Hannibal Parks & Recreation Events

Hannibal Parks & Recreation Department offers many programs and recreational opportunities. We strive to offer activities for all ages, all levels of ability and a variety of interests. We want to promote healthy, active lifestyles. Call (573) 221-0154 for details or email us for more information.

Check out our Upcoming Events below to see what Hannibal Parks & Recreation has waiting for you! The list will change frequently, so make sure to visit this site frequently see what's new. Enjoy!

Big Dirt Dig & Pumpkin Hunt

Hannibal Street Department 701 Warren Barrett Drive, Hannibal, MO, United States

This year's Big Dirt Dig will be held at the Hannibal Street Department (701 Warren Barrett Drive).  Bring your kids to have some FREE messy fun and see some big trucks! Children are encouraged to bring shovels, buckets, trucks and digging toys. As part of the Oktoberfest festivities in downtown Hannibal, which will be Sept.…

Starry Starry Night

Riverview Park 2000 Harrison Hill, Hannibal, MO

The first Starry Night stargazing event at Riverview Park. The nature program will be 7 p.m. Sunday, October 6th (re-scheduled from the September event).  Meet at Frisbee Field (veer left at the first stop sign inside the park). The free program will give nature enthusiasts the chance to identify constellations and star clusters with the…

Pirate Ridge Trail Hike

Sodalis Nature Preserve 819 Ely St, Hannibal, MO

Explore the Pirate Ridge Trail at Sodalis Nature Preserve while observing seasonal changes. The hike will be on rugged terrain, about 2-3 miles, allow 2 hours. FREE, but reservations must be made by calling Hannibal Parks & Recreation at 573-221-0154 or e-mailing MLRichards@hannibal-mo.gov.

A Night of Nature

Sodalis Nature Preserve 819 Ely St, Hannibal, MO

The first Night Hike in October will be held on Friday, October 11th in Sodalis Nature Preserve.  Join us for a night of nature for young and old! Meet in the Sodalis parking lot at 5:30PM.  The hike will be 2 miles long on paved trails.  Join us to explore nature and hear stories from…

Event Series Pickleball Leagues

Pickleball Leagues

Admiral Coontz Recreation Center 301 Warren Barrett Drive, Hannibal, MO, United States

The League Schedules can be found HERE. The Fall 2019 Pickleball Leagues return on Tuesday evenings, starting September 10, 2019.  There will be Competitive, Intermediate, and Leisure leagues from September 10th to October 15th - with a competitive tournament on October 22nd. Cost is $35 per team (doubles only - ages 13 & up).  Registration…

$35
Event Series Indoor Horseshoe League

Indoor Horseshoe League

Admiral Coontz Recreation Center 301 Warren Barrett Drive, Hannibal, MO, United States

The 42nd Annual Indoor Horseshoe League will return Sunday, September 8th at 2:00PM at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center. The cost is $40 per team and all registrations and team fees must be turned in no later than Tuesday, September 3rd at 5PM. You can download a registration form HERE or you can pick one…

$40

Night Hike through Sodalis – Canceled

Sodalis Nature Preserve 819 Ely St, Hannibal, MO

This hike has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances - the next one will be held Saturday, November 2nd. The second Night Hike in October will be held on Friday, October 25th in Sodalis Nature Preserve. Meet in the Sodalis parking lot at 5:30PM.  The hike will be 2 miles long on paved trails.  Join…

Pumpkins in the Park

Central Park 450 Broadway, Hannibal, MO, United States

Hannibal Parks & Recreation is hosting the seventh annual Pumpkins in the Park — a pumpkin-decorating contest and exhibit — at Central Park Saturday, Oct. 26. There will be a performance by the Eugene Field Pirate Pride singers at 11:30 a.m.  Winners will be announced at noon. From 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. the pumpkins…

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