Dinosaurs in the Desert

Phoenix Zoo · 455 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Moving, roaring life-size dinosaurs are set up around the Phoenix Zoo, with fossil dig pits, dino rides and photo spots. Entry is included with zoo admission.

When

Fri, Oct 309 a.m.–4 p.m. (regular zoo hours)
Sat, Oct 319 a.m.–4 p.m. (regular zoo hours)
Sun, Nov 19 a.m.–4 p.m. (regular zoo hours)

Dates are derived from a published season and weekly operating schedule, not listed individually.

Getting in

Included with zoo general admission: adults (14+) $44.95, children (3–13) $32.95

Buy zoo tickets online. Children under 14 must be with someone 14 or older. Members get early entry at 8 a.m.

Guests under 14 must be with someone 14 or older.
EBT discount tickets are available on Sundays.

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Sources

phoenixzoo.org organizer
Run Sept 26 2026–Apr 30 2027, open during zoo hours, included with general admission, dig pits, dino rides, photo ops, animated dinosaurs
phoenixzoo.org organizer
Daily 9 a.m.–4 p.m. October through Jan 17, 8 a.m. member early entry, general admission prices, address, open every day except Christmas
visitphoenix.com tourism
Lists Dinosaurs in the Desert at Phoenix Zoo through April 30, 2027