A night out at Norwich Science Festival

Members of the audience at a evening event for Norwich Science Festival
2025, Norwich Science Festival

Must-See Events for Adults

It may be in February half term, but Norwich Science Festival isn't just for the kids!


Next month, we’re bringing an exciting line-up of adult-focused events to the city that are sure to change the way you think about science. 

Whether you’re curious about forensics, tackling food waste, or exploring the future of A.I., we’ve got something for you. With a full programme of events running from Saturday 15–Saturday 22 February, it’s the perfect chance to swap your usual night out for an evening of fun, discovery, and a fresh take on science - no lab coats required! 

Grab a friend (or a date!) and get ready for a night out that’s anything but ordinary with our top event recommendations for adults. 

A date night with a difference 


Mix up the usual dinner-and-a-film date night with Sci-Fi Snobbery (Wed 19 Feb, 7.30pm at Cinema City). Whether you’re a Star Wars diehard or a Blade Runner purist, this is your chance to weigh in on the greatest science fiction films of all time as you help decide which movie deserves the top spot.   

Would you personally be willing to obey an A.I. system? Join Lieven Scheire in Artifical Intelligence, Tue 18 Feb.

Join comedian Lieven Scheire for an entertaining glimpse into the ever-evolving world of Artificial Intelligence (Tue 18 Feb, 7.30pm at Norwich Theatre Playhouse). Grab a drink from the Playhouse bar and get ready for an eye-opening look at this new superhero of technology.  

For a personal deep dive into data, don’t miss Unique Digital You (Mon 17 Feb, 6.30pm at The Forum). From the shape of your ear to the swipe of your fingerprints, come and discover the weird and wonderful aspects of your digital self.  

A thought-provoking night out


Interested in learning something new? Join presenter and mathematician Dr Tom Crawford for a fun (we promise!) lesson in fluid dynamics. Dr Tom will explore how the power of numbers can protect our planet in Where Maths Meets the Ocean (Wed 19 Feb, 7pm at The Forum).  

And bestselling author Adam Rutherford will be joining us for a thought-provoking look at modern genetics in How to Argue with a Racist (Thu 20 Feb, 7.30pm at Norwich Theatre Playhouse). Combining science and sociology, this is an unmissable event for anyone committed to creating a more inclusive society. 

In a pickle about Valentine's Day?


If you’re scratching your head over what to get your partner this Valentine’s Day, why not try something a little more...preserved?  

Skip the chocolates and join River Cottage’s Rachel de Thample for a hands-on evening of pickling, fermentation, and food preservation in Suspended Seasons (Sun 16 Feb, 6pm at Yalm Foodhall).  

Book your spot with friends

Flex your creative muscles in this unique drawing class - Body/Space/Play, Sun 16 Feb.

Pencils at the ready! Enjoy a creative Sunday afternoon with an experimental drawing workshop, Body/Space/Play (Sunday 16 Feb, 2pm at The Garage). Featuring live dancers, this immersive class invites you to step beyond the canvas as you explore the human body and form through movement.  

Ever wondered what the future of medicine could look like? Join comedian Pravanya Pillay as a panel of scientists pitch their wildest visions – robotic surgery, tropical antibiotics, and more – and decide who will be crowed the winner in Future Medicine Showdown (Fri 21 Feb, 7.30pm at The Forum).   

Whether you are LGBTQ+ or an ally, don’t miss a celebration of Norfolk's diverse and vibrant STEMM community in Out Thinkers (Fri 21 Feb, 7.30pm at Epic Studio). Free to attend, this event features inspiring talks from brilliant speakers including Diana Vakkerdú I Cabrera, and Dr Bee Nichols. 

Think you can remember your school science lessons? Test your memory at CASTs Top Class in Science Quiz night, Fri 21 Feb.

Or how about a quiz night with a twist? Gather your friends and test how much science you can remember from your school days in CAST's Top Class in Science (Fri 21 Feb, 7.30pm at The Forum).   

Shake up your Saturday night


Hold on to your sequins…Dame Darcey Bussell is coming to Norwich Theatre!

Get ready to dance the night away in Darcey Bussell and Dr Peter Lovatt: In Conversation and Dance (Sat 22, 7.30pm at Norwich Theatre Royal). Darcey and Peter will be showcasing their best moves while sharing the science behind why dance makes us feel so amazing.

Join Dame Darcey Bussell and Dr Peter Lovatt for a glittering evening of conversation and dance, Sat 22 Feb.

Explore the Festival's full line-up of events, shows, talks and workshops by clicking the what's on link below.

What's On at Norwich Science Festival