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.  National Park Service (.gov) +3 Key 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… Continue reading...

In Chicago, Illinois. The event will be hosted at the McCormick Place West Building. This convention marks a historic 100-year return to the city, as Chicago hosted the NAACP's first national convention in June 1926.  Expected Attendance: Approximately 10,000 visitors are expected to attend the gathering. Associated Events: The National ACT-SO Competition will precede and overlap with the convention, taking… Continue reading...