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Jurassic Newpark

A Fun-Filled Family Adventure

At Jurassic Newpark, the adventure park at the Newpark Hotel Kilkenny, families can step into a world of prehistoric fun and outdoor adventure. This unique attraction from the Flynn Hotel Collection features life-size moving dinosaurs, interactive trails, a fairy walk, go-kart track, adventure playground and a charming mini wildlife farm with animals including alpacas, llamas and goats. With so many exciting activities set within the beautiful grounds of the hotel, Jurassic Newpark offers a fun-filled experience that brings imagination, exploration and adventure to life for visitors of all ages.

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Things to do at Jurassic Newpark

At Jurassic Newpark, adventure awaits around every corner with exciting attractions including a Dinosaur Trail featuring 18 life-size moving dinosaurs, the Jurassic Express train ride, a magical Fairy Trail, mini wildlife farm and interactive fossil dig site. Families can also enjoy thrilling activities such as the Jurassic Castle adventure playground, go-karting track and the giant inflatable park at Jurassic Bounce, making it a day packed with fun, exploration and prehistoric excitement.

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Jurassic Easter Experience

At Easter, families can enjoy a magical seasonal adventure at Jurassic Newpark with the spectacular Wonka Easter Experience, where chocolate treats, Oompa Loompas and the Easter Bunny meet roaring dinosaurs. From egg hunts and the Wonka Express Train to live shows, baby animals and exciting activities, it’s a fun-filled celebration of Easter magic and Jurassic adventure.

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Jurassic Summer Experience

Summer at Jurassic Newpark is the perfect adventure for families while the kids are off on their summer holidays. With exciting attractions including life-size dinosaurs, the brand new Jurassic Castle playground, the Jurassic Express train ride, Jurassic Bounce, fairy trails and the mini wildlife farm, there’s endless outdoor fun and discovery waiting for the whole family.

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Jurassic Halloween Experience

The Halloween Experience at Jurassic Newpark transforms the park into a magical and spooky adventure filled with family fun, from wizard classes and Halloween train rides to the thrilling Wicked Walk and haunted cabins. With themed shows, scavenger hunts and plenty of spooky surprises along the way, it’s the perfect seasonal experience for families visiting the Newpark Hotel Kilkenny.

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Jurassic Christmas Experience

During the festive season, Jurassic Newpark transforms into a magical Christmas wonderland, offering one of the most enchanting Santa experiences in Kilkenny. Families can meet Santa, visit the elves’ workshop, enjoy festive train rides, decorate gingerbread, and explore the sparkling park filled with lights, music and unforgettable Christmas moments.