If your little ones are mad about dinosaurs, this is the month to head to West Midlands Safari Park! Jurassic June is back for 2026, and it’s bigger and more roar-some than ever. We’re talking lifelike roaming raptors, adorable baby dinos, live keeper shows, and the chance to go face-to-face with some seriously impressive prehistoric creatures.
TL;DR: Jurassic June runs every weekend in June 2026 (6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st, 27th and 28th June). Head to the Land of the Living Dinosaurs for Velociraptor Live Shows on the hour from 12pm. Catch the baby dino Meet The Babies! sessions from 11:30am. Tickets start from £19.90pp.
Whether you’ve got budding palaeontologists or kids who just love a good roar, West Midlands Safari Park is pulling out all the stops this June. Here’s everything you need to know before you go!
What Is Jurassic June at West Midlands Safari Park?
Jurassic June is a special seasonal event that transforms West Midlands Safari Park into a full-on prehistoric playground every weekend throughout June. It’s not just a static display, this is a fully immersive dinosaur experience with live shows, roaming characters, and hands-on activities that bring the Cretaceous and Jurassic periods to life.
The event is centred around the park’s permanent Land of the Living Dinosaurs attraction, which already features towering animatronic creatures including a mighty T-Rex, a colossal Mamenchisaurus, and early dinosaurs like the Eoraptor.
During Jurassic June, however, the whole experience gets turned up a notch with live dinosaur characters roaming the park, keeper-led encounters, and special appearance sessions that the kids absolutely love.
The highlight? Incredibly lifelike Velociraptors brought to life by expert handlers, plus the chance to meet baby dinosaurs up close on the Discovery Trail. These aren’t your average costume characters; they’re detailed, realistic, and genuinely impressive for dinosaur fans of any age!
The highlight? Incredibly lifelike Velociraptors brought to life by expert handlers, plus the chance to meet baby dinosaurs up close on the Discovery Trail. These aren’t your average costume characters; they’re detailed, realistic, and genuinely impressive for dinosaur fans of any age!
What’s included in Jurassic June?
- Velociraptor Live Shows at the Land of the Living Dinosaurs (by the Dino Dig)
- Meet The Babies! sessions on the Discovery Trail
- The permanent Land of the Living Dinosaurs walk-through attraction
- Dino Dig interactive area for little palaeontologists
- Ice Age section featuring mammoths, sabretooths, and giant sloths
- Interactive displays and dino fact stations throughout the park
Jurassic June 2026 Dates and Show Times
Planning is everything when it comes to catching the live shows. With that in mind, here’s exactly when to be where!
Jurassic June runs on these weekends:
6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st, 27th and 28th June 2026.
The Jurassic June experiences are weekend-only. As a result, if you’re planning a weekday visit in June you’ll still get to explore the Land of the Living Dinosaurs, but you’ll miss the live shows and roaming dinosaur characters.
The Jurassic June experiences are weekend-only, so if you’re planning a weekday visit in June you’ll still get to explore the Land of the Living Dinosaurs, but you’ll miss the live shows and roaming dinosaur characters.
Velociraptor Live Show
Location: Land of the Living Dinosaurs, by the Dino Dig
Their expert keeper leads these incredible lifelike Velociraptors through their paces, and may even need your help with their training! You can also grab an unforgettable photo with your new dino friend.
| Show Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 12:00 | Land of the Living Dinosaurs, Dino Dig |
| 13:00 | Land of the Living Dinosaurs, Dino Dig |
| 14:00 | Land of the Living Dinosaurs, Dino Dig |
| 15:00 | Land of the Living Dinosaurs, Dino Dig |
| 16:00 | Land of the Living Dinosaurs, Dino Dig |
Meet The Babies!
Location: Discovery Trail
Smaller, younger, and utterly adorable, the baby dino sessions on the Discovery Trail suit toddlers and younger children perfectly – especially those who might find the full-size Velociraptors a little too intense!
| Session Time | Location |
|---|---|
| 11:30 | Discovery Trail |
| 12:30 | Discovery Trail |
| 13:30 | Discovery Trail |
| 14:15 | Discovery Trail |
| 15:30 | Discovery Trail |
Top tip: The 11:30am Meet The Babies! session is the quietest of the day. If you want to get up close without the crowds, arrive early and head to the Discovery Trail first!
Explore the Land of the Living Dinosaurs
Even outside of the Jurassic June live shows, the Land of the Living Dinosaurs is one of the most impressive permanent attractions at West Midlands Safari Park, and it’s included in the standard admission price.
This walk-through prehistoric world takes you on a journey through different eras of Earth’s history. Jaw-dropping animatronic creatures tower above you and roar as you pass. It’s genuinely spectacular, and the level of detail makes it feel like you’ve stepped back millions of years in time!
