The Oldest Halloween Parade In America Is Right Here In Kansas And It's Amazing
By Clarisa|Published September 20, 2018
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Born and raised Kansan, Clarisa has lived in both tiny towns and cities during their time here in the Sunflower State. As a busy mother of one crazy kid, two cats, and two geckos, they write whenever there is spare time.
While some people will be enjoying haunted houses or corn mazes this Halloween, have you ever heard of the oldest Halloween parade in the country? This parade has been going on for more than a century now, and we’d love to share it with every last Kansan. Let’s make this year’s parade the best they’ve ever seen!
Welcome to the town of Hiawatha, Kansas. It's home to the oldest Halloween parade in America, starting from the year 1914.
Prizes for best costume or decorated vehicle type are eagerly competed for. "Who has the best dressed horse in town?" is a question I've always wanted to answer myself. They also decorate trikes, miniature cars, bikes, wagons, and family floats to help fill the parade with even more cheer.
Later in the evening, what's known as the Grand Parade starts.
Creepy floats with gory costumed guests drive by special guests like the Kansas Governor and the local high school band. It's a party you don't want to miss, that's for sure! Make sure you catch the Halloween Queen crowned before the parade!
This year's theme is Hiawatha's Monster Mash, and we can't wait to see what they come up with this year.
You’ll find Hiawatha just northwest of Atchison, in the northeast corner of Kansas. Stop by, have something to eat, and if you want to join the parade this year, call the Hiawatha Chamber of Commerce at (785) 742-7136 or visit this link here to get the needed forms.
If you’re in the mood to explore more of Kansas’ small towns, you’ll love this short list of day trips to a few Kansas small towns.
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