The Century of Caterpillar

🎉 Century of Caterpillar – A 3-Day Celebration of Earthmoving History! 🚜

🗓 September 12–14, 2025
📍 203 Johnson St, Elkader, IA 52043
🕗 Gates open daily at 8:00 AM

Come celebrate 100 years of Caterpillar at this once-in-a-lifetime event hosted by the Earthmoving Legacy Center in Elkader, Iowa — where iron giants, family fun, and history all meet in the dirt.

🔧 What to Expect:
✅ Live Caterpillar Equipment Demonstrations
✅ Restoration Reveals from our museum collection
✅ Antique Caterpillar Showcase
✅ Military Machine Displays
✅ Hands-on Kids Activities
✅ Diecast Collector’s Corner
✅ Food Trucks & Local Eats

🏌️‍♂️ Special Events:
⛳ Zeigler CAT Golf Tournament
🏃‍♀️ Ovarian Cancer 5K Run
🎤 CAT Talks – Expert discussions on Caterpillar history and machine restoration
🎶 Live Music Saturday Night – Kick back and enjoy the tunes
🎆 Fireworks Show – Lighting up the Saturday night sky!

🎟 Tickets & Info:
Visit thecenturyofcaterpillar.com for tickets, event details, and schedule.

💥 Whether you're a die-hard Caterpillar enthusiast, a local looking for a fun weekend, or someone who just loves the sound of old iron starting up — this is your event.
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