Knockbridge gears up for special 20th anniversary Vintage Rally

Excitement is building in Knockbridge as the countdown begins to one of the North East's most popular family days out, the Knockbridge Vintage Rally and Working Day, taking place on Sunday, 23 August 2026.

The 2026 rally marks a significant milestone for Knockbridge Vintage Club as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. Since its foundation in 2006, the club has grown into one of the region's best-loved community events, attracting visitors and exhibitors from across Ireland while raising valuable funds for local charities and community causes.

With a packed programme of entertainment, vintage displays and family activities planned, organisers say they are looking forward to making this year's rally a memorable celebration of 20 years of Knockbridge Vintage Club.

Country music stars Claudia Buckley and Gavin Gribben will provide the live entertainment bringing a fantastic afternoon of country music to Knockbridge.

The rally’s extensive Children’s Fun Area will once again be a major attraction, with a fantastic range of activities to keep younger visitors entertained throughout the day.

Children can get creative with hands-on pottery and flower arranging workshops, enjoy puppet shows, take part in family yoga, and get building with The Brickx Club, along with lots more activities and entertainment planned throughout the day. With something for children of all ages, it promises to be one of the highlights of this year’s family day out.

For vintage enthusiasts, the rally will feature an impressive display of vintage tractors, cars, commercial vehicles, stationary engines and agricultural machinery, with exhibitors travelling from across Ireland to showcase their vehicles and equipment.

A special feature of this year’s rally will be a celebration of 80 years of Ferguson, marking eight decades since the introduction of the iconic Ferguson TE20 in 1946.

A dedicated Ferguson display will form part of the anniversary celebrations, with owners invited to bring their Ferguson tractors along and be part of this special gathering in Knockbridge.

One of the highlights of the Knockbridge Rally each year is its live Working Area, where visitors can step back in time and see the machinery, skills and farming practices that were once part of everyday rural life.

Vintage tractors and machinery will be put through their paces throughout the day, giving spectators a fascinating glimpse of how generations before us worked the land.

Traditional skills and crafts will also form an important part of the day, with craft stalls and demonstrations taking place throughout the rally field. Visitors can also enjoy a flower arranging demonstration and a wide variety of other displays and attractions.

The ever-popular Dog Show will return, giving four-legged visitors their chance to take centre stage and compete for a range of prizes.

And no Knockbridge Vintage Rally would be complete without a visit to the club’s renowned Tea Stall, where volunteers will be serving a delicious selection of home-baked treats and refreshments throughout the day.

As the club marks its 20th anniversary, organisers say its greatest achievement is not the thousands of vehicles displayed or visitors welcomed over the years, but the positive impact it has made within the local community.

Through the continued generosity of sponsors, exhibitors, volunteers and supporters, the rally has helped raise vital funds for a wide range of local charities, community groups and worthy causes throughout the region.

As Knockbridge Vintage Club celebrates its 20th anniversary, organisers say they are looking forward to welcoming exhibitors, supporters, families and visitors from across Ireland for a memorable day of entertainment, vintage displays and community celebration.

Entry is €15 for adults, with children admitted free. Gates open at 10am, with ample free parking available.

For further information and the latest event updates, visit the Knockbridge Vintage Club Facebook page or contact 087 2204 261.