Dinosaur Adventure – Springfield, IL Dec 2026 at Illinois State Fairgrounds Il State Fair – Springfield, IL

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Get your tickets to see Dinosaur Adventure – Springfield, IL Dec 2026 at Illinois State Fairgrounds Il State Fair – Springfield, IL at Illinois State Fairgrounds Il State Fair. Happening on Sunday, December 6, 2026 @ 9:00 AM.

Get your tickets to see Dinosaur Adventure - Springfield, IL Dec 2026 in Springfield, IL. Happening on Sunday, December 6, 2026 at Illinois State Fairgrounds Il State Fair. Doors open at 9:00 AM.

Step into the world of prehistoric giants at Dinosaur Adventure, a unique exhibit showcasing life-sized, realistic dinosaurs that move and roar just like the real thing! Children’s Activities: Kids can dive into fun-filled activities, including Jurassic scooters, themed obstacle courses, dinosaur rides, and more!

Dates & Times
Saturday, December 5, 2026 : 9:00am – 8:00pm
Sunday, December 6, 2026 : 9:00am – 7:00pm

You're welcome to arrive anytime! Just note that last entry is one hour before closing. 

Address:
Illinois State Fairgrounds
801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL 62702 

 
What’s Included with General Admission:
LIFE-SIZE DINOSAURS that come to life with movement and roars!
FOSSIL DIGS where kids can uncover ancient fossils.
JURASSIC SCOOTERS—ride on dino-shaped scooters for extra fun!
DINOSAUR RIDES—climb aboard and ride your favorite dinosaur!
MINI GOLF (available at select venues)
COLORING STATION—let creativity run wild with fun dinosaur-themed coloring activities!
PREHISTORIC PLAYGROUND with dinosaur themed bounce houses.
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT—dance and train with our Velociraptor performers!

Optional Add-On Experiences (included with VIP)
FACE PAINTING—transform into your favorite dinosaur.
GEMSTONE MINING—take home sparkling treasures.
GREEN SCREEN PHOTOS—choose from 3 Jurassic backgrounds to share with friends and family.

*Activities are subject to change depending on venue.*

Helpful Tips:
1️⃣ Strollers and wagons are welcome.
2️⃣ Don’t forget socks for the inflatables!
3️⃣ Don’t wear green if you plan on taking a green screen photo!
4️⃣ You’re welcome to stay as long as you’d like, and re-entry is allowed on the same day.
5️⃣ Bring your camera—plenty of dino-sized photo ops await!
6️⃣ Concessions Available—Most venues have concession stands open for snacks and drinks.

Ticket Info
Parents and children ages 2 and up must have an Admission ticket to enter the Dinosaur Exhibit. Children under 2 enter for free and can join in most dinosaur themed activities. All events are held indoors. You may arrive at any time and stay as long as you'd like. Children under 2 enter for free.

Adventure Packs
Take the adventure home with your very own Adventure Souvenir Pack!
 Each pack includes:

Dinosaur Adventure drawstring backpack
Hatch-a-dinosaur egg
Dinosaur Adventure toy
Fossil dig block
Sticker pack

 Ultimate Adventure Pack:
 Each pack includes:

One Adventure Pack
Dinosaur Adventure T-Shirt
One Mining or Panning Bag
Family Green Screen Photo

Sunday Access for Sensory-Friendly Families!
To provide a more comfortable experience, we will be opening at 8:30 AM on Sundays specifically for families with children who have special needs or sensory sensitivities. This quieter time allows families to enjoy the event before general admission begins.

www.dinosauradventure.com
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For Dinosaur Adventure customer service or questions, please contact our team at info@dinosauradventure.com or call us at 651-504-2000. We're happy to help!

All accessible tickets are available to purchase through Ticketmaster. An accessible seat is allowed one companion seat - total of 2 tickets, per account, are allowed within accessible area. Please call box office 217-782-1979 for any questions. Sign language interpreter is provided for all Grandstand events and transmitted on video screen.

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