See our upcoming special events, alongside our science centre exhibits and activities.
What's on
On now
The Dark Side of the Moon October 360° immersive dome shows
Experience Pink Floyd’s iconic album ‘The Dark Side Of The Moon’ accompanied by stunning visuals in Life’s planetarium.
Special ticketed event
13+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)
Various dates available
Coming soon
Science Speakeasy: Mind the (Generation) Gap
Join us for an evening of lively debate, as a a panel of experts delve into the generation gap. Is there any truth in the stereotypes?
Special ticketed event
Adults (18+)
Thursday 7 November, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Coming soon
Ice Skating
Enjoy a whirl on our open-air ice rink. Situated in Times Square, just outside Life, the rink is ideal for ice skaters of all abilities.
Special ticketed event. Member discounts apply.
For all ages
Saturday 9 November - Sunday 5 January 2025
Coming soon
The Santa Experience
This Christmas enjoy a magical, festive experience that you won’t find anywhere else!
Special ticketed event
Perfect for children aged 3 to 10
Various dates in November and December 2024
Coming soon
December Home Education Day
Enjoy a fantastic day of learning with curriculum linked workshops and interactive exhibits.
Special ticketed event
Especially for home educated children
Wednesday 4 December, :2:00pm - 5:00pm
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
On now
Earth Defenders! 360° immersive dome show
Discover the team of satellites defending Earth from above in this '80s style animation.
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 25 minutes
Coming soon
October 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
Thursday 17 October, 9:30am - 3:00pm
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.
