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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.
Coming soon
Lightbox
A NEW collection of hands-on science exhibitions where light, colour, sound and water phenomena come to life!
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 45 minutes
Her Majesty the late Queen Elizabeth II with Linda Conlon, Life Science Centre's Chief Executive.
Coming soon
Story of Life
Explore the story of Life as we celebrate our 25th Birthday!
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 15 minutes
Explainer in Life Science Centre's Theatre doing an experiment with brightly coloured liquids.
Coming soon
Find the Fake Live Science Show
In our new live science show, Find the Fake, explore how your senses and brain can be fooled, and discover ways to spot fakes in the real world.
Included in science centre ticket
Age 5+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
Fireball explosion during rocket show - coming to Life for February half term.
Coming soon
The Rocket Show
Over February half-term, special guests Wonderstruck present their awesome rocket show with big bangs and fireballs!
Included in science centre ticket
Suitable for everyone
Saturday 14 - Sunday 22 February 2026
Making Studios enjoying craft making activity.
Coming soon
The Making Studios
Use special tools and a range of materials to create something truly unique. Take your creation home with you to show your friends and family.
Included in science centre ticket
Age 5+ recommendation
Set aside about 30 minutes
Family of all ages in Life science centre's planetarium watching a 'Just Look Up'.
Coming soon
Constellation Close Up: Planetarium Show
Leave the world behind in this live, presenter-led planetarium show.
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
Test your strength and lift yourself up to see the science centre from a different viewpoint on our pulley chairs.
Coming soon
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
Two boys working together to assemble a rocket using large bricks in Life Science Centre's Space Zone.
Coming soon
Pop-up Play Stations and Discovery Backpacks
Explore pop-up play areas designed especially for our youngest visitors.
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 30 minutes
Girl Stood Underneath Astronaut Model With Her Face Projected Onto The Screen.
Coming soon
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