Dino Safari Attractions, Activities, and Rides

Dino Safari invites families into a prehistoric world, where more than 70 animated dinosaurs and ice age animal sculptures come to life with thousands of shimmering lights. From a glowing woolly mammoth to a towering 46-foot-tall t-rex, kids and adults are sure to be awed as they walk through the expansive–and incredibly Insta-worthy–outdoor display.

Beyond the illuminated creatures, kids can explore a dino-themed fun zone that’s packed with rides and games. Young visitors can go wild in the Jungle Explorer Playground or take a spin on the Dino Carousel, just to name a few attractions included with admissions. For an additional fee, children can hop around the Dino Bounce Castle, search for fossils and gems at the Safari Dig, climb aboard the Oviraptor Train for a memorable ride, and more.

Themed rides and games bring even more kid-friendly fun to the spectacular light festival.

On-Site Food and Gift Shop

Refuel with funnel cake, corn dogs, and french fries, or opt for packaged snacks and drinks sold on-site, including chips, cookies, muffins, juices, and sodas. Outside snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are also welcome–they just can’t be brought into the amusement activities.

For dino-themed toys and Lumi souvenirs (he’s the face of LuminoCity’s many light festivals), you can swing by the gift shop. Lumi items are also available online.

What Else to Know Before You Visit Dino Safari

• Dino Safari welcomes visitors of all ages
• Most visitors spend 1-2 hours exploring the display and attractions
• The experience is both stroller-friendly and ADA-compliant
• Free parking is available with admission
• On-site tickets can be purchased with most major credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay, but cash isn’t accepted
• Restrooms are available on-site for visitors
• Guests are welcome–and even encouraged–to take photos and videos
• Kids 16 and under must be accompanied by a grownup
• Keep an eye out for special theme nights, when many visitors come in costume

Dino Safari welcomes guests of all ages from Thursday, July 4th through Sunday, August 4th.

Tickets and Hours

Tickets to LuminoCity’s Dino Safari are available online, and purchasing in advance is highly recommended–since tickets at the door may sell out!

Admission starts at $20.00 a visitor, with children ages 3 and under able to enter and participate in all activities for FREE (just keep in mind that they need to be accompanied by an adult). Add-on tickets can be purchased on-site for some of the additional activities and attractions previously mentioned. Also, note that the “worry-free one-day refund policy” makes it so that you can apply for a refund on any unused tickets up to a day before your scheduled visit.

Dino Safari is at Bethesda’s Westfield Montgomery Mall from Thursday, July 4th through Sunday, August 4th. From Monday to Thursday, you can choose to visit during the 5:00-7:00 pm day session or the 7:00-9:30 pm night session. And from Friday to Sunday, you can opt for the 5:00-7:00 pm day session on the 7:00-10:00 pm night session.

Win a VIP Experience at LuminoCity’s Dino Safari

Enter for a chance to WIN “golden tickets” by following the steps below! The winner receives 4 general admissions tickets, mystery gifts, and activity bundles.

• Follow @LuminoCityFestival on Instagram
• Comment a fun fact about your favorite dinosaur on this Instagram post
• Tag two of your friends and tag @LuminoCityFestival

Winners will be announced on LuminoCity’s Instagram page on Tuesday, July 9th, so keep an eye out. To plan your visit and book your tickets, visit LuminoCity’s Dino Safari website here.

To plan your visit and book your tickets, visit LuminoCity’s Dino Safari website here.

All photos courtesy of LuminoCity