Queensland is launching its first ever Dinosaur Week at the Queensland Museum in Brisbane, marking a new chapter in the state’s growing palaeotourism industry.
The event, taking place on March 16 from 8:45am to 10:00am, will also unveil the first Great Queensland Dinosaur Trail Guide, highlighting the state’s extraordinary fossil discoveries and dinosaur tourism experiences.
Anchored by National Dinosaur Day on May 7, Queensland Dinosaur Week will run from May 4 to May 10, 2026 and is expected to become an annual event celebrating the state’s unique prehistoric heritage.
While Queensland is globally known for its beaches, reef and rainforest, it is also one of the most dinosaur rich regions in the world. The state holds the majority of Australia’s dinosaur fossil discoveries, making it a key destination for travellers interested in ancient history and science.
Visitors exploring the Queensland Dinosaur Trail can stand beside Australia’s largest dinosaur, walk through the world’s only recorded dinosaur stampede site, encounter giant marine predators from an ancient inland sea and explore fossil fields alongside Ice Age megafauna discoveries.
Several speakers will attend the launch, including Queensland Minister for the Environment and Tourism Andrew Powell, Queensland Chief Scientist Professor Kerrie Wilson and leading palaeontology experts.
Queensland Dinosaur Week is led by Dinosaur Experiences Australia and aims to position the state as a global leader in dinosaur tourism.
