What's on
Explore the incredible line-up of events, shows, talks and workshops at Norwich Science Festival 2026!
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7.30pm - 9pmOne 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.
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7.30pm - 9.45pmExplorium Lates
For the first time ever, The Explorium is open after hours – and it’s just for the grown-ups (18+)!
ShowTalkThe ExploriumAI and TechnologyPopular ScienceWildlife and AnimalsChemistryFor Adults -
Sat 21 Feb10.30am - 4pmThe Explorium!
Don't miss free hands-on science activities for all ages in The Explorium at The Forum!
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Sat 21 Feb9.30am - 10.30amQuiet Hour in The Explorium
Ease into the excitement of Norwich Science Festival with a Quiet Hour at The Explorium!
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Sat 21 Feb10.30am - 4pmMicrobe Zoo
Microscopic adventures await – visit the Microbe Zoo at Norwich Science Festival!
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10.30am - 12noonReimagining 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.
TalkMedicine and HealthFreeFor Adults -
1pm - 2pmReimagining Health with Big Data
Dr Marina Escalera Zamudio and Dr Cenk Celik will share the ways in which big data and AI are transforming medicine.
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2pm - 4pmTime and Space: Writing Science Fiction
Inspired by the iconic television series, Doctor Who, this inclusive and interactive workshop is perfect for budding sci-fi writers and Whovians alike.
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3pm - 4pmLive Heart Dissection
Join Festival patron and biologist Professor Ben Garrod and consultant cardiologist Dr Rohin Francis for a Valentine’s event like no other.
ShowBiologyUnder £10For AdultsMind and BodyMedicine and HealthFestival HighlightsFamily EventFor Kids -
3pm - 4pmRobots: Your New Best Friend?
Dr Natalie Wyer (University of East Anglia’s School of Psychology) will discuss if – and how – robots might become part of our social lives.
AI and TechnologyTalkFreeFor AdultsTechnology & EngineeringPopular Science