Grand National Tractor Pull returns to Evansville after 50 years

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Full Pull Entertainment and the National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA) will announce key details for the 2026 NTPA Grand National Pulling Event in Evansville.

Officials say Full Pull Entertainment and the National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA) will host a press conference on December 18 at 2:30 p.m. at the Vanderburgh County 4-H Center Banquet Hall. According to event organizers, the press conference is free and open to the public, media, local officials and motorsports enthusiasts.

Officials note the event will feature complimentary drinks and appetizers, free event T-shirts while supplies last and multiple pulling vehicles on display for photography, video and interviews.

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Organizers will unveil several major components of the 2026 Evansville Grand National Pull, including:

  • Announcement of the event’s official title sponsor
  • Full session schedule and class lineups for all NTPA Regional National and Grand National divisions
  • Opening date for advance ticket sales, campsite reservations for 500+ sites, ticket/camping packages and weekend passes
  • Local ambassadors, competitors and teams representing the Evansville area, available for interviews
  • A new championship awards program tied to the Evansville Grand National event

Officials note the 2026 Evansville NTPA Grand National Tractor Pull marks the return of Grand National pulling to Indiana for the first time in nearly 50 years. Organizers say the Vanderburgh County 4-H Center will host three days of national competition, expanded fan amenities and a large camping setup…

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