Mid-West Old Threshers

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The Midwest Old Threshers Reunion, which was first held in September of 1950, has grown into one of the most top attended steam shows in the Midwest. Folks from all over the world come to Mt. Pleasant to get a taste of what rural farm life was back in the Midwest in the “good ‘ol’ days.”

The Reunion unofficially kicks off Wednesday before Labor Day, with the Harvest Day Parade at 3:30 pm that runs through the four lanes of Washington St. to downtown Mt. Pleasant.

Thursday starts the five-day event that ends on Labor Day. With plenty of activities and demonstrations throughout the grounds to keep you entertained. From the North Village with the OT Smokin Gunslingers and the Golden Slipper Saloon Girls. Hop on a train in the North Village, take a ride to the south to visit the Heritage Museum, and then climb aboard an electric streetcar to the Log Village that will transport you back to the 1850s pioneer life.

Many attractions range from steam engines, antique tractors, antique cars, antique trucks, gas engines, steam trains, electric streetcars, horses and wagons, agricultural exhibits, interpretive historical exhibits, educational programs, and demonstrations are available throughout the Reunion grounds.

There is also plenty of music around to entertain you while you sit back, drink a cold sasparilla, and listen to some bluegrass, gospel, or maybe some comedy. If not, there are also nightly concerts that feature chart-topping billboard musicians.

To learn more about Midwest Old Threshers, visit oldthreshers.com.

Event Dates
Thursday, September 1, 2022 through Monday, September 5, 2022