Paint-a-Dino

Set up a colorful Paint Your Own Dinosaur Craft Station complete with dinosaur figures, paint pots, brushes, and prehistoric decorations. This easy DIY dinosaur birthday party craft is a huge hit for dinosaur-loving kids and makes an adorable take-home party favor.

Quick Activity Snapshot

Best for: Ages 4+

Time: 15-20 minutes

Paint-a-Dino Setup

  1. Cover the table with a disposable tablecloth, kraft paper, or butcher paper.

  2. Set out one dinosaur figure per child so each guest has their own dinosaur to paint.

  3. Place paint pots in the center of the table where everyone can reach them.

  4. Add brushes and water cups for rinsing brushes between colors.

  5. Give each child a paper plate or tray to use as their painting space.

  6. Let kids paint their dinosaurs however they want — realistic, rainbow, spotted, striped, or totally silly.

  7. Add drying space nearby with each child’s name written on paper or tape.

  8. Let dinosaurs dry while kids move on to another activity.

  9. Send them home as a take-home party favor once dry.

What You'll Need: