Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park

10/30/2026

Take a leisurely self-paced lantern-lit walk around the pond to learn about the various ways lights are used in traditions around the world.

Luminary Walk
Saturday, November 11 - 4:30pm to 6:30pm
All Ages | Free | Registration Recommended

For more information on Hanson Park programs and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/HansonParkPrograms

For questions, please email us at: [email protected]

10/29/2026

Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services administrative offices, senior and adult day centers, and the Franklin Park Performing and Visual Arts Center will be closed on Tuesday, November 3, for Election Day.

Park administrative offices are closed, but park visitors and nature centers are open at normal hours.

All community centers, recreation centers, and the Round Hill Indoor Aquatic Center will maintain normal operating hours. There will be no pre-school or after-school programs.

Find over 60 amenities at PRCS parks and facilities on My PRCS at loudoun.gov/MyPRCS.

10/27/2026

Meet Lesley Kordella!

Lesley joins the PRCS team as a Recreation Instructor at the Hanson Park Nature Center and a Seasonal Assistant Manager at Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve.

Lesley is trained as a wildlife biologist and previously managed migratory bird conservation initiatives with the federal government.

A Loudoun native, she is a certified CPR and Wilderness First Aid instructor, passionate about local ecology, wildlife coexistence, astronomy, and recreational outdoor safety.

This winter, Lesley will lead programs for our planetarium, trail safety and backcountry basics, and a power-walking nature identification combo class!

Welcome, Lesley!

10/26/2026

Celebrate the season with our upcoming family-friendly art, science, and nature focused programs in Hanson Park.

Fall Foliage Watercolor
Thursday, October 29 - 10:30am to 12:00pm
Spend a relaxing morning capturing the beauty of the season at Hanson Park. Painting outdoors will bring your attention to the fine details and nuances of the world around you. No experience necessary and all supplies provided. An instructor will lead you through the basics of color mixing, building structure, and painting with zero pressure.
Ages 8+ | $10 | Registration Required

Free Naturalist Chat
Friday, October 30 - 10:30am to 11:15am
Hanson Park's Naturalist highlights seasonal topics and regional conservation efforts in this casual 45-minute chat. Subjects will include snake safety, tick prevention, and citizen science opportunities.
All Ages | Free | Registration Required

Pumpkin Decorating
Friday, October 30 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Join us at the Hanson Park Nature Center for a family-friendly pumpkin decorating event. There will be stickers, paint, and carving materials available for you. The fee covers one pumpkin.
All Ages | $5 | Registration Required

Bird Sit
Monday, November 2 - 8:30am to 9:30am
Enjoy a meditative morning birdwatching at Hanson Park. A naturalist will lead observations, identifications, and the basics of birdwatching. Chairs and binoculars will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.
All Ages | Free | Registration Required

Chemistry Kids: Bioluminescence
Saturday, November 7 - 2:30pm to 3:30pm & 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Create your very own glowing jar and learn about bioluminescence in nature. After, you are welcome to bring your creation on the luminary walk around the Hanson Park pond.
Ages 4-12 | $5 | Registration Required

Luminary Walk
Saturday, November 7 - 4:30pm to 6:30pm
Take a leisurely self-paced lantern-lit walk around the pond to learn about the various ways lights are used in traditions around the world.
All Ages | Free

For more information on Hanson Park programs and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/HansonParkPrograms

For questions, please email us at: [email protected]

10/23/2026

On Saturday, October 24th the Southside Tennis/Pickleball Court at Hanson Park will close at 3pm for our Movie Night in the Park event.

The Northside Tennis/Pickleball Court will remain open.

10/19/2026

We have an event-full weekend and many seasonally themed programs coming up in Hanson Park!

Skateboarding 101
Saturday, October 24 - 11:00am to 12:30pm
Learn the basics of skateboarding in this introductory class through instruction and practice! No experience needed. We will provide all necessary equipment.
Ages 8+ | $15 | Registration Required

Skateboarding 102
Saturday, October 24 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Learn faster foot placement and fundamental introductory tricks through instruction, practice, and games! Minor experience required. We will provide all necessary equipment
Ages 8+ | $15 | Registration Required

Great Pumpkin Fun Run 3k
Saturday, October 24 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Pumpkins, ghosts, and mothman, oh my! Run this multi-terrain 3K and find out if you will get a trick or a treat. You are encouraged to dress up in your favorite costume.
All Ages | $25 for Adults $15 for Youth | Registration Required

Fall Foliage Watercolor
Thursday, October 29 - 10:30am to 12:00pm
Spend a relaxing morning capturing the beauty of the season at Hanson Park. Painting outdoors will bring your attention to the fine details and nuance of the world around you. No experience necessary and all supplies provided. An instructor will lead you through the basics of color mixing, building structure, and painting with zero pressure.
Ages 8+ | $10 | Registration Required

Free Naturalist Chat
Friday, October 30 - 10:30am to 11:15am
Hanson Park's Naturalist highlights seasonal topics and regional conservation efforts in this casual 45-minute chat. Subjects will include snake safety, tick prevention, and citizen science opportunities.
All Ages | Free | Registration Required

Pumpkin Decorating
Friday, October 30 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Join us at the Hanson Park Nature Center for a family-friendly pumpkin decorating event. There will be stickers, paint, and carving materials available for you. The fee covers one pumpkin.
All Ages | $5 | Registration Required

For more information on Hanson Park programs and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/HansonParkPrograms

For questions, please email us at: [email protected]

10/15/2026

Our first annual Great Pumpkin Fun Run 3k is next weekend!

