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The Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Show isn’t just an event—it’s a cornerstone of community life in McGregor. Hosted annually at the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum, this festival brings neighbors together to celebrate our shared heritage and mechanical ingenuity. For local families, it’s a treasured tradition: a chance to introduce younger generations to the engines, vehicles, and hands-on experiences that shaped our area’s history. Small businesses and food vendors get to share their specialties, while volunteers and museum staff shine as community ambassadors, fostering pride and connection. The show’s lively, friendly atmosphere turns McGregor into a gathering place for people from every walk of life, spreading joy and creating memories that last long after the last whistle blows. For McGregor, the Steam & Gas Engine Show isn’t just about engines—it’s about community, tradition, and local pride.