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Event Series: Dinosaurs at Descanso Railroad: Opening Weekend

Dinosaurs at Descanso Railroad: Opening Weekend

June 5 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Step back in time for an unforgettable opening weekend at Descanso Railroad, where dinosaurs come to life across the miniature train landscapes.

Explore large-scale dinosaur installations and Cretaceous-era mammals crafted from natural materials, and enjoy hands-on activities for all ages throughout the weekend.

From fossil discoveries to interactive puppet performances, this is a prehistoric adventure the whole family can enjoy.

Summer Passport

Start your summer adventure at Descanso Gardens by picking up your Summer Passport at the Bridge when you scan your ticket or membership card.

Collect a new limited-edition sticker during each date range as you visit throughout the summer:

  • June 1–15: Monarch Butterfly
  • June 16–30: Bumblebee
  • July 1–15: Coyote
  • July 16–31: Bobcat
  • August 1–15: California Scrub Jay
  • August 15–31: Great Horned Owl

Weekend Schedule

Open to all visitors

Friday, June 5 | 10am–7pm

  • All day — Summer Passport + collectible sticker handout at the Bridge when you scan your ticket or membership card
  • All day — Dinosaur installations at Descanso Railroad and the Ancient Forest
  • 9:30am–11:30am — Little Explorers dinosaur-themed activities at Magnolia Court
  • 11am–3pm — Fossil discovery at the Promenade
  • 12:30pm–3pm — Natural History Museum puppet performances at the Promenade

Saturday & Sunday, June 6–7 | 9am–7pm

  • All day — Summer Passport + collectible sticker handout at the Bridge when you scan your ticket or membership card
  • All day — Dinosaur installations at Descanso Railroad and the Ancient Forest
  • 9:30am–11:30am — Little Explorers dinosaur-themed activities at Magnolia Court
  • 9:30am–11:30am — Fossil discovery at Magnolia Court

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