What you’ll see inside
The Cretaceous Period is ruled by the mighty T-Rex, one of the most recognisable and thrilling dinosaurs in the attraction. Kids (and adults!) tend to stop dead in their tracks when this one comes into view.
The Jurassic Era is home to the enormous Mamenchisaurus, one of the longest dinosaurs to have ever lived. Curious little ones will love the educational panels alongside it, which pack in a brilliant learning moment too!
The Eoraptor takes centre stage in the Early Dinosaurs section, standing as one of the first creatures ever to have evolved into a true dinosaur. It’s a great opportunity to show children just how diverse the dinosaur world was before the giants took over!
The Dino Dig is where budding palaeontologists can get hands-on, digging for fossils and unearthing their own prehistoric finds. It’s brilliant for younger children and a perfect spot to let them run off some energy.
The Ice Age section rounds off the experience with mammoths, sabretooths, and giant sloths, all set against a rumbling volcano and an atmospheric ice cave. It’s a stunning finale to the walk-through. A great reminder, too, that the prehistoric world didn’t end with the dinosaurs!
West Midlands Safari Park Tickets and Prices 2026
Jurassic June is included in standard park admission, so there’s no extra charge to catch the live shows or explore the Land of the Living Dinosaurs.
In other words, you get a huge amount for your money. Here’s a breakdown of what’s available:
| Ticket Type | Price | What’s Included |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Ticket | From £19.90pp | Safari Drive, Safari Walk, animal encounters |
| Admission + Rides | From £29.90pp | Everything above plus Adventure Theme Park rides |
| Adult & Pre-Schooler | £19.50pp | Adults + children aged 0-4, quieter off-peak times |
| Flexible Ticket | From £32pp | Visit any time within the next 12 months |
| Silver Pass | From £5/month | 12 months unlimited admission |
| Gold Pass | From £7/month | 12 months unlimited admission and rides |
Add a Ride Wristband for just £10pp if you want to access the Adventure Theme Park rides on top of your standard admission ticket.
Save up to 42% on entry! If you’re a Day Out With The Kids VIP Pass member, you can unlock a West Midlands Safari Park discount code and save big on your visit. Well worth checking before you book!
Tickets are available to book online in advance with Day Out With The Kids.
We strongly recommend booking ahead for Jurassic June weekends, as these rank among the busiest days of the year at the park.
Tips for Visiting West Midlands Safari Park During Jurassic June
A little planning goes a long way on busy Jurassic June weekends! Here are our top tips for making the most of your visit:
- Book in advance. Jurassic June weekends are hugely popular. Booking online ahead of your visit guarantees entry and often works out cheaper than buying on the gate.
- Arrive early. The park gets busy from mid-morning onwards, especially on sunny weekends. Getting there when gates open gives you first pick of the Dino Dig and a quieter walk through the Land of the Living Dinosaurs.
- Plan your show schedule. There are five Velociraptor Live Shows per day (12pm to 4pm) and five Meet The Babies! sessions (from 11:30am). Check the times in advance and build your day around the slots that suit your family best.
- Don’t rush the Safari Drive. It’s easy to get so caught up in the dinosaur action that you forget the park’s famous Safari Drive, where you can see lions, giraffes, rhinos, and more from the comfort of your car. Factor in plenty of time for this too!
- Bring a camera. The photo opportunities with the Velociraptor characters are genuinely spectacular. The expert keepers actively encourage guests to grab photos with their dino friends!
- Check the daily talks schedule. Beyond Jurassic June, the park runs regular Conservation Station talks and keeper sessions throughout the day. Check the daily talks and show times page before you go so you don’t miss anything.
- Wear comfortable shoes. There’s a lot of ground to cover between the Safari Walk, the Land of the Living Dinosaurs, the Discovery Trail, and the Adventure Theme Park. Comfy footwear is a must!
Is Jurassic June Worth It?
Absolutely, yes! West Midlands Safari Park is already one of the best family days out in the Midlands, but Jurassic June takes it to a whole new level for dinosaur-loving families.
The permanent Land of the Living Dinosaurs is already brilliant on its own. Add to that the live Velociraptor shows and baby dino encounters, and it becomes a genuinely unique experience. The dinosaur characters are lifelike and impressive in a way that goes far beyond what you’d expect, and the keeper-led interaction adds an educational layer that parents will love just as much as the kids.
The fact that Jurassic June is included in standard park admission makes it exceptional value. You’re getting the full safari experience, the walk-through prehistoric world, live dinosaur shows, and the Adventure Theme Park (with a ride wristband add-on) all in one visit. For families, that’s a seriously packed day out!
Given that there are only eight days of Jurassic June available across the month, don’t leave it too late to book. The final weekend (27th and 28th June) will come around fast!
Ready to go? Find out more and plan your visit on our West Midlands Safari Park page, or check out our West Midlands Safari Park discount codes to save up to 42% on entry before you book.