Jurassic Dino Day is roaring into Coleraine with free family fun
Get ready for a ROAR-some day out as dinosaurs take over Coleraine town centre for one of the biggest family events of the summer.
On Saturday, August 15, from 1pm to 3pm, Coleraine Connect is bringing the prehistoric world to life with Jurassic Dino Day - and best of all, it's completely FREE to attend.
The stars of the show are sure to leave visitors amazed. Meet everyone's favourite dinosaur Blu, the incredible 15ft-long Velociraptor, who roars, blinks, stomps and prowls through the streets looking for his next adventure.
Alongside Blu is the truly gigantic Gorm, an awe-inspiring 25ft-long Triceratops whose sheer size has to be seen to be believed!
As if that wasn't enough, keep your eyes peeled for eight adorable baby dinosaurs who will be meeting families throughout the town centre.
Young explorers can also discover fascinating prehistoric facts inside the Fossil Museum, while little ones can transform into their favourite dinosaur with the help of our talented face painters, located at the front and back of the Town Hall.
The fun doesn't stop there! Q Radio will be broadcasting live from Coleraine with the Q Radio Roadshow, bringing fantastic music, entertainment and plenty of excitement throughout the afternoon.
There will also be some incredible giveaways from our wonderful local businesses, including the chance to win a £250 voucher towards a new holiday booking with JF Travel.
Adding to the fantastic atmosphere, local favourite Jamie Sloan will be performing live outside The Pear Tree, providing the perfect soundtrack as you enjoy everything the town has to offer.
Many of Coleraine's fantastic local businesses are getting into dino-mite mode with special Jurassic-themed activities, so why not arrive early and spend the day in town?
Itsy Bitsy Wonderland is kicking things off with a Dinosaur Breakfast & Messy Play Morning from 10am–12pm (booking required), complete with dinosaur-themed breakfast, messy play and two hours in the Playtown.
Waterstones will host a Dinosaur Story Time at 12.30pm, while Snappy Snaps will have a fun Jurassic Selfie Station for all the family.
Regatta is inviting young dinosaur fans upstairs to its Colouring Station, and Whoosh will be serving children's meals in dinosaur-themed boxes, with every children's meal including a FREE Jurassic Explorer Pack while stocks last.
The Orchard is joining the Dino Day fun too! From 10am–4pm, call in and try their Rawrsome ice cream served in brand-new dinosaur keep cups. Choose from five different dino cup designs and enjoy a sweet treat while you explore the town centre.
Visit Toytown in Moores of Coleraine on Dino Day to collect a FREE sweetie bag and don't forget to enter the Dinosaur colouring competition. Pick up your colouring sheet in Toytown between Monday 10 and Thursday, August 13.
The winning masterpiece will be displayed in store on Dino Day, with the lucky winner receiving a £20 Moores gift card and a Schleich Dinosaur. Entries close at 5.30pm on Thursday 13th August.
With dinosaurs roaming the streets, live entertainment, fantastic giveaways and plenty happening in the local businesses, there's never been a better time to enjoy a family day out in Coleraine.
Bring the family, explore everything Coleraine's town centre has to offer, snap some incredible dinosaur selfies and make memories that will last long after the dinosaurs have disappeared.
The dinosaurs are coming... and Coleraine is going Jurassic! Join in the fun on Saturday, August 15 and experience one of the biggest FREE family events of the summer!