Hogeye tradition grows with Elgin

Elgin transformed into a lively sea of pink this past weekend as the city hosted its 37th annual celebration of swine, and longtime attendees were in agreement — the Hogeye Festival continues to be “bigger and bet ter ” each year.

Thousands flocked downtown to revel in music, food and camaraderie, filling the streets with an unmistakable sense of community spirit. By midday Oct. 26, the city was bustling with visitors savoring Elgin’s unique charm and growing appeal.

This year’s event bene f it ted f rom Veterans Memorial Park’s recent expan- sion, offering room for festivalgoers to spread out and for local vendors to showcase their best creations along Main Street.