Dinosaur Adventure ROARS into Cedar Rapids, IA!
Join us at the Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center
December 26 – 28, 2025 for Dino-sized family adventure!
Get ready, Cedar Rapids! The much-anticipated Dinosaur Adventure is coming to the Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center from December 26 – 28. This family-friendly event features life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, interactive exhibits, and unforgettable activities that will transport you back to the Jurassic era. Perfect for kids, families, and dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages!'
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!
Bring your family and experience:
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!
GEMSTONE MINING to take home sparkling treasures.
BABY DINOSAUR ENCOUNTERS—pet and interact with playful dino hatchlings!
FACE PAINTING—transform into your favorite dinosaur.
GREEN SCREEN PHOTOS—choose from 3 Jurassic backgrounds to share with friends and family.
COLORING STATION—let creativity run wild with fun dinosaur-themed coloring activities!
PREHISTORIC PLAYGROUND with dinosaur-themed bounce houses.
Helpful Tips:
Strollers and wagons are welcome.
Don’t forget socks for the inflatables!
Don’t wear green if you plan on taking a green screen photo!
You’re welcome to stay as long as you’d like, and re-entry is allowed on the same day.
Bring your camera—plenty of dino-sized photo ops await!
Concessions Available—Most venues have concession stands open for snacks and drinks.
Address:
Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center
4400 6th St. SW. Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Time:
Friday: 12:00pm – 8:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 7:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Ticket Info
Parents and children ages 2 and up must have an Adventure Pass to enter the Dinosaur Exhibit. Children under 2 enter for free and can join in most dinosaur themed activities. All upcoming events are held indoors. Activities are subject to change depending on the venue.
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.
Adult Admission (Ages 13+) – $25 Plus tax and fees
Enjoy full access to all exhibits, life-sized dinosaurs, and interactive displays. Adults can explore Dinosaur Adventure and assist their kids in activities like the dinosaur dig and Jurassic scooters. Please note: activities like inflatables are reserved for children only.
Child Admission (Ages 2-12) – $35 Plus tax and fees
This ticket provides UNLIMITED access to children’s activities such as dinosaur rides, bounce houses (socks required), Jurassic scooters, a coloring station, fossil digs, and live entertainment. Please note: Face painting, the mining area, and green screen photos are available for an additional cost.
Child VIP (Ages 2-12) – $99 Plus tax and fees
VIP Ticket – A $124 Value! Give your child the red carpet treatment with our all-new VIP Ticket! Includes: Admission for one child Ultimate Adventure Pack Face paint VIP area access for stage shows (parents welcome) Exclusive photo op with the Velociraptor (parents may join).
Adventure Packs
Take the adventure home with your very own Adventure Souvenir Pack! (Note: Adventure Packs do not include admission. In the event that certain items are out of stock, we may substitute them with similar products of equal or greater value.)