Summer 2026 is set to be a roarsome one at World Museum, as dinosaurs take over every Wednesday and Thursday throughout the school holidays.
A packed programme of interactive activities, hands-on crafts, storytelling and dinosaur magic will bring the prehistoric world to life for visitors of all ages.
Families can meet life-like dinosaur puppets of all shapes and sizes as they roam through the museum, from giant prehistoric creatures to adorable baby dinos. There will also be storytelling sessions, meet and greets, craft workshops and sensory play for under-fives.
Visitors will also have the chance to meet museum experts and discover more about the creatures that once ruled the Earth, with special sessions exploring what life was like for dinosaurs and other ancient animals.
World Museum will also host a relaxed after-hours session for children and families with neurodiverse conditions or additional needs, offering a more accessible way to enjoy the programme.
The summer activities coincide with the reopening of World Museum’s Wild World: Dinosaurs and Natural History gallery on the fourth floor. Visitors can come face to face with full-size replica dinosaur skeletons including Allosaurus and Neovenator, while also exploring Liverpool’s ancient mudflats and learning more about the animals that call threatened polar regions and dense forests home.
Some events will require pre-booking. Visitors can explore the full summer programme and book tickets here.
Full listings below:
Meet the Dinosaurs
Wednesdays and Thursdays in July and August, from Wednesday 22 July
Shows at 10am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm and 3:30pm / Free
Across World Museum, come face-to-face with giant dinosaurs like Zuki the Stegosaurus and Salsa the Megalosaurus, enjoy fun shows, and meet sweet baby dinos, perfect for photos! Suitable for all ages.
Little Dinosaurs
Thursdays in July and August, from Thursday 23 July – 11am, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm / £2 per child
Stomp along with your little explorers for sensory play, puzzles, crafting and a whole lot of dinosaur-themed fun.
Squish-a-Saurus Crafts
Thursdays in July and August, from Thursday 23 July – 10:30am – 12:30pm and 1:30pm – 3:30pm / Free
Join our creative museum team us for some roarsome crafts. Squash, chop and mould model magic into pre-historic creatures to take home.
Meet the Curator
Wednesdays in July and August, from Wednesday 22 July, 2 and 2.30pm / Free
Join our experts in Clore Natural History Centre over the summer to learn about herbivorous dinosaurs, prehistoric insects, giant birds, folklore, and fossils. Book your tickets on the day at the ticket desk or from our website.
For the love of Dinosaurs with Splatter & Stick
Wednesday 12 August, 10-11.30am / £2 per child
Splatter and Stick offers an inclusive environment specifically tailored for SEND and neurodivergent children and their families with the aim to develop a child’s self confidence, natural exploration skills, hand eye co-ordination and manual dexterity through the exploration of arts and crafts with Sensory Play. We aim to create a fun and creative environment that supports families with children who may need additional support. Tickets cost £2 per child and booking in advance via our website is essential. There are more details about Splatter and Stick on our website including support and wayfinding for your family.
After Hours: Relaxed Dino Dig
Thursday 13 August, 5:15 – 7pm / £2 per child
We know the World Museum is a great place to visit during those long summer holidays but for some families our busy galleries can be overwhelming – so we are opening our doors after hours. This event is especially for families with children aged 4+ who have members with an autism spectrum condition or other conditions which mean they prefer a more relaxed visit. For more information about support and wayfinding for this event please visit our website.
Junk-a-Saurus Crafts
Wednesdays in July and August, from Wednesday 22 July – 10:30am – 12:30pm and 1:30 – 3:30pm / Free, drop-in
Join us every Wednesday this summer holiday for our roarsome crafts. Our creative museum team will be on hand to help you cut, stick and tape recycled materials together to craft your own wearable dino costume to take home.
Alongside our exciting events, visitors can build their own T-Rex head or explore the history of fossils with gifts and souvenirs on sale in World Museum’s shop, which has an exclusive range of dino items for the whole family. Shop during your visit or online any time.
Dino Takeover runs from 22 July – 27 August 2026 at World Museum.
Main Photo Credit: Pete Carr
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