Twain on Main
May 25-26, 2019
The annual Twain on Main Festival is heading to the Wild West! This celebration of the life and works of Hannibal’s native son, Mark Twain, sponsored by the Historic Hannibal Marketing Council, returns to historic downtown Hannibal on Memorial Day weekend, May 25-26th. This year’s festival will center around Mark Twain’s, Roughing I
Charming, historic, small town on the banks of the Mississippi. Enjoy all that Historic Downtown Hannibal has to offer!
Events
Downtown Hannibal is home to many unique festivals from Twain on Main to Chocolate Extravaganza, the Great Girlfriend Getaway to the Haunted Hannibal Halloween Festival, Victorian Festival of Christmas, and many more.
Things to Do
Shop until you drop, explore historic museums, enjoy classic architecture, relax in our lovely parks, or get a pedicure. There is something for everyone to enjoy in Historic Hannibal!
Food & Drink
Taste your way through Historic Hannibal with mouth-watering burgers, Midwest Tenderloins, our very own brewery & winery, the first coffee shop west of the Mississippi, fine dining, and more.
Lodging
Relax and enjoy in some of the best Historic Bed & Breakfasts our region has to offer and enjoy riverfront views from our downtown hotels. Get the full experience by staying in the heart of the land of Twain!
About Hannibal
Historic Downtown Hannibal has a rich history and culture featuring many characters alongside our most notable resident, Mark Twain. Learn more about our history, mobility and parking in downtown Hannibal, and planning your stay.
Blog
Follow the insider updates to upcoming downtown festivals, lists for planning your upcoming trip to downtown Hannibal, features on local Hannibalians, and more.
Make memories this summer! There are many family-friendly activities in downtown Hannibal, Missouri. Whether you are visiting historic downtown or a local Hannibal-native here is a list of some of our favorites! Add these to your family’s summer bucket list for an unforgettable, fun-filled summer.