Dino World Festival - Ruimsig - Sunday - 6th April, 2025
April 6th, 2025 @ 9:00am SAST
Dinosaur World Festival, Ruimsig Roodepoort, Joburg South 2025
An event you simply cannot miss!
Venue: Little Falls, Ruimsig, Roodepoort
Date: 3rd to 6th April 2025,
Time: 9 AM to 5 PM
Prepare for an unforgettable experience as lifesize animatronic dinosaurs take over Ruimsig during the Jurassic Giant Festival, following successful events in Durban, Pretoria, and Johannesburg in 2023 and 2024.
We are thrilled to introduce this grand educational exhibition to Ruimsig for the very first time. Families and schools from Ruimsig 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 with loved ones.
Tickets for full access and individual exhibitions at the Jurassic Giants Fest are now open for bookings
Recently, Dinosaur World has expanded its outdoor space, growing tenfold with exciting new attractions.
The Jurassic Giants Festival in Ruimsig will showcase two colossal dinosaurs: the awe-inspiring Tyrannosaurus rex (13 meters) and the Austrolotitan (20 meters), along with numerous other dinosaurs and attractions designed for maximum family enjoyment. Spanning over 10,000 square meters, the festival will feature various exhibitors, live DJs, mouthwatering food stalls, and vibrant markets from across Johannesburg, creating a lively dinosaur celebration.
The Dino Expo has shifted into high gear, offering a breathtaking Jurassic jungle experience that promises all-day entertainment for the entire family. If you thought you had seen it all, think again—Dino World has truly gone BIGGER, both in scale and excitement!
Dinosaur World Festival Sections
Ticket Prices and Available Sections
The exhibition is divided into four sections, labeled A through 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)
Admission Ticket Prices
Early Bird Tickets (available if booked before March 20, 2025)
BRONZE TICKET OPTIONS
*EARLY BIRD TICKETS* (Available until March 20, 2025)
- Individual Ticket (Child or Adult): R50
- Family of 4 Ticket (2 adults & 2 children): R190
- Group of 8 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids): R360
- Group of 16 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids): R690
*STANDARD TICKET PRICES* (Available from March 20, 2025)
- Individual Ticket (Child or Adult): R70
- Family of 4 Ticket (2 adults & 2 children): R220
- Group of 8 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids): R420
- Group of 16 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids): R800
*BRONZE TICKET INCLUDES ACCESS TO:*
1. Markets area
2. Food stalls area
3. Jumping castles
4. Music DJs
5. Dino Coloring
Please be reminded that food and merchandise will be for sale.
*EARLY BIRD TICKETS* (Available until March 20, 2025)
*SILVER*
- Individual Ticket (Child or Adult): R100
- Family of 4 Ticket (2 adults & 2 children): R320
- Group of 8 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids): R600
- Group of 16 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids): R1040
*STANDARD TICKET PRICES* (Available from March 20, 2025)
- Individual Ticket (Child or Adult): R120
- Family of 4 Ticket (2 adults & 2 children): R400
- Group of 8 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids): R760
- Group of 16 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids): R1200
*SILVER TICKET PROVIDES ACCESS TO ALL BRONZE AREAS PLUS ONE ADDITIONAL SECTION OF YOUR CHOICE.*
*EARLY BIRD TICKETS* (Available until March 20, 2025)
*GOLD*
- Individual Ticket (Child or Adult): R150
- Family of 4 Ticket (2 adults & 2 children): R520
- Group of 8 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids): R980
- Group of 16 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids): R1860
*STANDARD TICKET PRICES* (Available from March 20, 2025)
- Individual Ticket (Child or Adult): R180
- Family
EARLY BIRD TICKETS (Available for bookings made before March 20, 2025) DIAMOND
Individual Ticket (Child or Adult) R200
Family of 4 Ticket (2 adults & 2 kids) R720
Group of 8 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids) R1360
Group of 16 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids) R2640
STANDARD TICKETS (Available for bookings made on or after March 20, 2025) DIAMOND
Individual Ticket (Child or Adult) R240
Family of 4 Ticket (2 adults & 2 kids) R880
Group of 8 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids) R1640
Group of 16 Ticket (mixed Adults & Kids) R3120
The Diamond ticket grants you access to all the benefits of the Bronze ticket, plus the option to choose any 3 additional sections.
FULL ACCESS TICKETS (Platinum)
EARLY BIRD TICKETS (Available for bookings made before March 20, 2025)
ONLINE TICKETS FULL ACCESS (Sections A to D only)
Child: R220
Adult: R240
STANDARD TICKETS (Available for bookings made on or after March 20, 2025)
ONLINE TICKETS FULL ACCESS (Sections A to D only)
Child: R310
Adult: R330
DOOR PRICE TICKETS FULL ACCESS (Sections A to D)
Child: R400
Adult: R400
The Platinum ticket provides access to everything included in the Bronze ticket, along with all four sections A to D. Please note that these tickets do not cover rides; tickets for rides and special activities will be available for purchase at the event.
Children are defined as those aged 14 and under. Admission is free for kids under 10 months.
The Jurassic Giants Festival Bronze ticket allows access to the following common areas:
i. Jumping castles
ii. Picnic area
iii. Market area
iv. Music DJs
v. Food truck area
Tickets are expected to sell out quickly, so we recommend booking in advance to avoid any last-minute disappointments.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Spanning an impressive 10,000m²—equivalent to two soccer fields—this beloved exhibition has transformed into a multi-sectional experience. Each section listed below will require its own entrance ticket.
Visitors can freely select which parts of the exhibition they wish to explore based on their interests, and their tickets will grant them access for the entire day, excluding rides, food, and activities. Additional entertainment options will be available, including markets, music DJs, food stalls, and more.
1. The Dino Expo
2. Jurassic Giants
3. Dinosaur Street Theatre
4. Reptile Show
5. Amusement rides and activities
6. Dinosaur playground (This area features an inflatable dinosaur slide, a dinosaur nest, and a stegosaurus slide).
7. Jumping castle area
8. Fossil digging
9. Chisa Nyama and picnic area with music DJs
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.
Due to limited ticket availability based on venue capacity, we recommend booking in advance to ensure you don’t miss out on the last day.
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.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SECTIONS, KEEP WATCHING.
