National Hobo Convention
National Hobo Convention Events
Hobo Souvenirs
Hobo poetry, t-shirts, sweatshirts, cups, ceramic crocks, water bottles, refrigerator magnets, golf balls, golf towels, playing cards, thermoses and postcards are also available through the Chamber of Commerce or The Cobbler Shoppe.
Parade
Saturday at 10:00 a.m. everyone can let their hobo spirit soar as they participate in the parade. "Some in rags, some in tags, some in velvet gowns."
Whether you're part of this large grand parade, or a spectator, the spirit of the day is sure to capture your mood. Marching bands, queens, business floats, children, adults, and hobos all come down the streets in one long line and share the fun that only a Hobo Convention can provide. Following the parade, mulligan stew is available, for those willing to stand in line.
Other Events
Other events during the weekend include a 5K & 10K Walk/Run, Hobo King & Queen coronation, Hobo Museum, Hobo Auction, Hobo Memorial Service, Flea Market, Outdoor Classic Car Show, the Hobo Jungle is open to the public and various musical entertainment.
National Hobo Convention
August 11-14, 2011
Hobo Jungle open to public throughout Convention
| Monday, August 8 | ||
9 am Hobo Park Tour with Ct. Shorty (lot north of Hobo House) | ||
| Tuesday, August 9 | ||
| 9 am Hobo Park Tour with Ct. Shorty (lot north of Hobo House) | ||
| 2 pm Hobo Bingo at Westview Care Center | ||
6 pm Bowling with the Hobos Sidetrack Lanes | ||
| Wednesday, August 10 | ||
| 9 am Hobo Park Tour with Ct. Shorty (lot north of Hobo House) | ||
| Thursday, August 11 | ||
| 9 am | Hobo Park Tour with Ct. Shorty (lot north of Hobo House) | |
| 10 am - 2 pm | Hobo Rummage Sale at Hobo Museum | |
| 1 pm - 4 pm | Book presentation and signing by Ct. Shorty (Britt Public Library) | |
| 5 :00 pm | Kiddie Parade in front of Hobo Museum | |
| 5:00 pm | Chuck Baurer Band (City Park Gazebo) | |
5:30 pm | Miss Britt/Little Miss Britt Contest at the Gazebo | |
| 6:30 pm | Hot Laps at Fair Grounds | |
| 7 :00 pm | Fire Lighting/Hobo Entertainment | |
| 7:00 pm | Night of 1,000 Stars races at Hancock County Speedway | |
| 8:00 pm | Hobo Cemetery Tour at Evergreen Cemetery | |
| All day setup of Vagabond Craft Show and Collectibles | ||
| Friday, August 12 | ||
| All day postage stamp cancellation at the post office | ||
| 9:00 am | Hobo Memorial Service at Evergreen Cemetery | |
| All day vagabond craft show and collecti | ||
| 11 am-6 pm | Hobo Art Gallery by LeAnn Castillo – Municipal Building | |
| 1:00 pm | Ladies Tea at St. Pat's Church Hall (Train Theme) | |
| 2:30 pm | "Luther the Jet" organ concert at St. Patrick's Catholic Church | |
| 4:00 pm | Hobo Poetry with Jerry and Frank at Queens Gardens | |
| Inflatables will begin | ||
| 5:00 pm | Poetry with Jerry and Frank at Hobo Jungle | |
| 5:00 -6:30 pm | Alumni Banquet Social hour– West Hancock Grade School | |
| 6:30 pm | Alumni Banquet - West Hancock Grade School | |
| 6 -8 pm | Britt Idol (City Park gazebo) | |
| 6-8 pm | Doc Anderson's Medicine Show on Main Street | |
| 6:30pm | Chuck Williams Entertainer (front of Hobo Museum) | |
| 7:00 pm | Hobo Entertainment at the Jungle | |
| 8 pm - 12 pm | Dance to Vent Band (beer garden) | |
Saturday, August 13 | ||
| All Day | Vagabond Craft Show and Collectibles | |
| 7:00 am | 5K/10K Walk/Run - Lions park | |
| 10:00 am | Hobo Day Parade | |
| 11am - 4pm | Armstrong - Larson House open | |
| 11 am-6 pm | Hobo Art Gallery by LeAnn Castillo – Municipal Building | |
| 11:30 am | Basketball tournament, uptown Britt | |
| 12:00 noon | Free Mulligan Stew in City Park | |
| After Parade | inflatable Rides | |
| 12:00 noon | Bar-B-Que Bash uptown | |
| 12 :00 noon | Smiley Train (main Avenue) | |
| 12:00 noon | Doc Anderson's Medicine Show (Main Ave) | |
| 1:00 pm | Hobo King and Queen Coronation in City Park | |
| 1:00 pm | Pie-Eating contest, (North main Ave) | |
| 1 pm - 4 pm | Ag Museum open at Fair Grounds | |
| 2:00 pm | Hobo Games, Main Ave. | |
| 3:00 pm | Jerry and Frank Hobo Poetry in City park | |
| 3:00 pm | Doc Anderson's Medicine Show Main Street | |
| 3-4 pm | Tina Wald book signing (Hobo Museum) | |
| 3:30 pm | Kid Power Pedal Tractor Pull uptown | |
| 4-6 pm | Britt has talent (city park gazebo) | |
| 5:00 pm | Polka Mass - St. Patrick's Catholic Church | |
| 5-7 pm | First annual Hobo Day BBQ Cook-off (Main Ave) | |
| 6:00 pm | Chuck Williams Entertainer (front of Hobo museum) | |
| 7:00 pm | Hobo Entertainement at Hobo Jungle | |
| 7:00 pm | Doc Anderson's Medicine Show | |
| 8:00 pm | Beer Garden opens with music | |
| Sunday, August 14 | ||
| 8:00 am | Luther the Jet (St. Patricks Church) | |
| 8 am-4 pm | Classic Car Show on Main Street | |
| 8 am-4 pm | Craft Show in the Park w/” Malek's Fisherman Band (bring your lawn chairs) | |
| 9:00 am | Hobo Museum & Gift Shop open | |
| 8 am-1 pm | Cheerleader Omelet Breakfast at Municipal Building | |
| 1:30-4 pm | Pie & Ice Crème Social (City park) | |
Convention is held annually, the second weekend in August.
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