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!
Scouting at Sodalis
Sodalis Nature Preserve 819 Ely St, Hannibal, MOPopular camp activities are available to try at Sodalis Nature Preserve on Friday, June 25th from 6:30-8PM. The Great Rivers Council No. 653 of the Boy Scouts of America will have inflatable archery and BB ranges for youngsters to try at the entrance of Sodalis Nature Preserve. There will be trained volunteers to help participants. The…
Firefly Friday Night Hike
Sodalis Nature Preserve 819 Ely St, Hannibal, MOJoin us for a Firefly Friday Night Hike through Sodalis Nature Preserve on Friday, June 25, 2021 at 8PM! Night Hikes are scheduled about a half hour before sunset. The full program lasts about two hours and follows a 2-mile paved trail. Participants are welcome to stay with the group or return to the parking…
Cardboard Boat Races
Hannibal Aquatic Center 1700 Pleasant Street, Hannibal, United StatesThe fifth Hannibal Parks & Recreation Department Cardboard Boat races will be June 26 at the Hannibal Aquatic Center. Registration deadline for the Cardboard Boat Races is June 18. The cost is $10 per boat. The goal is to build the best cardboard boat and attempt to ride in the it for as long as possible…
Summer Night Serenade
Sodalis Nature Preserve 819 Ely St, Hannibal, MOJoin us for a Night Hike through Sodalis Nature Preserve on Friday, July 9, 2021 at 8PM! Night Hikes are scheduled about a half hour before sunset. The full program lasts about two hours and follows a 2-mile paved trail. Participants are welcome to stay with the group or return to the parking lot on…
Fairy Scavenger Hunt
Riverview Park 2000 Harrison Hill, Hannibal, MOOn Saturday, July 10, 2021 from 10-11AM, join us at Riverview Park (Shelter 2) to search for fairies and wood sprites. Program takes place along a paved path and parents must stay with the group. Nature Educator, Gale Rublee, will teach participants how to make a fairy table as well! This program is FREE, but…
Central Park Farmers Market
Central Park 450 Broadway, Hannibal, MO, United StatesThe Hannibal Central Park Farmers’ Market is held each Saturday morning from 7:30 a.m. to noon. You can find us on the west end of Central Park at Fifth Street and Broadway in downtown Hannibal from April 24th through Oct. 30th Saturday mornings in the park make for a perfect family outing. Once the season is in…
Maples Repertory Theatre Remote Performance Camp
Central Park 450 Broadway, Hannibal, MO, United StatesThis July, Maples Repertory Theatre is traveling to Hannibal to put on the musical, “The Most EPIC Birthday Party Ever,” in partnership with Hannibal Parks & Recreation and Hannibal Arts Council. Two fully-vaccinated, professional theatre directors will arrive in Hannibal to hold youth auditions on Monday, July 19. All attendees will be cast and taught…
2021 Swim Lessons – Session 3 (NOW FULL)
Hannibal Aquatic Center 1700 Pleasant Street, Hannibal, United StatesTHIS SESSION IS NOW FULL Join us for the 2021 Swim Lessons at the Hannibal Aquatic Center! Session 3: July Evening Registration Deadline: July 9, 2021 Lessons: July 19th-29th (Monday-Thursday) - Re-scheduled due to COVID-19 Time: 6:10-6:50PM Cost is $60 per child and the minimum age is 4 years old - Only 24 slots available…
Mermaid and Shark School
Hannibal Aquatic Center 1700 Pleasant Street, Hannibal, United StatesMermaid and Shark School returns to the Hannibal Aquatic Center for the 2021 season! The classes will be held July 26th-30th from 10:30-11:15AM. A FinFun Brand Mermaid Tail or Shark Fin is required for class: 1.) Provide your own FinFun Mermaid Tail or Shark Fin (class cost $50) 2.) Purchase a FinFun Mermaid Tail or…
Summer Night Serenade
Sodalis Nature Preserve 819 Ely St, Hannibal, MOJoin us for a Night Hike through Sodalis Nature Preserve on Friday, July 30, 2021 at 8PM! Night Hikes are scheduled about a half hour before sunset. The full program lasts about two hours and follows a 2-mile paved trail. Participants are welcome to stay with the group or return to the parking lot on…
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