In honor of Dinosaur Island’s return to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium this summer, the Zoo is excited to announce the Dino Weekend celebration on July 29 and 30. As part of the festivities, the Zoo will offer exciting prehistoric-themed fun for both families and animals from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day, including:
• Special guest appearances: Visiting all the way from Bedrock, Fred and Wilma Flintstone, Barney and Betty Rubble, and Dino are excited to meet all of their fans and to take photos during Dino Weekend. Additionally, guests will have the opportunity meet Buddy the Dinosaur from the PBS Kids show, “Dinosaur Train,” courtesy of WOSU.
• Dinosaur Island Boat Ride – Special Tours: For Dino Weekend only, the Zoo will offer personal tour guides on the Dinosaur Island Boat Ride. Guests can climb aboard to take a journey into the Jurassic jungle with surprises and fun around every turn. Additional fees may apply; experience is free for Columbus Zoo Gold members.
• Interactive paleontology station: At the interactive paleontology station, guests will learn about the history of dinosaurs and fossils directly from experts from The Ohio State University’s Orton Geological Museum.
• “Block and Roll” Animal Enrichment: The fun doesn’t stop with Zoo guests! Animal care staff will provide the animals at select habitats with ice blocks containing treats frozen inside as part of special “Block and Roll”-themed enrichment for the animals to enjoy.
Click here for tickets and more information.