HUMBOLDT — Humboldt’s 59th Annual Biblesta parade begins at 1:30 p.m. Saturday.
The one-of-a-kind parade features floats portraying events from Scripture. The floats are presented as how they occur in chronological order from Genesis to Revelations. Church groups, businesses and civic organizations build the floats. A favorite is “Jonah and the Whale.” This 40-foot float continues to be one of the most fascinating to parade visitors. Walking entries, equestrian units and marching bands playing Christian and patriotic music, complete the parade.
Other activities include the Fun Walk/5K Run for the Son, music entertainment throughout the day; inflatables, petting zoo, train rides and a ventriloquist show; free bean feed and a youth rally.
The Country Gospel Music Association will perform a mixture of country gospel, Southern gospel, bluegrass, gospelbilly, and a little doo-wop music. Ten singers will share their music ministry beginning at 10:30 a.m. The musical entertainment is free to the public.
A tradition at the Biblesta celebration is the free bean feed. Five hundred pounds of beans are cooked in cast iron pots. The Humboldt Lion’s Club oversees the cooking process and volunteers take turns stirring the beans. The beans are served at 5 p.m.
Concluding the day’s celebration is Biblesta After Dark youth rally.
The fast-paced, upbeat, outdoor rally continues to draw a larger crowd each year. This year’s inspirational message will be given by Morgan Burns, a former Kansas State University All-American football player.
Music will be provided by the Jake Stemo Praise & Worship Band from City Life Church, Wichita. All ages are invited for the evening of music, praise and fellowship. The rally, beginning at 7 p.m., will be held in the Humboldt Town Square.
BIBLESTA began in 1958 when Dr. Arthur Carlson Jr., a local veterinarian, imagined a Bible-themed parade to tell others about God.
Carlson once said, “I try to be very humble when it comes to the subject of Biblesta since I believe the idea and inspiration came from God. I believe God was using me and others in Humboldt. God uses those who are in a position to do His work if we only listen to Him.”
For a complete schedule of events and activities, visit www.biblesta.com, and the Biblesta Parade Facebook page.
Food concessions, handicapped parking, as well as, bus parking is available.
