A Celebration of Community and Trucker Spirit

A long-standing tradition, this year’s jamboree offers fan-favorite attractions guaranteed to please. Highlights include the Trucker Olympics, the Iowa Pork Chop Cook-out, live music, and more. This event celebrates everything unique about the trucking community, showcasing the bonds and camaraderie that bring the industry together.

Super Truck Beauty Contest: A Showcase of Stunning Machines

Prepare to be dazzled by the jaw-dropping rigs at this year’s Super Truck Beauty Contest, one of the event’s most anticipated features. From sleek combos to creative rat rods, every type of truck will command attention as they compete across multiple categories, including:

• Working Trucks (separated by model year into bobtail and combo classes)

• Specialty Trucks (featuring unique vehicles like wreckers and dump trucks)

• Show Vehicles (non-working trucks meant purely for display)

• Rat Rods (celebrating rugged and innovative designs)

Awards will highlight excellence in exterior style, creative lighting, and sleeper aesthetics. This showcase not only reflects the artistry of truck design but also celebrates the functionality and dedication that go into creating these incredible vehicles.

A Tribute to Trucking’s Rich Heritage

Step back in time as the Iowa 80 Truck Museum celebrates a milestone anniversary for a true classic. This year’s jamboree will feature a 1925 Kenworth truck, celebrating 100 years of trucking history. Antique truck enthusiasts won’t want to miss the chance to see this beautifully preserved piece of heritage up close.

Country Hits and Live Music to Set the Stage

This year’s jamboree has pulled together an impressive lineup of live music that will energize audiences and create an unforgettable weekend. Headlining the event will be the award-winning band Little Texas, known for timeless hits such as “God Blessed Texas” and “Amy’s Back in Austin.” Catch their performance on Friday, July 11, at 7 p.m.! With multiple Grammy nominations and accolades like an Album of the Year win, their show is sure to be a highlight of the weekend.

Other talented acts taking the stage during the event include:

• The Jimmy Welty Band

• Casey Muessigmann

• Angela Meyer and the Western Stars

• The Dani Lynn Howe Band

Whether you’re a country music fan or simply enjoy live performances, this lineup offers something for everyone.

Plan Your Visit to the 2025 Walcott Truckers Jamboree

Whether you’re there to compete, immerse yourself in trucking heritage, or enjoy great food and live music, the 2025 Walcott Truckers Jamboree promises an extraordinary weekend for all who attend.

Find more event details and updates on the Iowa 80 Truckstop website.

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A Special 40th Anniversary Celebration

To honor this landmark anniversary, the Mack Trucks Historical Museum will be featured at the biennial Trucktoberfest, hosted at the Mack Experience Center each October. This event will provide a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the rich history of Mack Trucks, which has played a crucial role in significant historical events and infrastructure projects.

“Since its inception in 1900, Mack Trucks has been involved in everything from World War I to major infrastructure projects such as the construction of the Hoover Dam and the New York City subway system,” said David Galbraith, Mack Trucks vice president, global brand, and marketing. “We are proud to have the Mack Museum showcase all of these landmark construction projects, as well as Mack’s 124 years of achievements.”

A Unique Collection of Operational Vehicles

The museum showcases 30 operational vehicles, all meticulously restored and maintained by dedicated staff and volunteers. Highlights include a 1909 Mack tourist bus, which saw service in Chicago and New Orleans, and the iconic 2006 Mack Granite military truck, Megatron, from the 2011 film “Transformers, Dark of the Moon.”

An Archive of Unmatched Historical Records

Beyond its vehicle displays, the museum boasts an archive of over 40 million pages of records, chronicling Mack’s history and its pivotal role in the evolution of American trucking. Visitors can explore these records to gain insights into the technological advancements and historical significance of Mack Trucks.

“Not only do we preserve and catalog the Mack legacy, but we also share the importance of our vehicles to the function of the world,” said Doug Maney, Mack Museum curator and lead caretaker. “Each year, we answer more than 1,500 questions about Mack, from dealers seeking to service an older truck to hobbyists asking about vehicle parts. It is an honor to maintain Mack history by providing this information.”

Memorabilia and Tours

The museum also features a wide array of memorabilia, including a 20-foot Bulldog statue from Mack’s former headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Tours are available by reservation on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.

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