Gentlemen,
Just be glad you are free to attend both of these fantastic train shows, next time you see a guy like Mike G at a Trains show, thank him for his service, and for the freedom he helped provide so you can participate in this great hobby. Without guys like Mike G there would be no Trains Shows for any of us.
It does not matter which of the shows is bigger or better, enjoy them both, if you can. I lived in CT for a while and attended the Big E Train Show in Springfield as often as possible, I loved it. Unfortunately I have not been to York in many many years.
PCRR/Dave