Dinosaur World Festival - Pietermaritzberg - Sunday - 6th September, 2026

Dinosaur World Pietermaritzberg 2026

City: Pietermaritzberg

Venue: KZN Botanical Gardens

Date: 3rd September - 6th September, 2026
Time: 9am to 5:00pm

Prepare for an unforgettable experience as lifesize animatronic dinosaurs take over Ladysmith during the Dinosaur World Festival Ladysmith following a successful tour across South Africa in 2024 and 2025.

We are thrilled to return with this grand educational and entertaining exhibition to Ladysmith. Families and schools from Ladysmith and surrounding areas are warmly invited to join us for this unique opportunity to step back into the prehistoric era while enjoying a delightful picnic, music, and family activities with loved ones.

The exhibition is divided into four sections, labeled A through to D, allowing visitors to choose their preferred areas based on their budget.

1. The Dino Expo (A) 

2. Jurassic Giants (B) 

3. Dino Street Theatre (30 min) (C) 

4. Reptile Show (30 min) (D) 

PAID ON ACTIVITIES

We have additional activities that are paid at the event these will range from R50 to R200 per activity/person, available rides are listed below.

1. Dinosaur rides

2. Dinosaur nest playground

3. Jurassic cars

4. Princess cars

5. Inflatable playground

6. Electric train

Below are different packages of Dino World Festival admission ticket prices 

SILVER TICKET
SILVER EARLY BIRD TICKETS (if you book before 21st 2026)
Early Bird (Before 21 May 2026):
Single: R131.34
Family of 4: R418.81
Group of 8: R784.68
Group of 16: R1,359.63

SILVER STANDARD TICKET (If you book after the 21st May 2026)
Single: R136.25
Family of 4: R453.45
Group of 8: R861.28
Group of 16: R1859.73

SILVER TICKET BENEFITS
SIVER TICKET WILL GRANT ACCESS TO
1.Market area
2.Jumping castles
3. Food Stalls area
4.Music djs
5.Dino Coloring
6.Dino egg photo opportunity
7.Picnic area
8.Fossil Excavation
9 Inflatables

Plus, one section of your choice

Please be reminded that food and merchandise will be for sale

GOLD TICKETS
GOLD EARLY BIRD TICKETS PRICES (If you book before 21st May 2026)
Single: R196.67
Family of 4: R680.14
Group of 8: R1281.22
Group of 16: R2431.11

GOLD STANDARD TICKET PRICES (If you book after 21st May 2026)
Single: R204.22
Family of 4: R793.31
Group of 8: R1540.99
Group of 16: R2991.04

GOLD TICKET BENEFITS
GOLD ticket gives you access to everything in Silver Plus any one section of your choice

DIAMOND TICKETS
DIAMOND EARLY BIRD TICKET PRICES (if you book before 21st May 2026)
Single: R262.01
Family of 4: R941.48
Group of 8: R1777.77
Group of 16: R3450.32

DIAMOND STANDARD TICKET PRICES (if you book 21st May 2026)
Single: R272.19
Family of 4: R997.22
Group of 8: R1858.19
Group of 16: R3534.81

DIAMOND TICKET BENEFITS
DIAMOND TICKET grants you access to everything in Silver Plus any 2 sections of your choice.

The Dino Expo (Section A)
Early Bird - If you book before 21st May 2026
Kids /Adults R115.65

Standard ticket - if you book after 21st May 2026
Kids /Adults R120

Jurassic Giants (Section B)
Early Bird ticket - if you book before 21st May 2026
Kids /Adults R115.65

Standard ticket - if you book after 21st May 2026
Kids /Adults R120

Amusement Rides (Section C)
Early Bird - if you book before 21st May 2026
Kids /Adults R115.65

Standard Ticket - if you book after 21st May 2026
R120 per person

Special school group booking comes in 3 different packages which are accommodated strictly during week days.

Group of 25 kids and adults

Group of 50 kids and Adults 

Group of 100 kids and Adults

Children are defined as those aged 14 and under. Admission is free for kids under 10 months

Tickets are expected to sell out quickly, so we recommend booking in advance to avoid any last-minute disappointments.

Here are the descriptions for SECTIONS A to D of Dinosaur World:

THE DINO EXPO (A) 

Discover an enchanting exhibition filled with medium-sized animatronic dinosaurs that spring to life with sound and movement.

JURASSIC GIANTS (B) 

Enter a realm of gigantic beings with life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, including a 12-meter-long Tyrannosaurus rex and a 20-meter-long Cooperensis Australotitan, all accessed through the massive mouth of a giant T. rex.

DINOSAUR STREET THEATRE (C)

Participate in a lively 20 to 30-minute interactive performance featuring a variety of juvenile dinosaurs and puppets. Children will have the opportunity to answer dinosaur trivia questions and win exciting prizes during the show.

REPTILE SHOW (D)

Experience a 30-minute interactive educational presentation showcasing a diverse range of reptiles, including crocodiles, snakes, tortoises, and many other intriguing creatures.

The exhibition is designed with various facilities, allowing each activity to have its own ticket price. This means visitors can buy tickets tailored to the specific areas they wish to explore. For instance, a full access ticket grants entry to all exhibition sections, excluding rides and certain activities. Additionally, there are special discounted tickets available for families of four, as well as groups of eight and sixteen.

Door Ticket Sale Prices

- Silver R100

- Gold R200

- Diamond R300

- Platinum R400

Due to limited capacity tickets are expected to sell out quickly, so we recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointments on the day.

· Guest have the flexibility to tailor their experience according to their budget. 

*Please be reminded that food and merchandise will be for sale*

· Ideal for family outings and kids parties. 

· Tickets are subject to change without notice 

· Kids under the age of 10 months are free of admission 

· Kids means 14 years and below 

· For additional information regarding the event stay tuned