Track Policies

The National Tractor Pulling Championships are held the third weekend in August at the Wood County Fairgrounds in Bowling Green, Ohio.  To make your stay with us more enjoyable and rewarding, please familiarize yourself with the following policies.  And "Thank you" for visiting with us!

Cooler Size - Fans/spectators are limited to one (1) cooler no larger than 12" x 12" x 12".  All coolers larger than that must remain in vehicles, they can not be left at the gates.

No Glass Containers - No glass containers of any kind are permitted inside the Gates.  Coolers will be checked.  Thank you for your cooperation.

Packages - Fans/spectators are allowed to bring in one (1) clear plastic bag no larger than 18" X 18" X 4".  All bags, fanny packs, purses, etc. are subject to inspection.

Firearms - Due to the Wood County Fair Grounds being a political subdivision, i.e. County Property, House Bill 12 concealed carry handgun law does not apply.  Therefore, no firearms, fireworks, and/or any items restricted by local, state or federal law will not be allowed on the premises.  None of the above mentioned restricted items shall be left in or around the gate areas.

Unauthorized Motorized Vehicles - No unauthorized motorized vehicles are allowed inside the gates.  This includes but not limited to ATV's, Motor Bikes, Golf Carts, Scooters etc.  Also, they can not be parked outside the gates at any time.

Couches - No couches or stuffed furniture of any kind is allowed inside the gates.  Please limit chairs in the general admission track seating to lawn chairs.  Thank you.

Video Equipment - No video equipment of any kind is allowed.

No Rain Date / No Refunds - The National Tractor Pulling Championships has a policy of "No Rain Date / No Refunds".  In the event of rain, the Northwestern Ohio Tractor Pullers Board of Directors may cancel or postpone the event.  In threatening or unsafe weather conditions, the NWOTPA office will be in contact with local weather advisors and keep the fans and pullers up to date as quickly as possible.  If the pull is cancelled or delayed, our no rain date, no refund policy may be implemented.  This is done to bring you only the highest quality event possible.  Thank you for your cooperation and support.

Location - The physical address of the National Tractor Pulling Championships is the Wood County Fair Grounds, 13800 West Poe Rd., Bowling Green, Ohio, 43402.  It is located at the corner of West Poe Rd. and Haskins Rd..  Office telephone number is 888-385-7855.

Cash Only at Gates - Ticket sales at the gates on the days of the event are "Cash Only".  MC, Visa & Discover can be used to purchase advance tickets on-line or thru the office.

Re-Entry Policy - If exiting the grounds for any reason, you must have a hand stamp AND your ticket stub to return.

ATM Machine - An ATM Machine will be available to the public during the National Tractor Pulling Championships.  It will be located underneath the Covered Grandstand during Trade Show Hours.

Sunday Church Services - There are Sunday church services on the grounds in the Jr. Fair Building.  Catholic Mass at 9:00 am, Non-denominational Service at 10:30 am.