
Entry Fees:
Drivers: $75 (includes any applicable taxes)
Buddy Riders: $65 (includes any applicable taxes)
Club Membership Requirement: All participants must be members of a participating tractor club. During registration, you’ll need to specify your club affiliation. Clubs will verify memberships accordingly. If you’re seeking a club to join, a list of clubs and their contact information is available on the official website. For further assistance, you can email bridgecrossinginfo@owossotractor.com
Event Rules:
All participants are required to read and agree to the event rules before registering. The rules can be accessed on the official website.
Buddy Rider Pre-Approval:
Pre-Approval Requirement:
If you’re registering a new buddy seat, updating the number of people on your tractor, or have made any modifications to the seat (including installing it on a different tractor), pre-approval is mandatory before registering. This requirement does not apply to seats that have been previously approved without any changes.
Pre-Approval Process:
Submit six photos from different angles of the tractor and seat, highlighting how it’s mounted. After approval, you’ll receive a confirmation number via email, which is necessary for registration.
Entry Fees and Refund Policy:
Entry Fees: The entry fees include any applicable taxes.
Refund Policy: Please note that entry fees are non-refundable for any reason, including but not limited to illness, schedule changes, event cancellation, or weather conditions.
Mail-In or In-Person Registration:
While online registration is preferred, options for mail-in registration or in-person registration at the Owosso Tractor Parts store are available. Details and forms for these methods can be found on the official website.
Contact Information:
Rebecca: For any questions or assistance, you can contact Rebecca at 989-721-6882 (call or text) or via email at bridgecrossinginfo@owossotractor.com
For the most current information and updates, please visit the official Mackinac Bridge Antique Tractor Crossing website.
Please note that the information provided here is based on the latest available details as of March 14, 2025. It’s advisable to check the official website or contact the organizers directly for any further updates or changes.