Families can get stuck into hands-on fun activities this February half-term in Newcastle
February Half-Term 2026!
Fantastic February
Experience big bangs and fireballs in the exciting Rocket Show, with special guests Wonderstruck, try not to get fooled by the fakes in our brilliant live theatre show, and learn how to stargaze as you watch our stunning new planetarium show – The Sky Tonight – Orion.
Plus! Wear a lab coat and look at life through a microscope in our Experiment Zone and make your own cardboard selfie to take home from our Making Studios.
Fantastic February
Half-term highlights
- In our live science show, Find the Fake, explore how your senses and brain can be fooled, and discover ways to spot fakes in the real world.
- Visit The Rocket Show and discover the science behind rockets, from black powder to reusable boosters (Saturday 14 – Sunday 22 February only).
- Take a look at life through a microscope in our Experiment Zone (age 7+). Use slides to investigate materials like paper, wool, and if you like – your own hair!
- Make and take home your own cardboard selfie in The Making Studios.
- Visit Europe’s largest tornado tower in Lightbox.
- Under 7s can get imaginative in our Play Zone.
Included in your ticket
Coming soon
Constellation Close Up: Planetarium Show
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
Coming soon
Bump in the Night 360° immersive dome show
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under 7s, but appeals to all ages
Set aside about 10 minutes
Coming soon
Brain Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 30 minutes
Coming soon
Experiment Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ only
Set aside about 30 minutes
Coming soon
Hello World
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 30 minutes
Coming soon
Play Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 30 minutes
Coming soon
Our Planet Earth – Gaia
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 10 minutes
Coming soon
Hands-on Exhibits and LEGO® Wall
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 30 minutes
Coming soon
Space Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 1 hour
Coming soon
Pop-up Play Stations and Discovery Backpacks
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 30 minutes
Coming soon
Wow Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 45 minutes
Coming soon
The Making Studios
Included in science centre ticket
Age 5+ recommendation
Set aside about 30 minutes
Coming soon
Lightbox
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 45 minutes
Coming soon
Story of Life
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 15 minutes
Coming soon
Find the Fake Live Science Show
Included in science centre ticket
Age 5+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
Coming soon
Sky Tonight – Orion Planetarium Show
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 25 minutes
Coming soon
Spotlight on…AI
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Saturday 31 January 2026
Coming soon
The Rocket Show
Included in science centre ticket
Suitable for everyone
Saturday 14 – Sunday 22 February 2026
Take a look around
Life is home to the North's largest planetarium, which hosts a range of exciting shows.
Get crafty in the Making Studios, with a changing programme of hands-on activities.
In Brain Zone, step into an optical illusion and interact with exhibits that challenge the mind!
In the Experiment Zone, carry our practical experiments using real tools and materials.
Let your little ones explore a fascinating world designed just for them in Play Zone.
Watch shows on the Sphere, a digital globe displaying planetary satellite imagery.
Café and gift shop
Catering for hungry bellies
Check out the new look Times Square Café Bar for a selection of tasty drinks and snacks. Don’t forget, Members get discounts! Alternatively, you are more than welcome to bring your own packed lunch.
Take home a memento of your vist
A visit to Life wouldn’t be complete without exploring our selection of science kits, toys, books, souvenirs and gifts to suit all ages and budgets
Getting here
Life is located in Times Square, just a two minute walk form Newcastle Central train and Metro station.
Science centre map
View our science centre map to get a feel for what to expect.
Group visits
Life is a great place for groups of all sizes to spend a day and take part in some fun science activities! If you’re bringing 20 people or more, it’s best to book in advance.
School visits
Life offers exciting workshops and science centre visits for school groups from Key Stage 1-4.
Contact us
Have a question about the science centre? Our team would be happy to help.
