Upcoming Public Events
🐢 Dino Buddies 2026 Public Events 🦖
Join us for interactive reptile encounters and dinosaur adventures at libraries, festivals, and community events!
🗓️ Upcoming Dino Buddies Events
April 7, 2026 | 5:00-6:00 PM
College Hill Library
🦎 Reptile Program
Meet live reptile ambassadors up close while learning about habitats, adaptations, and responsible animal care.
April 8, 2026 | 4:00-5:00 PM
Price Hill Library
🦖 Dinosaur Program
Experience our animatronic dinosaur puppets in an engaging, educational presentation that brings prehistoric science to life.
April 11, 2026 | 11:00am-12:00 pm
Forest Park Library
🦖 Dinosaur Program
Discover fascinating dinosaur facts, movement demonstrations, and interactive learning with our realistic dinosaur puppets.
April 14, 2026 | 4:00-5:00 PM
Reading Library
🦎 Reptile Program
Explore the world of snakes, lizards, and other scaled ambassadors while debunking common reptile myths.
April 17, 2026 | 9:00-10:00 AM
Northside Library
🦖 Dinosaur Program
Step back in time with an educational dinosaur encounter that combines science, storytelling, and immersive fun.
April 18, 2026 | 11:00AM - 12:00 PM
Pleasant Ridge Library
🦖 Dinosaur Program
Learn how dinosaurs moved, hunted, and survived through a dynamic, family-friendly presentation.
April 18, 2026 | 2:00-3:00 PM
Oakley Library
🦎 Reptile Program
Meet a variety of reptile species and learn how their unique adaptations help them thrive in the wild.
April 21, 2026 | 5:00-6:00 PM
Bond Hill Library
🦎 Reptile Program
An interactive reptile encounter focused on conservation, respect for wildlife, and hands-on learning.
🌎 April 25, 2026 | 2:30–3:30 PM
Earth Day Program – Dinosaur & Wildlife Experience
📍 Cincinnati Museum Center
Celebrate Earth Day with Dino Buddies through an engaging, educational program featuring our lifelike dinosaurs and live animal ambassadors! This special event highlights conservation, ecosystems, and how we can protect the incredible species that share our planet, past and present.
🐍 April 26, 2026 | 1:00 PM
Responsible Pet Ownership: Reptiles Workshop
📍 Gorman Heritage Farm
Thinking about getting a reptile or already have one at home? Join us for an interactive workshop focused on responsible reptile ownership, including habitat setup, diet, handling, and species-specific care. Meet live reptile ambassadors and learn what it truly takes to give these animals the best life possible.
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May 2, 2026 | 1:00-2:00PM
Norwood Library
🦎 Reptile Program
Get an up-close look at live reptile ambassadors and discover what makes these misunderstood animals so important.
May 9, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Symmes Library
🦖 Dinosaur Program
Join us for a prehistoric adventure featuring realistic animatronic dinosaurs and exciting educational insights.
🦖 May 9, 2026 | 1:00–2:00 PM
Dinosaur Encounter with Reptile Add-On
📍 Boone County Public Library
1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, KY 41005
Join us for an immersive Dinosaur Encounter featuring our lifelike animatronic dinosaurs — plus a special live reptile add-on! This interactive program blends prehistoric fun with real-world animal science for an unforgettable, hands-on experience.
🦖🐍 May 26, 2026 | 5:30–7:30 PM
Dino + Reptile Combo Encounter
📍 Grandview Heights Public Library
1685 West First Avenue, Columbus, OH 43212
Experience the best of both worlds with our Dino + Reptile Combo Encounter! Meet our realistic dinosaur performers and get up close with live reptiles during this high-energy, educational event designed for curious minds of all ages.
🦕 May 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Full Dig Site Festival Experience – All 5 Dinosaurs
Hosted by Greene County Public Library
📍 Bellbrock Park
57 N Main St, Bellbrook, OH 45305
This festival-style event brings the FULL Dig Site Experience to life! Meet all five of our animatronic dinosaurs, explore interactive fossil elements, and immerse yourself in a roaming prehistoric adventure at the park. Perfect for families who want a larger-than-life dinosaur experience.
🦖 June 1, 2026 | 3:00–4:00 PM
Dinosaur Encounter
West Elkton Branch Library
135 Main Street, West Elkton, OH 45070
Travel back in time with our interactive Dinosaur Encounter! Meet our incredibly realistic dinosaurs, learn fascinating prehistoric facts, and experience the excitement of coming face-to-face with creatures from long ago.