What's on

Explore the incredible line-up of events, shows, talks and workshops at Norwich Science Festival 2026!

Nov 2025

Festival Highlights

From science cabaret and celebrity shows, to kombucha and cheese tasting, be sure to check out our 2026 Festival Highlights!

  • 10am - 2pm

    INSPIRED at Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form

    A free family STEMM day, with science and maths related activities, experiments and competitions.

    Family Event
    Free
    All Ages
    For Kids
    Popular Science
  • 7.30pm - 9pm

    One World is Enough for All of Us

    Geologist Jon Gluyas explores our hot planet's 4.5 billion years of history to best understand our energy future.

    Talk
    Climate Change & Sustainability
    Free
    For Adults
    For Kids
  • Four people talking on stage in front of an audience.
    7.30pm - 9.45pm

    Explorium Lates

    For the first time ever, The Explorium is open after hours – and it’s just for the grown-ups (18+)!

    Show
    Talk
    The Explorium
    AI and Technology
    Popular Science
    Wildlife and Animals
    Chemistry
    For Adults
  • A visitor to The Explorium tries on a safety helmet and goggles
    Sat 21 Feb
    10.30am - 4pm

    The Explorium!

    Don't miss free hands-on science activities for all ages in The Explorium at The Forum!

    All Ages
    Family Event
    The Explorium
    Free
    For Kids
    For Adults
    Popular Science
  • Wed 18 Feb
    9.30am - 4.50pm

    Explorer Dome

    Step inside the Explorer Dome’s mobile planetarium for a range of amazing shows for all ages.

    Family Event
    Under £10
    Show
    Space and Astronomy
    Mind and Body
    Relaxed Performance
    SEND-Friendly
    For Kids
    Popular Science
  • Sat 21 Feb
    9.30am - 10.30am

    Quiet Hour in The Explorium

    Ease into the excitement of Norwich Science Festival with a Quiet Hour at The Explorium!

    Free
    The Explorium
    Popular Science
    For Kids
    For Adults
    Family Event
    SEND-Friendly
  • A large crowd gather outside The Forum for a performance during Norwich Science Festival
    Sat 21 Feb
    10am - 4pm

    The Atom Stage

    Free science performances!

    The Explorium
    Free
  • Scott Marley lights the inside of a water jug on fire.
    10am - 11am

    Moon to Mars

    From the first moon landing to future rockets bound for Mars, get ready to discover amazing space missions, explosive experiments, and fascinating science.

    Show
    Space and Astronomy
    Physics and Sound
    Under £10
    Family Event
    For Kids
  • Sat 21 Feb
    10.30am - 4pm

    Microbe Zoo

    Microscopic adventures await – visit the Microbe Zoo at Norwich Science Festival!

    Free
    Biology
    For Kids
    Family Event
    For Adults
    Festival Highlights
    The Explorium
  • A woman with grey hair and a pink top exercising.
    10.30am - 12noon

    Reimagining Women's Health

    Join members of the University of East Anglia’s Women’s Health Network and leading experts from across Norfolk for an engaging and inspiring look at the future of women’s healthcare.

    Talk
    Medicine and Health
    Free
    For Adults

Festival Highlights

From science cabaret and celebrity shows, to kombucha and cheese tasting, be sure to check out our 2026 Festival Highlights!