Walk the Destination Dinosaur trail to experience massive, moving dinosaurs like the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex, the powerful Triceratops, the fierce Giganotosaurus and more than a dozen other life-size animatronic dinosaurs. Spot them flying overhead, hiding in the foliage and grazing along the dino path. Be sure to make memories with special photo opportunities, get hands-on with our fossil dig pit and enjoy our educational dino show happening daily at 12 and 2 p.m. at Center Stage!

Oatka Festival in LeRoy: July 18 & 19, 2026: Each year the Oatka Festival, held on the banks of the scenic Oatka Creek, starts off with a gala musical parade. Many local churches and organizations provide the food choices and the continuous entertainment is family oriented. Another highlight of the Festival is the arts and crafts show overlooking the scenic Oatka Creek. Festival Site Open 10am-5pm both days. Parade at 11am on Saturday, Car Show at 11am on Sunday, Duck Derby at 5pm on Sunday. Please remember that pets, skateboards and bikes are not allowed on the festival site.

Join us for a fan favorite, summer brunch in our indoor / outdoor Pavilion Garden Restaurant! The cost of your ticket includes day-long access to all GCV&M has to offer: our 19th-century Historic Village, exhibits in the John L. Wehle Gallery, and Nature Trails. Tickets for this event will go on sale in May 2026.