Jurassic Park Themed Corporate Event, Genentech
Genentech Warehouse, South San Francisco, CA
The Event:
When Genentech wanted to surprise 800 employees with an unforgettable celebration, they turned to Hunter Events to create something extraordinary—and we delivered a prehistoric adventure worthy of the big screen. Hunter transformed a raw, empty warehouse in South San Francisco into a full-scale Jurassic Park-inspired experience. For two hours only, guests stepped out of their everyday work lives and into another world.
This unique event earned Hunter Events a top spot in “Special Events” magazine. A warehouse on the Genentech campus was transformed in to a prehistoric jungle with dense tropical foliage, waterfalls, ponds, a working volcano and six automated dinosaurs.
the Production:
The production was developed under a veil of strict secrecy and required a complex, three-day installation that completely transformed the empty warehouse into a fully immersive, prehistoric wonderland. Due to the high level of secrecy surrounding the event, every window of the warehouse was meticulously blacked out to prevent any glimpse inside.
At the heart of the spectacle were life-sized, fully automated dinosaurs—so rare, valuable, and lifelike that a dedicated crew traveled with them from Los Angeles and remained on-site overnight to safeguard them until the event concluded. The life-sized dinosaurs were delivered under cover of darkness at 2 AM the night before the event, ensuring the surprise remained completely intact.
To bring the Jurassic experience to life, Hunter Events orchestrated a symphony of more than thirty specialized vendors. The collaboration included state-of-the-art AV production companies that built the expansive main stage and six detailed dinosaur set installations. The room pulsed with layered soundscapes, dazzling diamond light curtains, and dynamic lighting design that shifted with the event’s mood and momentum.
A towering, realistic volcano loomed behind the main stage, its peak subtly pulsing with light as it released gentle puffs of theatrical smoke—setting the tone for an otherworldly adventure. Each of the six dinosaur zones was uniquely crafted and meticulously detailed, surrounded by lush tropical foliage, vibrant florals, cascading waterfalls, and tranquil ponds.
entertainment:
Entertainment was woven into every corner of the experience: a live Calypso band filled the space with island-inspired rhythms while costumed walk-around entertainers surprised and delighted guests throughout the jungle setting. Food and beverage stations, nestled beneath thatched-roof huts, offered tropical cocktails and savory bites that matched the wild theme.
For the youngest explorers, a custom-built 10’ x 17’ sandpit became a hands-on archaeological dig site, complete with dinosaur eggs, toy shovels, and gloves—bringing discovery and imagination to life. The children were especially captivated by the Jurassic Sandbox, where they unearthed dinosaur eggs with gleeful determination. Their wide-eyed excitement, along with the keepsake souvenirs they took home, made the experience feel magical and deeply personal.
Event Impact:
The reaction was nothing short of awe. Guests entered expecting a company gathering—and instead found themselves face-to-face with six towering, lifelike, fully animated dinosaurs. The element of surprise was total, and the sense of wonder was shared across all ages. Even the seasoned vendors—many of whom have worked countless large-scale productions—remarked on the uniqueness and ambition of the event. For everyone involved, from guests to crew, it was a moment of shared disbelief and delight.
This wasn’t just an event. It was an unforgettable escape into another world—one that left guests buzzing long after the final dinosaur roared.
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