DINOSAURS ROAR BACK TO LIFE AT GRAPEVINE'S PREHISTORIC PARK!

[GRAPEVINE, TEXAS] February 6, 2026 — Grapevine will once again be home to animatronic dinosaurs like the dinosaurs that used to roam through Grapevine thousands of years ago. With the Grapevine Lake backdrop, this is the perfect (and very fitting) setting for attendees to learn about Grapevine's prehistoric past while roaming a walk-through exhibition of animatronic dinosaurs.

Dig into the action and enjoy hands-on activities for the whole family at this one-of-a-kind exhibit, open daily March 14 to March 29, at Meadowmere Park, 3000 Meadowmere Lane, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Bring your friends and family and enjoy entry for (up to) six people per vehicle starting at $29.

Experience the excitement of Dinos After Dark, from 7:00 – 9:00 pm with themed nightly events on select dates.

PREHISTORIC PARK EXHIBITS

• 15 Animatronic Dinosaurs - up to 15 feet tall
• Paleontologist Tool Wall – see tools used in fossil digs
• Dinosaur Egg, Teeth and Claw Displays - guests can see and touch
• Dinosaur Skin Display – feel what dinosaur skin may have been like
• Grapevine in the Cretaceous – learn more about Grapevine's prehistoric era

PREHISTORIC PARK ACTIVITIESBoneyard Games:

• Feed the Dinosaur: Guests toss bean bags designed to look like T-bone steaks into the mouth of a dinosaur, like a cornhole-style game.
• Tricer-A-Toss: Modeled after a carnival ring toss, guests try to land rings on the three horns of a Triceratops.
• Walk Like a Dinosaur: Kids can strap on dinosaur feet and tails and experience what it's like to walk like a dinosaur.
• Dig Site: Participants use paintbrushes and sandbox tools to carefully brush away dirt and uncover fossilized bones, just like real paleontologists.
• Amber Fossil Craft: Participants create a drawing and glue flat amber fossil marbles onto their artwork, creating a keepsake they can take home.

DINOS AFTER DARK

Food and drinks will be available for purchase on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Debit or credit cards only. For more information on all the activities visit GoGrapevine.com/PrehistoricPark.

 CAMP WITH THE DINOSAURS

Guests looking for extra dinosaur fun can Camp with the Dinosaurs at Meadowmere Park! Admission to Prehistoric Park during exhibit hours is included with your camping fee when staying at one of our primitive campsites during the exhibit. Each primitive campsite accommodates up to two tents and a maximum of ten campers, with sites spaced apart to provide a remote Jurassic camping experience. Fee: Starting at $45 per night. Reserve your campsite online at GoGrapevine.com/MeadowmerePark

ABOUT GRAPEVINE PARKS AND RECREATION: The City of Grapevine Parks and Recreation enhance the quality of life for Grapevine residents by providing access to parks, trails, recreational programs, and educational opportunities. The Department is committed to creating a healthier and happier community through stewardship of natural resources and high-quality leisure opportunities. Learn more at GoGrapevine.com.

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