Father’s Day is all about spending time together, and sometimes the best gift isn’t something wrapped up. If you’re looking for Father’s Day gift ideas in Newcastle, Life Science Centre offers unforgettable experiences where you can make memories together.
Dads go free for Father’s Day
This Father’s Day, enjoy a fantastic day out where Dad goes free with a full-paying child.
Let the kids take charge and enjoy quality time together while exploring everything Life Science Centre has to offer.
To take advantage of this offer:
- Book online using the code FATHERSDAY
- Or purchase tickets on arrival at reception
- When booking online, select an adult (18+) ticket at the with donation rate of £15.00
- One free ticket is included per booking
This offer is valid on Sunday 21 June only and cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion or on existing bookings.
Explore the night sky in Life’s Planetarium
If you have a dad who love space, our adults-only evening in the Planetarium offers a chance to journey through the universe together.
Live presenter-led sessions bring the night sky above Newcastle to life, showing how the stars and constellations would appear on the evening of your visit, free from light pollution and weather conditions.
Each show also explores the mythology and history behind the constellations, offering a fascinating look at the stories written across the stars.
Our next evening event is on Thursday 18 July, so just before Father’s Day weekend making it a perfect early, surprise gift.
Queen Heaven – an immersive music experience
For music-loving dads, Queen Heaven transforms Life’s Planetarium into a 360-degree immersive dome experience set to the greatest hits of Queen.
From Bohemian Rhapsody to We Will Rock You, audiences are surrounded by iconic tracks paired with striking visuals that blend classic music videos with cosmic imagery.
It’s a unique way to experience one of the world’s most legendary bands, whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering their music together for the first time.
This event is suitable for ages 13+. There are two Saturday evenings in June 2026 to choose from.
Give the gift of a great day out
If you’re not sure when you’d like to visit, a gift voucher is a simple way to treat Dad to something special later in the year.
Life also offers annual membership vouchers if you’d like to gift a whole year of science centre fun!
Head to our visitor information page for more details on where to find us in Newcastle and how to book tickets.
