Penrith will be stepping back millions of years today as it becomes Jurassic Town for Dinosaur Day, a free event packed with prehistoric fun for the whole family.
Taking place today (Saturday 29th August) from 10am to 4pm, the town will be travel back to prehistoric times with roaring dinosaurs, interactive activities and live shows throughout the day.
Visitors will be able to meet life-sized dinosaurs, including a raptor, a Dilophosaurus and a Parasaurolophus. Families can also enjoy ranger training, the giant dino egg, Dr Bones Hatchery, and encounters with roaming baby dinosaurs.
There will be plenty of free activities for children, including face painting. Young explorers can also take part in a special dinosaur trail, searching for prehistoric creatures hidden around the town.
The main hub of activity will be in Great Dockray, with dinosaurs roaming across the wider town centre between 10am and 4pm. The day’s programme is packed with entertainment, from thrilling dinosaur shows to hands-on hatchery experiences.
Watch the live action dinosaurs in the arena - Giant T-Rex, Raptor, Pachycephalosaurus, Brachiosaurus, Parasaurolophus
Ranger training
Visit Dr Bone's Hatchery
Face painting
Balloonist
Dinosaur stories
Dinosaur crafts with W&FC Family Hub
Dinosaur trail - find the golden dinosaurs hiding around town
Visit our businesses are also taking part:
Cranstons on King Street is selling Dinosaur biscuits
Visit Stock Deli and Social for Dino Burgers and Dino Ice Cream Pots
Visit Penrith Library to spot their very own Dinosaur
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