Dinosaur Trivia and Fundraiser
About this Event
Think you know dinosaurs? Prove it.
Join us at Cocktail Collective in Salt Lake City, Utah, for Dinosaur Trivia and Fundraiser, a 21+ dinosaur trivia competition supporting the Utah Tyrannosaur Institute and its work to bring paleontology, fossils, research, and prehistoric discovery to the public.
Compete individually or assemble a team of up to six for three lively rounds exploring tyrannosaurs, fossils, prehistoric ecosystems, Utah paleontology, evolution, extinction, dinosaur science, pop-culture paleontology, and wonderfully obscure prehistoric knowledge.
Co-hosted by Ethan Harvey of the Utah Tyrannosaur Institute, this museum-after-dark experience brings together science, friendly competition, drinks, and discovery. Guests will learn more about the Institute’s vision while helping support a growing Utah dinosaur museum project.
What to expect
- Three rounds of adult dinosaur trivia
- Solo play or teams of up to six
- Questions about tyrannosaurs, fossils, evolution, extinction, prehistoric life, and Utah’s paleontological history
- Paleontology insight from Ethan Harvey
- Opportunities to learn about and support the Utah Tyrannosaur Institute
- Prizes for the trivia champions
- Drinks available through Cocktail Collective
- A dramatic, science-forward natural-history-museum-after-dark atmosphere
- Various levels of donation opportunities available
Whether you are a lifelong dinosaur enthusiast, a fossil fanatic, a Utah science supporter, or simply looking for an unusual trivia night in Salt Lake City, you are welcome to compete, sip, and support the dig.
Come for the trivia. Help build a dinosaur museum.
We are Cocktail Collective!
The Cocktail Collective is a small, black, and woman-owned business that offers educational cocktail and spirit classes guided by industry professionals. You must be 21 years or older to attend our events.
Meet the Utah Tyrannosaur Institute and Ethan Harvey
The is a developing dinosaur museum and paleontology organization in Springville, Utah, dedicated to tyrannosaurs, fossils, prehistoric ecosystems, scientific research, and public education. Its vision brings together original fossils, research-quality replicas, hands-on exhibits, collection care, and engaging scientific storytelling.
The Institute matters because Utah sits at the center of some of North America’s most significant dinosaur country. A specialized, public-facing museum gives Utah residents, students, researchers, and visitors another place to explore deep time, understand how paleontology works, and see how new discoveries reshape what we know about prehistoric life.
Ethan Harvey is the paleontologist and driving force behind the Utah Tyrannosaur Institute. During Dinosaur Trivia and Fundraiser, Ethan will bring his scientific knowledge and passion for prehistoric life to the competition, help guide the trivia experience, introduce guests to the Institute’s mission, and share why tyrannosaurs remain one of paleontology’s most fascinating evolutionary stories.
Support from this event helps move the Institute closer to welcoming the public and developing the exhibits, educational experiences, fossil preparation, collection resources, and research-centered programming needed to bring the museum to life.
Follow Ethan Harvey
Instagram: @tyrannosaurinstitute
TikTok: @T_rexellence
Support the Utah Tyrannosaur Institute
Want your ticket to make a bigger impact? In addition to standard admission, several enhanced supporter and sponsorship levels are available:
- Expedition Pass — $50: Event admission with added supporter benefits and recognition
- Museum Builder — $100: Enhanced individual support with priority entry, additional event benefits, and donor recognition
- Tyrannosaur Patron — $500: Major support for individuals, families, businesses, or organizations, including event admission and prominent sponsor recognition
- Founding Fossil Benefactor — $2,000: Presenting-level support with premier recognition, hospitality benefits, and special Institute and Cocktail Collective experiences
Relevant in-kind partnerships may also be considered for event production, educational materials, museum-safe display resources, food, printing, or science-appropriate prizes.
Explore the benefits, recognition opportunities, participation terms, and impact of each level in the
Please contact Alexi Fisher at [email protected] before purchasing the $500 or $2,000 level—or arranging an in-kind partnership—to confirm availability, recognition details, logo requirements, and fulfillment deadlines.
Ticket purchases and sponsorships are represented as tax-deductible charitable donations with the Utah Tyrannosaur Institute.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 23.18 to USD 2135.99
