FORT WORTH (KDAF) — Jurassic Quest will bring life-size animatronic dinosaurs, prehistoric ocean displays and Ice Age animals to the Fort Worth Convention Center from Oct. 2 to Oct. 4. The three-day event offers interactive educational activities and exhibits spanning prehistoric history.

The event combines three primary exhibit areas: Jurassic Quest, Ancient Oceans and the newly added Frozen Frontier. General admission tickets cover entry to all three exhibits alongside hands-on science activities.

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The main Jurassic Quest section features moving animatronic dinosaurs representing the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. Displays include authentic fossil specimens, such as Tyrannosaurus rex teeth and a Triceratops horn, along with live dinosaur shows, baby dinosaur meet-and-greets and a scavenger hunt called “The Quest.”

Ancient Oceans highlights prehistoric marine life with displays on the Megalodon, ancient marine reptiles and ocean ecosystems. The new Frozen Frontier exhibit expands the scope into the Ice Age, featuring animals such as mammoths, saber-toothed cats, dire wolves, giant ground sloths, Irish elk and Paraceratherium.

Children can participate in fossil digs, science stations and craft areas, along with a dedicated soft play space called Tricera-TOTs. While general admission covers basic exhibits and science stations, upgraded child tickets are required for select activities, including dinosaur rides and inflatables. Children under age 2 receive free admission, while all visitors ages 2 and older require a ticket.

Event hours are Friday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A sensory and mobility-friendly session is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 3, from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., featuring reduced audio, brighter lighting and limited ticket availability.

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