In a spectacular display of prehistoric fervor, Drumheller welcomed thousands of participants clad in inflatable dinosaur costumes on Saturday, all eager to make history and shatter a Guinness World Record.
The event, organized by Travel Drumheller as part of its Jurassic Jamboree festivities, set out to break the current record for the “Largest Gathering of People Dressed as Dinosaurs,” which stands at 252 individuals and was established in Los Angeles in 2019.
Social media buzzed with excitement as images and videos showcased throngs of people donning dinosaur costumes throughout the downtown area. From engaging in lively activities to participating in games and reveling in live music performances, attendees embraced the spirit of the event with enthusiasm.
Participants were required to adhere to specific guidelines, with costumes mandated to be full-body dinosaur ensembles complete with a headpiece and body representation. Notably, ride-on style dinosaur costumes were excluded from the record attempt.
While last year saw an impressive gathering of 1,100 inflatable dinosaurs in the small Saskatchewan community of Dundurn, Guinness World Records has yet to officially recognize the feat.
Although the final attendance count is pending, Travel Drumheller estimates that approximately 3,000 bracelets were distributed to attendees hailing from various regions across Canada and the United States, underscoring the event’s widespread appeal and significance.
