2023 Events
Calling all fun-seekers! Drayton Manor Resort announces jam-packed line up of events with NEW additions for 2023
3rd February 2023
An exciting schedule of new events and experiences has been revealed by Drayton Manor Resort.
The resort has announced a total of seven events, including March of the Dinosaurs, 15 Years of Thomas Land, Coronation Street Party, Fiestaval, Summer Nights, and Vikings Festival, plus the recently announced Dinosaur Breakout, also new for 2023. The popular Halloween and Christmas experiences will also be making a bigger and better return, with more details to be revealed in the coming months.
With live shows, Raptor-wrangling workshops and pre-historic parades, the resort’s dinosaurs will be sticking around for another roar-some month with March of the Dinosaurs, taking place from Friday 10 – Friday 31 March. Guests will have the chance to meet and greet adorable dinosaur babies.
Thomas fans won’t be able to contain their excitement for April, as the resort will be dedicating the whole month to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Thomas Land. With over 25 Thomas and FriendsTM rides and attractions, visitors can expect a birthday party like no other on the Isle of Sodor. There will be street entertainment, party games, a Thomas-themed Easter egg hunt, and special live performances at the Knapford Station Balcony from Sir Topham Hatt himself, alongside his mischievous sidekicks, Rusty and Dusty – as well as top secret surprise, which will be announced in the coming weeks.
Celebrations are set to continue for the King’s Coronation, where Drayton Manor Resort will host a street party fit for royalty over the bank holiday weekend (Friday 5 – Monday 7 May). Guests can wave their Union Jack flags and get into the celebratory spirit with live music from top class tribute acts, classic street party food, and entertainment from much-loved mascot, Rory the Lion. Partygoers will be able to celebrate into the evening and brave their favourite thrill coasters after dark, before enjoying a dazzling fireworks finale.
Fiestaval will bring a vibrant carnival atmosphere during May half-term, running from Saturday 27 May – Friday 2 June. Visitors can expect a colourful array of high-energy dancers, live entertainment and fun-filled activities across the resort, topped off by Rory the Lion’s fiesta finale show.
From 1 July – 26 August, Summer Nights, a first-of-its-kind event for Drayton Manor Resort, will see a showstopping line up of live performances hosted by bands and DJs – with an exclusive surprise to be revealed soon.
Continuing the fun after the summer season ends, the Vikings Festival will see Norse history come to life, with entertainment, fire performers, beer tents and banquets galore. As well as offering thrill-seekers the chance to board their favourite rides after dark, including Loki, Thor, and Jorgmungandr.
Victoria Lynn, managing director at Drayton Manor Resort, said: “We’re thrilled to finally reveal our highly-anticipated events schedule for 2023 – and it’s safe to say our guests have plenty to look forward to this year!
“It’s been an incredibly exciting time for us at Drayton Manor Resort as we look to make this our biggest, best, and boldest year yet. We’ve carefully curated a jam-packed line up of new, elevated experiences with something in mind for everyone to enjoy throughout every season, alongside reimagining the annual events that we know our guests love.
“We’ll be revealing more about our plans for Halloween and Christmas in due course, and cannot wait to open our doors to families across the Midlands in the meantime!”
With so many events to choose from, the resort is giving families the chance make great savings with 10% off its new annual pass tickets – providing a full 12 months of access from just £89. This limited offer is valid until 26 February 2023, with tickets now available online at https://www.draytonmanor.co.uk/tickets/annual-pass
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