Wicked Fest

09/11/2026

When the world was running away, they were running in.
The bravery of our firefighters, police officers, and first responders on 9/11 revealed the true spirit of American courage and sacrifice.
Today, we honor their selflessness, remember those we lost, and give thanks for those who served and continue to protect and serve our great nation 🇺🇸

08/31/2026

🖤 In a world full of mortals, be a Supreme! 👑

Spooky Season is officially taking over! 🔮✨
Mark your calendars for October 24th because WickedFest is brewing up a magical day full of spooky fun, vendors, and unforgettable moments! 🎃🕯️

✨ Hannibal, MIssouri…
Come join the magic! 🍏

08/29/2026

😱BECAUSE A SCREAM IS A TERRIBLE THING TO WASTE…

🕯THE WITCHES HAD THEIR TURN…
NOW LET THE SCREAM QUEENS RISE!

👑Hannibal’s Scream Queen Contest returns for its 4th year!

📅 Saturday, October 24th at 4:30 PM
📍 Mark Twain Boyhood Home Stage

🥇🥈 1st & 2nd place Scream Queens OR Kings will win:
🎟️ A 2027 Big River Comic Con Weekend Pass
✨ PLUS some pretty wicked prizes!

08/20/2026

🔮 WITCH, PLEASE… IT’S TIME TO GATHER YOUR COVEN! ✨

🕯️Consider this your official Wednesday Witch Warning… the grandest gathering of witches this side of the Mississippi is returning to Hannibal for its 4th year!🖤

🪄 WITCH, PLEASE! COSTUME CONTEST
📅 Saturday, October 24th at 4 PM
📍 Mark Twain Boyhood Home Stage
206 Hill St., Hannibal, MO

Calling all wicked witches, glamorous enchantresses, mischievous spellcasters, and downright spooky sisters! 🕷️🌙

🥇🥈 Prizes for 1st & 2nd Place Witches:
✨ A 2027 Big River Comic Con Weekend Pass 🎟️
🎁 Bewitching prizes

So dust off that broomstick, gather your coven, and start planning your most spellbinding look. 👀

🖤 Saturday, October 24th at 4 PM. Hannibal.
Witch, please… you KNOW you want to be there. ✨

08/13/2026

🖤Wednesdays Are for the Wicked...
And the Wicked Fest Costume Contest is BACK FROM THE GRAVE!

🎃Show off your creepiest, most creative, Halloween, horror-inspired, or completely original costume!

Whether you're creepy, kooky, spooky, hilarious, or downright terrifying… bring it. 😈
WICKED FEST COSTUME CONTEST

👻 Kids (ages 0-17) 3:00 PM
💀 Adults (18-105) 3:30 PM
📝 Registration begins at 2:30 PM

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
📍 Mark Twain Boyhood Home Stage, 206 Hill St. Hannibal, Missouri

🏆 WICKED PRIZES for Kids and Adults:
🥇🥈 1st & 2nd Place each win:
🎟️ A 2027 Big River Comic Con Weekend Pass
🎁 Wickedly cool gifts
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08/05/2026

📚The Wicked Fest crew is thrilled to be part of the Annual Back to School Fair! Stop by our booth, say hello, and pick up some free school supplies while they last. We're excited to help young ghouls and goblins start the school year off right! 🎃🍎🦇

📅 Wednesday, August 5, 2026
⏰ 3:00–6:00 p.m.
📍 Admiral Coontz Armory
301 Warren Barrett Drive
Hannibal, MO

Whether you're headed back to the classroom or counting down the days until spooky season, we'd love to see you! 👻🖤

A new school year is right around the corner, and we’re helping students start it ready!

Join us for our Annual Back to School Fair for free resources, including:

🎒 Back-to-school supplies
🩺 Sports physicals
✂️ Haircuts
🧼 Hygiene supplies
🍽️ Food
🎨 Kids’ Corner and activities
🤝 Community information and resources

📅 August 5, 2026 | 3–6 p.m.
📍 Admiral Coontz Armory
301 Warren Barrett Drive, Hannibal, MO

The event is open to families from all surrounding communities. Back-to-school supplies are available only to students entering a grade this fall, and students must be present to receive them. Supplies are first come, first served.

08/01/2026

🎃It’s officially AUGTOBER 1st! 🍂
🪦 Limited Vendor plots still available.....
Witches, Warlocks, Vampires, Creatures of the night, and vendors whose wares celebrate the world of Halloween & Horror are cordially invited to join us at Wicked Fest!
🕸️ We’re also seeking:
👻 Street performers
🎭 Roaming entertainment
🖤 Characters ready to step out of the shadows and bring the magic to life!
Don’t wait until the moon is full… 🌕
Claim your spot before they disappear into the darkness:
📧 [email protected]
🕯️Already requested yours? Don't let it haunt your inbox, send it back so we can reserve your spot 👻
The countdown to a wickedly wonderful Halloween begins on Saturday, October 24th, 2026😈

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! 🎃👻

10/31/2025

🕯May your broom fly high, your candy bag overflow, and your chaos magic be unstoppable! ✨
Happy Halloween 🎃