Saturday 17 – Sunday 25 February 2024
February half-term fun!
There's loads going on over the holidays!
Enjoy a colour explosion with a NEW live show alongside hands-on activities.
Plus! Escape to the skies in our planetarium, explore some new additions to Play Zone for under-7s and see an awesome rocket show with big bangs and fireballs!
There's loads going on over the holidays!
February half-term highlights
- Enjoy big bangs and fireballs in our exciting live Rocket Show, with special guests Wonderstruck!
- Explore some new additions to Play Zone for under-7s. Cross bridges over the River Tyne and spot the famous landmarks, including the Angel of the North.
- Is what you see a ‘pigment’ of your imagination? Find out in our NEW mind-boggling show all about colour!
- Make and take home your own colour catcher lantern.
- Discover breathable bathroom walls to reduce humidity and dragonfly wing-inspired insulation in our new Science Now! Hub exhibition that focuses on innovative nature-inspired materials.
- Experiment with materials to test how they absorb ultraviolet light to make the best visor for an astronaut’s helmet.
Included in your ticket
On now
Cloudy with a Chance of Diamonds: Sphere Show
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 10 minutes
On now
Little Bear: 360° immersive dome show
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 10 minutes
On now
Brain Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Experiment Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ only
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Hello World
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Play Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Our Planet Earth – Gaia
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 10 minutes
On now
Creativity Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Space Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 1 hour
On now
Pop-up Play Stations and Discovery Backpacks
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Wow Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 45 minutes
On now
The Making Studios
Included in science centre ticket
Age 5+ recommendation
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Science Now! Hub: Growing our Future
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
On now
The Great North Time Machine Live Science Show
Included in science centre ticket
Age 5+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
On now
Earth Defenders! 360° immersive dome show
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 25 minutes
Coming soon
The Anatomy of a Dinosaur
Included in science centre ticket
Suitable for everyone
Saturday 26 October – Friday 1 November only
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.
