From exploring our planet and the known universe to discovering the fun of science in your own home. Don’t miss some of the standout events of this year’s festival featuring well-known names from the world of science and entertainment including: Brian Cox, Steve Backshall, Konnie Huq, David Baddiel, Grace Webb, Jon Chase, Dafydd Williams and George Abbey to name a few.
Streamed live, these are virtual events which you will need to sign up to attend. Some have limited capacity so make sure you sign up in advance to bag yourself a space.
7:00pm All ages
Inspired by Steve’s recent BBC series, ‘Undiscovered Worlds with Steve Backshall’ and ‘Expedition with Steve Backshall’ for UKTV, his talk encompasses astonishing tales from a year of adventure; taking light into forgotten caves, making first ascents of Arctic peaks, and first descents of Himalayan rivers
10:00am Ages 7+
Unlocking science through the power of dance.
How do sand dunes move on Mars? Find out in this workshop!
11:30am Ages 5-11 Max capacity 70
Ever wondered how a rocket works? Love learning about Space? Then come along and investigate the science of a rocket with Space Detectives and “Blast Off Live!”
1:30pm Ages 7+
Take a close-up look at the weird and wonderful inhabitants of Plantasia, discover their deadly habits and learn about the Worlds rain forests and the importance of their survival.
2:30pm Ages 7-12
Get ready to meet Cookie – funny, science-obsessed and ready to take on the world!
4:30pm Ages 9-12
Children's author and comedian David Baddiel will be in conversation with astrophysicist Edward Gomez about time travel.
6:00pm Ages 6-12
Join science presenter Jon Chase as he guides you through some fun science activities you can do at home, whilst sharing some fun and quirky demonstrations of how the World around us works.
7:00pm Ages 16+
Be part of a worldwide online event where we will explore a famous dream and its relationship to the dreamer's turbulent family life and society in Vienna in 1900.
10:00am Ages 7+
Unlocking science through the power of dance.
How do sand dunes move on Mars? Find out in this workshop!
11:30am Ages 7+
Join Cbeebies’ presenter, Grace Webb, as she shows families and younger audiences some of the machines she has in her garage through this virtual workshop!
2:30pm Ages 3-8
Join Merlin the Wizard live from his Hocus Pocus School of Wizardry for an interactive adventure and enjoy a whole host of fun Wizard-themed activities from the comfort of their own homes.
4:30pm Ages 7+
Join Welsh-Canadian Physician and Astronaut Dafydd Rees Williams and George Abbey, former director of the NASA Johnson Space Centre as they discuss their careers in space travel and what it takes to become an astronaut
7:30pm Ages 12+
Brian Cox and CERN’s Lyn Evans discuss and explore the universe and where science may take us next
Check out these pre-recorded workshops, talks, and presentations which you can browse at your leisure.
