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Expedition Dinosaur

Travel back in time with Expedition: Dinosaur! It's the most fun you've had in the last 75 million years! Coming to Science Spectrum February 15th through June 1st, 2025! This exhibition combines engaging interactives with life-like animatronic dinosaurs and exciting educational content. These realistic robotic creatures will awe guests with their lifelike size, thrilling sounds, and exciting special effects. Visitors will feel as if they are truly walking among the dinosaurs. Discover more about these dynamic Jurassic dinosaur species: Albertosaurus (Related to Tyrannosaurus Rex) Amargasaurus, Carnotaurus, Kentrosaurus, Pachycephalosaurus, Velociraptors, Dilophosaurus, Triceratops, Stegosaurus. In addition to the amazing animatronics, Expedition Dinosaur incorporates a wide range of hands-on interactive experiences into the exhibit. Step into the shoes of a paleontologist with interactive cabinets filled with excavation artifacts and fossils. Guests of all ages can also play around with the augmented reality sandbox to learn how Earth's climate is affected by the landscape. Try your hand at the egg incubator robot, but be careful not to crack under pressure! Solve puzzles that allow guests to mix and match dinosaur species and put together Pangea from our contemporary continents. Children can also stop by the rubbing station to take home an etching of several species of dinosaur. There are also several interactives focused on the anatomy of dinosaurs. Guests can see the movement of dinosaurs' tails, the function of dinosaur gizzards, the process of dinosaur eggs hatching, and a simulation of dinosaurs knocking heads. After visiting the Jurassic era, guests will not only take away the awe of seeing these beautiful creatures and fascinating facts about the prehistoric landscape, but the exhibit also features an extraordinary photo-op with a T-Rex head for a very unique souvenir! Additionally, the OMNI Theater will be offering a limited run of the film, Dinosaurs: Giants of Patagonia. 

Visit Science Spectrum - Expedition Dinosaur for more details.

Cotton Fest 2025 Photo

Cotton Fest 2025

COTTON FEST 2025
Get ready for the most epic event of the year! Join us June 26th - 28th at Cook's Garage for the ultimate celebration of all things music & high cotton. All weekend long, we'll be immersing ourselves in live music and activities like mechanical bull riding, casino night, goat roping and MORE!
Benefitting the High Cotton Relief Fund, this event is perfect for everyone. Whether you're a cotton enthusiast, a music lover, or simply looking for a great time, Cotton Fest 2025 is the place to be. Mark your calendars and get ready to experience a weekend like no other!
*NEW* $20 fee for coolers over 4qt. Coolers and wagons will only be allowed in designated areas. They will not be allowed near the front of the stage.
Event Details:
Rain or Shine: The show must go on! Be prepared for any weather as this outdoor concert will proceed regardless of the forecast.
Ticket Policy: Remember, all sales are final. Ensure you're ready for an unforgettable night because there are no refunds.
BYOB: Our Only BYOB Event of the year. Drinks (alcohol) are allowed, but NO GLASS. No outside food allowed. Coolers, Bags, and Wagons will be searched at the gate.
Security Measures: To ensure a safe environment for all, weapons of any kind (this includes pocket knives) will not be permitted.
Lawn Chairs: Feel free to bring your own lawn chairs for comfortable seating under the stars, but remove the from the bag when coming through security.
Photography Equipment: No proffesional photography equipment is allowed inside the venue without prior approval from management.
Special Notes: Keep an eye on our official event page for updates, parking information, and more.

The Red Clay Strays: Get Right Tour Photo

The Red Clay Strays: Get Right Tour