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See our upcoming special events, alongside our science centre exhibits and activities. 

Father and son enjoying hands-on activity in Life Science Centre's Experiment Zone.
Adults at live skies planetarium event.
Coming soon
Live Skies in the Planetarium
Explore the night skies with the Life team in our amazing planetarium at this special adults-only evening.
Special ticketed event
Adults (18+)
Thursday 25 April, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Fisheye still from The Dark Side of the Moon Planetarium Show.
Coming soon
The Dark Side of the Moon: May Planetarium Shows
Experience Pink Floyd’s iconic album ‘The Dark Side Of The Moon’ accompanied by stunning visuals in Life’s planetarium.
Special ticketed event
Adults (18+)
Various dates available
Little boy playing with building blocks at Life Science Centre Pre-School Day.
Coming soon
April Pre-School Day
Explore the science centre in a baby-and-toddler-friendly environment, with activities especially for little ones.
Special ticketed event. Free for members!
Especially for children aged 4 and under
Friday 26 April, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Little boy in green jumper playing with clay at Life Science Centre Pre-School Day.
Coming soon
May Pre-School Day
Explore the science centre in a baby-and-toddler-friendly environment, with activities especially for little ones.
Special ticketed event. Free for members!
Especially for children aged 4 and under
Tuesday 14 May, 9:30am - 3:00pm
School student about to carry out a dissection with assistance of Life Explainer.
Coming soon
April Home Education Day
Enjoy a fantastic day of learning with curriculum linked workshops and interactive exhibits.
Special ticketed event
Especially for home educated children
Friday 19 April, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Visitor interacting with sensory wall at a Relaxed Sunday Session inside the science centre.
Coming soon
April Relaxed Sunday Session
Dedicated quiet time for anyone to access and enjoy the science centre, including autistic people and those with other sensory needs.
Included in science centre ticket. Free for members!
Perfect for everyone
Sunday 14 April, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New clean energy exhibit at Life Science Centre.
On now
Clean Energy Beneath our Feet
A new interactive exhibition, developed by the British Geological Survey and Glasgow Science Centre, explores climate change and the long-term impact.
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 15 minutes
Test your strength and lift yourself up to see the science centre from a different viewpoint on our pulley chairs.
On now
Wow Zone
Get hands-on with exciting exhibits including our 6-metre-tall ‘Big Machine’ and much more.
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 45 minutes
Girl Stood Underneath Astronaut Model With Her Face Projected Onto The Screen.
On now
Space Zone
Be inspired by the wonders of the Universe and see how space exploration impacts our everyday lives.
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 1 hour

Explore our science centre activities online!

Check out our online activities and resources to see some familiar faces from our team demonstrating fun and educational activities you can try at home.

Conduct your own experiments. Play fun science games. Get creative. Find out about local scientists and the work they do. 

Child Playing Science In The Kitchen