Topeka Dino Days is a four-month-long celebration featuring incredible dinosaur-themed exhibitions, activities, and events at various locations throughout Topeka, Kansas. This spring, step into the world of SUE the T. rex to uncover the mysteries about the life of this fearsome fossil at the Great Overland Station. Enjoy learning about dinosaur eggs, nests, and babies through colorful, hands-on, interactive experiences at the Kansas Children’s Discovery Center. Journey back to the age of dinosaurs in an immersive experience featuring life-size, animatronic prehistoric giants appearing throughout the Topeka Zoo. Joining in on the fun, businesses and organizations across Topeka have created dinosaur-themed specials, merchandise and events for visitors and locals to enjoy throughout the spring. Start your journey in Downtown Topeka at Topeka Dino Days Base Camp and track your experience on the Topeka Dino Days Explorer Passport app.

The perfect day-trip getaway or spring break trip for the family!

Where to begin

Start your trip planning by visiting TopekaDinoDays.com, your one stop shop for all things dino related in Topeka, KS spring 2022. You can discover the 4-exhibits and what you might be able to see while in the Top City. Learn about specials at participating Dino Days stores, restaurants, and shops and find events taking place on location throughout Topeka Dino Days. 

Next on the list

Buy your tickets for SUE or a combo ticket for the three admissions and begin planning your road trip to the city! Local Tip: Get a group of 10 or more and you can even get a discount on tickets. (More info on TopekaDinoDays.com) Reminder that admission to the Topeka Zoo & the Kansas Children's Discovery Center cover your entry for their exhibits, so if you are already a member of either location or of a partnering association, you get in free. Make sure to check with either location to see if your membership is up to date and if your membership covers admission to these Topeka locations. 

Start your adventure

Now that you are on your way to the city or here already, plan your day(s) around your SUE experience! Based on your date and time for SUE: The T. Rex Experience, you have the whole day (or two) to explore dinosaurs and take part in activities across the city. Find an example itinerary below, and feel free to copy it to make your own. Make sure to get your Topeka Dino Days Explorer Passport so you can get your official Explorer Patch upon completion and get entered to win multiple giveaways. 

Topeka Dino Days Itinerary

Day 1

• Sign up for the Topeka Dino Days Explorer Passport
• Visit SUE: The T. Rex Experience at Great Overland Station 
• Stop in the NOTO Arts & Entertainment District
  • Visit participating locations like: 
    • Norsemen Brewing Company featuring a Dino Days menu that includes dino feet pretzels, dino eggs, turkey legs, and dessert.
    • Paper June featuring dino projects & art, dino themed books/puzzles, and more.
    • Discounts, coloring activities, and prize entries/drawings at local businesses like Pinkadilly, Donaldson's Jewelers, Amused Gallery, The Glass Station, Onyx Wellness Cafe, NOTO Arts Center, & Dirty Girls Adventures.
• Head over to Dinosaurs Alive! at the Topeka Zoo and discover life-size animatronic dinosaurs.
• Finish at the Kansas Children's Discovery Center for Tiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs & Babies.
• Grab dinner at The Pennant featuring a Dino Dig Milkshake and a dino themed kids menu. 

Day 2

• Start the day at The Tee Box for a round of golf featuring the dinosaur themed, virtual target course. 
• Visit Leaping Llamas for dinosaur art and gifts and check in for class times for dinosaur themed crafts.
• While in Downtown Topeka:
  • Visit these local partners for dinosaur specials and offers: 4 Guys Bistro, Iron Rail Brewing Co, and Hazel Hill Chocolate! 
• Visit the Topeka Dino Days Base Camp for your final exhibit stop! Make sure to complete your passport and show the Dino Days team to receive your pin number to redeem your Official Explorer Patch and get entered to win the giveaways. *Please see terms & conditions at TopekaDinoDays.com. 
• End the night catching a premiere of Jurassic Park at the Jayhawk Theatre if it lines up with your visiting dates. 

Other locations to visit while in town for Dino Days specials and offers: The Tasteful Olive, My Gym Children's Fitness Center - More...

Stay at participating hotels and get discounts/offers >

Share your journey through Topeka Dino Days using #TopekaDinoDays and you could see yourself on TopekaDinoDays.com and we may share your photos! 

Haven't had enough of Topeka? Visit our many other locations and attractions while in the city!

If you have any questions about your visit or need some help planning, you can email us at info@visittopeka.com or call the Topeka Dino Days Basecamp at (785) 246-6271.