It's not too late to sign-up and join the festive fun on Saturday, October 24 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

To ensure your spot, register here: https://bit.ly/GreatPumkinFunRun

Check out more PRCS races here: Loudoun.Gov/RunYourParks

10/15/2026

Final Update (October 15, 2026)

The northside playground at Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park is Now Open.

We appreciate your patience.

Final Update (October 15, 2026)

The northside playground at Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park is Now Open.

We appreciate your patience.

Update (October 8, 2026)

Due to inclement weather and unexpected delays, the temporary closure of the northside playground at Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park, is anticipated to continue into the week of October 12. 2026. Please visit loudoun.gov/PRCSNews for updates.

The public is asked to heed any construction fencing and signs placed on the property.

During this time, park patrons are welcome to use the southside playground, which can be accessed from the south complex entrance. Looking for more PRCS playgrounds? Residents and visitors can explore similar amenities and recreational opportunities at other PRCS sites by visiting loudoun.gov/MyPRCS.

Updated September 23, 2026:

Due to the continued inclement weather, the temporary closure of the northside playground at Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park, originally scheduled for the week of September 21, 2026, has been delayed. The playground is expected to close on or around Monday, September 28, 2026, and is anticipated to reopen on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.

The public is asked to heed any construction fencing and signs placed on the property. The playground closure will not affect the operation of the splash pad at Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park, which will remain open and close for the season at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 27. During this time, park patrons are welcome to use the southside playground, which can be accessed from the south complex entrance.

Looking for more PRCS playgrounds? Residents and visitors can explore similar amenities and recreational opportunities at other PRCS sites by visiting loudoun.gov/MyPRCS.

Original Post: The Loudoun County Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) announces the temporary closure of the northside playground at Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park for surface replacement and repairs as part of the playground’s maintenance warranty.

To ensure the safety of patrons, the playground will be closed beginning on or around Monday, September 21, 2026, and is anticipated to reopen on Friday, October 2, 2026. The public is asked to heed any construction fencing and signs placed on the property. The playground closure will not affect the operation of the splash pad at Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park, which will remain open and close for the season at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 27.

During this time, park patrons are welcome to use the southside playground, which can be accessed from the south complex entrance.

Looking for more PRCS playgrounds? Residents and visitors can explore similar amenities and recreational opportunities at other PRCS sites by visiting loudoun.gov/MyPRCS. The My PRCS interactive online map offers a convenient way to discover the variety of parks, trails, and facilities provided by Loudoun County PRCS.

10/13/2026

Check out the engaging programs coming up in our park!

Free Nature Walk
Thursday, October 15 - 10:30am to 11:00am
Join a Master Naturalist for a free nature walk through our wooded trails. During the walk, you will learn about the plants and animals that make our park a thriving ecosystem. Please dress for the weather and mulched trails.
All Ages | Free

Not so scary spider Oobleck
Saturday, October 17 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Did you know that not all spiders are scary? Come learn about how they create webs and help our planet as we make a special Halloween oobleck you can take home!
Ages 4-12 | $8 | Registration Required

Fairy House Workshop
Saturday, October 17 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Learn how to build a home for fairies. We will provide all of the supplies, guidance, and space to create a mess. By the end of the program, you will be able to take home your creation so the small magical creatures in your life can have a comfy place to stay.
Ages 4-12 | $15 | Registration Required

Nature Bobsledding
Saturday, October 17 - 11:00am to 12:30pm
"Bobsled" on skateboards through the Hanson Park forest. Instead of gliding down ice, riders will use skateboards to steer through the trails. Instruction and supplies are provided. No experience necessary.
Ages 8+ | $15 | Registration Required

Skateboarding 101
Saturday, October 17 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Learn the basics of skateboarding in this introductory class through instruction and practice! No experience needed. We will provide all necessary equipment.
Ages 8+ | $15 | Registration Required

Skateboarding 102
Saturday, October 24 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Learn faster foot placement and fundamental introductory tricks through instruction, practice, and games! Minor experience required. We will provide all necessary equipment
Ages 8+ | $15 | Registration Required

For more information on Hanson Park programs and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/HansonParkPrograms

For questions, please email us at: [email protected]