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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.
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Our Planet Earth – Gaia
Wonder at Gaia - a mesmerising, seven-metre-diameter recreation of Planet Earth.
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 10 minutes
Toddler climbing in soft play area inside science centre.
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Play Zone
Let your little ones explore a fascinating world designed just for them.
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 30 minutes
Life Science Centre visitor wearing a coloured hat and pulling a face in the photo booth.
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Hands-on Exhibits and LEGO® Wall
Exhibits and activities that will fire up your imagination.
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 30 minutes
Mother And son completing hands-on science activity in Experiment Zone.
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Experiment Zone
In Experiment Zone, carry out practical experiments using real tools and materials.
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ only
Set aside about 30 minutes
Father And Daughter enjoying the colour wall in Hello World
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Hello World
Hands-on activities to see planet Earth in a whole new light.
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 30 minutes
Young visitor enjoying Life Science Centre's trap door exhibit.
On now
Brain Zone
Play memory games, step into an optical illusion and (attempt to) interact with exhibits that require some mind over matter.
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 30 minutes
Science Now Hub! Materials
On now
Science Now! Hub: Growing our Future
Find out how local scientists are taking inspiration from nature to tackle challenges that the world is facing, in a sustainable way.
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
Young adults watching an immersive show on Life Science Centre's Sphere in Space Zone.
On now
Luna Hotel and Spa: Sphere Show
Fancy taking a holiday in space? Take a fun look at the hazards of holidaying on the Moon in this new show on Life’s large digital ‘Sphere’.
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 10 minutes
Two boys working together to assemble a rocket using large bricks in Life Science Centre's Space Zone.
On now
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

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