Keighley to Host Jurassic Adventure Family Event

Exciting dinosaur-themed activities planned for early August

Keighley Centre will be the location for a week-long family event called “Keighley’s Jurassic Adventure” running from 3rd to 8th August 2026. This free event offers a range of arts and crafts and interactive activities designed to engage visitors of all ages with a prehistoric theme.

Event Schedule and Activities

• 3rd August: Launch of the Dino Trail, which will be available throughout the week. This trail encourages families to explore and learn about dinosaurs in a fun and educational way.
• 4th to 8th August: The Fossil Play Dig Zone will be set up at the Airedale Centre, providing a hands-on experience where children can dig for fossils and learn about paleontology.
• 5th August: The Dino Bus will arrive at Church Green, offering a day packed with various dinosaur-themed activities suitable for families.

Additional activities and details are expected to be announced closer to the event dates.

Event Details

• Dates: 3rd – 8th August 2026
• Times: 09:00 – 17:00 daily
• Location: Keighley Centre and Airedale Centre, Keighley, England
• Admission: Free
• Suitable for: Families

Visitors are encouraged to follow the event’s official page for updates and further announcements. The event forms part of a wider programme of activities planned for the Bradford district throughout the year.

For those interested in other local cultural events, exhibitions such as Life Goes On by Ian Beesley and 20 Flowers For 2025 And Some Bigger Pictures by David Hockney are also taking place at Salts Mill, both free to attend.