LuminoCity Dino Safari Festival debuts in Metro Charlotte May 6 – June 14 | News
LuminoCity Festival makes its debut in metro Charlotte with the LuminoCity Dino Safari Festival, an immersive, walk-through experience with dinosaur lights opening May 6 at Concord Mills. The outdoor pop-up event runs through June 14 and features more than 100,000 square feet of lighted installations, animatronic dinosaurs and interactive attractions.
The experience transforms the Concord Mills parking lot into a glowing prehistoric landscape where guests can explore more than 70 life-size, light-up dinosaurs, including a 45-foot centerpiece. Visitors will move through more than 10 immersive light tunnels and themed environments designed for exploration, education and photo opportunities.
Combining animatronics, large-scale light sculptures and hands-on exhibits, Dino Safari is designed as a family-friendly evening attraction. Guests can participate in excavations, educational displays, and a variety of activities included with admission.
“We strive to create immersive worlds where families can discover, learn and experience wonder together,” said LuminoCity CEO and Founder Xiaoyi Chen. “Bringing Dino Safari to metro Charlotte is an exciting milestone as we continue to expand this experience to new audiences.”
In addition to the main walkthrough, the festival includes more than 11 entertainment activities for all ages. Several amusement rides are included with general admission, while premium add-ons are available, including Dino Speedway ride-on cars, a Safari Gem Mining experience, inflatable Bounce Zones – highlighted by a nearly 23-foot Volcano Bounce – and a scenic train ride through the installation. The on-site gift shop offers dino-themed souvenirs to take home.
Theme nights on select Fridays invite guests to dress up and participate in interactive themed experiences.
Event details:
Where: Concord Mills, 8111 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord, NC (outdoors near AMC Theater)
When: May 6 – June 14, 2026
Monday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Thursday and Sunday: 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Friday and Saturday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
Tickets: $18 – $21; free for children three years and under. Early bird pricing is available through May 5. The event is ADA compliant and offers free parking.
Founded in 2018, LuminoCity Inc. produces national light art experiences at scale and has welcomed more than 1 million visitors across 15 locations.
For tickets and additional information, visit LuminoCityFestival.com.
