Bob, I would like to echo many of the comments already mentioned. Most shows do not judge the tractors. It is more for exihibition and demonstration than competition. They try to provide a wide variety of activities that go on throughout the day. Some activities are tractor related such as slow tractor races, pushing a barrel, balance beam, backing a wagon, etc. These generally demonstrate the capabilities of the tractor and the skill of the driver. However, everybody is welcome to participate. Our club does not award prizes other than announcing the winner. Other activities are more demonstrative in nature such as the saw mill, grist mill, tractor pulls, horse pulls, parade, threshing, plowing, making candles and soap, weaving and the list goes on. Our local show also includes horses and antique cars and trucks. Again, no judging. Exhibiting equipment with the tractors is becoming a lot more common. To round it out, a flea market, food vendors and musical entertainment are provided.
One item to note is that at a lot of shows require each tractor operator to have a drivers license or be accompanied by someone with a license when operating the tractor near spectators. This is generally required by the show's insurance provider. I expect the rule is relaxed for the tractor activities because they are usually held in an arena type setting with barriers protecting the spectators. And lastly, I generally find I do not have enough time to talk to everybody rather than not having anyone to socialize with. From other members of the club to complete strangers who have memories of using a similar piece of equipment, I set an extra chair or two under the tent and usually do not have a problem keeping them filled.
On a side note, I would consider buying an exceptional original over a totally restored tractor. I can also attest that a greater number of people will stop to look at a nice original tractor over that of a nice restored tractor. From personal experience, the most visitors I ever had was on '34 John Deere GP which I had removed the transmission cover, crankcase cover, and the head. I had one piston removed and one projecting out the end of the cylinder. People could walk up and look down into the inner workings of the tractor. Right next to it, I had a '34 GP that I had just completed restoring. Kind of a before and after exhibit. I received many nice comments on the restored tractor but the other ruled the day on gaining the interest of the crowd.
By the way, I have three children aging from 3 to 8 years of age and they love going.
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