DINOSAURS will make a roaring return to Chester city centre this summer bringing plenty of prehistoric family-friendly fun.

The popular street event, organised by Chester BID, will see the giant lizards walking through the streets on Saturday, August 10 and Sunday, August 18.

Main Dinosaur Walkabouts:

  • Saturday 10th August: Bumble the Brontosaurus, Zoom and Baxter the T-Rex’s
  • Sunday 18th August: Bumble the Brontosaurus, Zoom the T-Rex, and Mega the Megalosaurus

Look for the orange tent on Eastgate Street to catch these magnificent creatures as they make their appearances in intervals from 11am to 3pm. Don't miss the chance to take pictures and get up close with the dinos. Our Wranglers will also be walking around with baby dinosaurs for the little ones to enjoy.

(Image: Chester BID)

Adding to the excitement, the Dino Hunt will also return for 2024, where families are invited to find dinosaurs hidden in 25 businesses across the city for the chance to win a £50 Chester Gift Card.

Dino Hunt:

  • Saturday, August 10 – Sunday, August 25: Track down 10 or more Dinos hiding in local businesses and send back the completed activity sheet by Monday, August 26.
  • Download the activity sheet here or pick one up from The Visitor Information Centre on Town Hall Square

Families are being encouraged to dress up in their best explorer outfits or dino costumes and use the hashtag #RoarsomeChester to share their experiences too.

Luka Morrell, Business Engagement Manager for Chester BID said: “Over the past few years, Roarsome Chester has become a huge hit, drawing families into the city during the Summer holidays. Get ready for a great day out with huge dinos stomping around, families dressed up in their best prehistoric wears and businesses ready to welcome all Dino Hunters!”

On Monday, August 19, there will also be SEN sessions of Roarsome Chester at Storyhouse in The Garret Theatre. These sessions are free but require booking due to limited spaces. There will be three sessions from 1:30pm to 4:15pm, each lasting 45 minutes.

Children will meet the dinosaurs up close in a relaxed, fully accessible setting. Bumble the Brontosaurus, Zoom the T-Rex, and Mega the Megalosaurus will be introduced by expert wranglers with songs, friendly theatrics, and dino activities to follow. Tickets can be booked on the Storyhouse website.