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What's on in Newcastle

See our upcoming special events in Newcastle, alongside our science centre exhibits and activities.

Panelist Answering A Question To Audience Member During Science Speakeasy. Father and son enjoying hands-on activity in Life Science Centre's Experiment Zone.

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February 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 13 February, 9:30am - 3:00pm

Luma - the giant glowing robotic snail

Luma

Discover an immersive world with Luma, the giant, glowing robotic snail during British Science Week!

Included in science centre ticket

Friday 7 March - Saturday 15 March 2025

Father and daughter completing experiment with test tube at Life Science Centre Home Education Day.

February Home Education Day

Enjoy a fantastic day of learning with curriculum-linked workshops and interactive exhibits.

Especially for home educated children

Wednesday 12 February, 10:00pm - 3:00pm

Adults sat in Life Science Centre's huge planetarium, looking up to watch Live Skies Show.

Live Skies in the Planetarium: February Show

Explore the night skies with the Life team in our amazing planetarium at this special adults-only evening.

Thursday 20 February, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Adults looking up to watch Queen planetarium show at Life Science Centre.

Queen Heaven 360° February immersive dome shows

Enjoy legendary rock band Queen’s hits set to fun, exciting visuals in Life’s Planetarium.

13+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)

Various dates in February

Adults looking up to watch Queen planetarium show at Life Science Centre.

Queen Heaven 360° March immersive dome shows

Enjoy legendary rock band Queen’s hits set to fun, exciting visuals in Life’s Planetarium.

13+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)

Test your strength and lift yourself up to see the science centre from a different viewpoint on our pulley chairs.

Wow Zone

Get hands-on with exciting exhibits including our 6-metre-tall ‘Big Machine’ and much more.

Included in science centre ticket

Set aside about 45 minutes

Girl Stood Underneath Astronaut Model With Her Face Projected Onto The Screen.

Space Zone

Be inspired by the wonders of the Universe and see how space exploration impacts our everyday lives.

Included in science centre ticket

Family of all ages in Life science centre's planetarium watching a 'Just Look Up'.

Just Look Up: Planetarium Show

Leave the world behind in this live, presenter-led planetarium show.

Included in science centre ticket

Set aside about 15 minutes

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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