Life-sized dinosaurs arrive in Henrico Sept. 24 for drive-through exhibit
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The Richmond Raceway complex will come to life beginning Sept. 24 with the Jurassic Encounter, featuring more than 55 static and animatronic dinosaurs, fossils and 26 different species.
The life-sized dinosaur drive-thru exhibit will transform the Richmond Raceway into a prehistoric setting with dinosaurs and fossils of all sizes, a paleontological camp, and an erupting volcano. Guests remain in their vehicle for the duration of the tour and are able to visit the “Dino Village” at the end to browse gifts and souvenirs. The tour includes an audio narration written with a focus on education and humor designed for all ages.
The Jurassic Encounter runs Sept. 24 through Oct. 10. The event is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays and open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. On Fridays and Saturdays, the Encounter is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., except on Sept. 24, when it opens at noon. Sunday hours are from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Timed tickets must be purchased in advance online and are priced per vehicle. For details, visit www.drivethrudinos.com.
