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What's on in Newcastle

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

Father and son enjoying hands-on activity in Life Science Centre's Experiment Zone.
Robot holding tray of pills and a hot drink.
Coming soon
Science Speakeasy: Life with Robots
Join us for an evening of lively debate, as a a panel of experts discuss whether robots could help solve the care crisis.
Special ticketed event
Adults (18+)
Thursday 13 March, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Little boy measuring at a Life Science Centre Pre-School Day.
Coming soon
March Pre-School Day
Explore the science centre in a baby-and-toddler-friendly, with activities especially for little ones.
Special ticketed event. Free for members!
Especially for children aged 4 and under
Friday 21 March, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Little boy playing with building blocks at Life Science Centre Pre-School Day.
Sold out
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
Thursday 3 April, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Luma - the giant glowing robotic snail
Coming soon
Luma
Discover an immersive world with Luma, the giant, glowing robotic snail during British Science Week!
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Friday 7 March - Saturday 15 March 2025
Adults sat in Life Science Centre's huge planetarium, looking up to watch Live Skies Show.
Sold out
Live Skies in the Planetarium: February Show
Explore the night skies with the Life team in our amazing planetarium at this special adults-only evening.
Special ticketed event
Adults (18+)
Thursday 20 February, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults looking up to watch Queen planetarium show at Life Science Centre.
Coming soon
Queen Heaven 360° May immersive dome shows
Enjoy legendary rock band Queen’s hits set to fun, exciting visuals in Life’s Planetarium.
Special ticketed event
13+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)
Various dates in May
Adults looking up to watch Queen planetarium show at Life Science Centre.
Coming soon
Queen Heaven 360° April immersive dome shows
Enjoy legendary rock band Queen’s hits set to fun, exciting visuals in Life’s Planetarium.
Special ticketed event
13+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)
Various dates in April
Visitor interacting with sensory wall at a Relaxed Sunday Session inside the science centre.
Coming soon
March 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 9 March, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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

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