RIDGE FARM, IL (Chambana Today) – Mark your calendars for one of the summer’s loudest and most exciting events—Thunder on the Ridge, happening August 15th and 16th at Ward Park in Ridge Farm. This Tractor and Truck Pull brings together hometown pride and family-friendly entertainment.
The two-night event kicks off Friday the 15th at 6 p.m. with local barnyard and antique tractor pulls, including 12 classes ranging from 4,500 to 14,000 pounds, plus Old School IPA. Then on Saturday night, the Lowry Sled returns at 6 p.m. for eight sanctioned IPA classes, featuring Outlaw and N/A tractors, Pro Farm, Field Stock, 4×4 trucks, and Mini Rods.
Tickets are available at the gate:
- $25 entry fee per class for participants
- $10 gate admission for spectators
- Kids 8 and under get in free
- The stock draw bar scale opens both days at 4 p.m. For questions, call Brian Haga at 217-304-5715, Mike Spesard at 217-304-1005, or Ron Todd at 217-251-4536.
Sponsored in part by:
- Ehrich AG Solutions & Channel Seed – Ridge Farm
- YardStor – Ridge Farm
- Chrisman Farm Center – Chrisman
- Stateline Seed – Ridge Farm
- Longview Bank & Trust – Georgetown
- Primecut 41 Butcher Shop – Veedersburg, IN
- Dekalb-Asgrow Seed – Sarah Reedy
- Nutrien Ag Solutions – Dana, IN
- Prairieland Drainage – Catlin
- First Farmer’s Bank & Trust – Chrisman & Paris
Come see and feel the raw power, support local competitors, and enjoy a community tradition like no other. For updates, visit the Thunder on the Ridge Facebook page.
