NICODEMUS HOMECOMING EMANCIPATION CELEBRATION
July 30 @ 8:00 am - August 2 @ 5:00 pm
This annual event, also known as the “Journey of Triumph,” honors the history of the oldest and only remaining Black settlement west of the Mississippi River.
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National Park Service (.gov) +3Key Event Details
- Parade: The 148th Homecoming Parade is set for Saturday, August 1st, 2026, starting at 11:00 AM. Registration for parade participants typically opens in January 2026.
- Location: Most activities center around the township hall and roadside park in Nicodemus, Kansas.
- Typical Activities: Based on tradition, the weekend includes a free cowboy breakfast, cornhole tournaments, musical concerts, storytelling, church services, and a fashion/talent show.
- Significance: The celebration commemorates the town’s founding in 1877 and the emancipation of enslaved people, often drawing hundreds of descendants from across the country.
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Planning Your Visit
- Accommodations: Because the town has a very small permanent population (approx. 20 residents), visitors often stay in nearby towns like Hill City or Stockton.
- Official Updates: You can monitor the Nicodemus Kansas Homecoming website or their Facebook page for the full 2026 schedule as it is finalized.
- Support: The event is organized by the Nicodemus Homecoming Emancipation Celebration, LLC
