It’s their party and they’ll roar if they want to on August 20! Join the Fernbank Museum of Natural History this Saturday as it hosts Dinosaur Birthday Bash, a celebration in honor of the 15th anniversary of its permanent exhibit, Giants of the Mesozoic. You and your children can stand at the feet of the world’s largest dinosaurs while enjoying birthday themed activities, a live DJ, crafts, and games. Kids can meet Giggy A. Dinosaur and take pictures with Buddy the T-Rex from PBS Kids’ Dinosaur Train. Check out the full list of fun activities below:

Georgia Bubbleman


Venture to the Terrace for giant bubbles and tons of birthday fun.

Field Journal Station


Pick up a field journal, earn stamps by completing dinosaur activities, and return it when complete to receive a dino-mite prize. 

Giggy A. Dinosaur 


Don’t miss your chance to wish the museum's roaming mascot, Giggy, a happy birthday!

Dinosaur Digs 


Dinosaur hunters will flock to this special indoor mock dig designed just for children.

Birthday Treats**


Enjoy delicious birthday treats while supplies last.

Shout Out Entertainment featuring DJ-M


Dance, sing, and play along in celebration of Fernbank’s favorite dinosaurs.  

Dinosaur Games
  

Play dinosaur-themed party games such as “Pin the Tail on the Dino” and “Dino Operation.”

Dinosaur Masks 


Dress up with a special dinosaur birthday mask.  

Buddy the T-Rex from PBS Kids’ Dinosaur Train


Meet the prehistoric star of the popular kids’ program. 
This event lasts from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and is sponsored by PBA 30. 

Photo Stops 


Enjoy a variety of special dinosaur photo opportunities, including a life-size replica of a Giganotosaurus skull.

Dinosaur Tattoos


Wear your dinosaur pride with a fun temporary dinosaur tattoo.

Happy Birthday Sing-A-Long at Noon


Sing “Happy Birthday” to the dinosaurs of Giants of the Mesozoic.  

The festivities begin at 10 a.m. and last until 2 p.m. Admission is $18 for adults, $17 for seniors, and $16 for children ages 3-12. For visitor information and tickets, visit www.fernbankmuseum.org. Hope to see you there!

About Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Fernbank Museum of Natural History, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, is one of the most popular and iconic cultural attractions in Atlanta. Home to the world’s largest dinosaurs, Atlanta’s biggest IMAX® screen and one of the largest assemblages of urban Piedmont forest in the United States, Fernbank brings science to life through immersive programming and unmatched experiences that encourage a greater appreciation of the planet and its inhabitants. Fernbank continues its nearly 80-year environmental legacy to protect Fernbank Forest while fulfilling an educational mission to inspire life-long learning of natural history. Visit fernbankmuseum.org for more information and join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.