Christmas at Dinosaur World is transforming the 20-acre outdoor jungle attraction in Plant City, Florida, into a prehistoric holiday wonderland starting in late November 2026.
Key Details & Highlights
- Event Dates: Friday, November 27, 2026 through January 3, 2027 (closed Christmas Day).
- Hours: Standard park hours are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Extended holiday hours (10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.) take place on select dates:
- November 27–29
- December 4–6, 11–13, and 18–24
- Admission: The holiday experience is included with standard park admission—no separate ticket is required. Online tickets are priced at $19.95, or $24.95 at the gate.
What to Expect
- Holiday Displays & Lights: Miles of Christmas lights woven throughout the 20-acre trail featuring life-sized dinosaurs dressed in holiday attire. Opening night (Nov. 27) includes a Christmas tree lighting ceremony.
- Candy Cane Express: A festive train ride winding through the park.
- Elf Workshop: Free hands-on activity station where kids can build their own take-home dinosaur or dragon skeleton, alongside complimentary face painting and glitter tattoos.
- Christmas Market & Santa Meets: Open from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on extended-hour nights, featuring visits with Santa and local vendor setups.
- Festive Treats: Specialty food and beverage offerings such as Swedish waffles, dirty sodas, kettle corn, cotton candy, and featured food trucks on-site.
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