Dinosaur Birthday Bash

Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Dinosaur Summer is in full swing—and the opportunities to engage with dinosaurs keep growing.
Join us as we celebrate 25 years of Giants of the Mesozoic with the Dinosaur Birthday Bash! This high-energy morning is packed with hands-on, dinosaur-themed fun for fans of every era. This is also a great way to experience the other Dinosaur Summer highlights, including T. REX in the Giant Screen Theater and a special exhibit—T. rex: The Ultimate Predator!

FREE for members and included with general admission.

Scheduled Activities*

Snap-a-saurus Rex
Strike a pose with our giant T. rex and snap a prehistoric birthday photo!

DJ Dino Dance Party
Stomp, shake and dance along to fun tunes at our dino dance party.

Happy Birthday Sing-Along | Noon
Join us as we celebrate with a special dinosaur-themed birthday sing-along.

Ask an Expert
Got a dinosaur question? Meet our experts and learn amazing facts about prehistoric life.

Pin the Tail on the Dino
Take your turn and see if you can pin the tail on the dinosaur!

Party Hat Decoration Station
Decorate your own dinosaur birthday party hat to wear during the celebration.

Dino Trivia
Test your dinosaur knowledge and discover fun facts about your favorite prehistoric creatures.

Animal Encounter | 11 a.m.
Meet a live animal up close and learn about the incredible creatures that share our world today.
 
*Activities are available in the Great Hall from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. and are subject to change without notice.    

PARKING

Parking is limited at Fernbank and may not be available. Please be prepared to potentially park offsite and walk, or to use ride share. Please see the map below for directions to an additional parking option: