Following a very successful familiarisation tour, Capricorn Enterprise was invited to participate in the inaugural Queensland Dinosaur Week, a statewide celebration of Queensland’s remarkable dinosaur and fossil heritage taking place 4–10 May 2026, supported by Tourism and Events Queensland.
The campaign will highlight the region’s prehistoric and discovery-led experiences, including Capricorn Caves, Koorana Crocodile Farm, Mt Hay Gemstone Park, Mt Morgan, Capricorn Dinosaur Park, Time Safaris Walking Tours, and the region’s ancient landscapes.
A key feature will be the promotion of Dig the Tropic, encouraging visitors to explore the Capricorn region through curated self-drive itineraries that connect fossil discoveries, landscapes, and attractions.
The initiative aims to boost drive tourism, encourage longer stays, and position the region as a destination for family-friendly discovery and learning.
In the Central Queensland region, audiences can get involved in Queensland Dinosaur Week through
the following events:
- Mon 4 May 10am – 12 Noon – Trilobites and Dinosaur Tracks – The BIG Palaeo Story of the Mt
Morgan Region with Dr Scott Hocknull. FREE EVENT. Mount Morgan School of Arts Building.
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1561185
- Saturday 9 May – 10am – Time Safaris’ Prehistoric Zoo Walking Tour. FREE Led by passionate
palaeo storyteller and author Phil Hore, this unique experience brings the ancient world to life by
connecting today’s animals with their prehistoric ancestor Time Safaris Prehistoric Zoo Walking Tours – Rockhampton – Dinosaurs Experiences Australia
- Sunday 10 May 10am – 12 Noon – Queensland’s BIG Palaeo Stories – Dinosaur Hunting and Deep
Time in Capricornia. FREE Join Dr Scott for a special closing Dinosaur Week event as he celebrates
Queensland’s extraordinary prehistoric heritage and the important role Rockhampton and Central
Queensland have played in shaping Australia’s globally important palaeontological story.
James Lawrence Pavilion, Rockhampton Showgrounds
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1561198
More information can be found at: Queensland Dinosaur Week 2026 – Dinosaurs Experiences Australia
Download your pocket guide here: The-GREAT-Qld-Dinosaur-Trail.pdf
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