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!

  • Two children celebrating something on a laptop screen.
    10.30am - 12noon

    Little Clicks, Big Ideas

    Join this interactive family session to share your stories of how little ones build digital skills through everyday moments.

    AI and Technology
    Workshop
    Free
    Mind and Body
    Family Event
  • 11am & 2pm

    The Zoo That Comes To You

    With live music, playful characters and interactive storytelling, this family-friendly puppet show explores animal conservation and habitat change.

    For Kids
    Show
    Nature & Environment
    Wildlife and Animals
    Family Event
    Bugs and Minibeasts
  • 12noon - 1pm

    The Paper Lab

    Join Dr Jo as she explores all the incredible things that can be done with paper – from chromatography and capillary action to static electricity and engineering.

    Show
    Under £10
    Family Event
    For Kids
    Popular Science
  • Times vary

    The Great Science Time Tour

    Join the Great Science Time Tour!

    Show
    Free
    Space and Astronomy
    Nature & Environment
    Chemistry
    Family Event
    For Kids
  • 1pm - 2pm

    The Psychology of Film Trailers

    Professor Keith M Johnston from University of East Anglia explores how trailers use psychological triggers and audio-visual techniques to captivate audiences.

    Free
    Talk
    For Adults
    Popular Science
  • Green lasers during a music show.
    2pm - 3pm

    Lasers: The Light Fantastic

    Discover the science behind laser technology, and how it can be put to good use, in this fascinating, light-filled show.

    Free
    For Kids
    Show
    Physics and Sound
    Family Event
    Popular Science
    Technology & Engineering
  • Dr Nikhil Mistry in a white lab coat with his arm in the air.
    2pm - 3pm

    Do Try This at Home!

    Dr Nikhil Mistry returns to Norwich Science Festival with an array of amazing science demonstrations that you CAN try at home!

    For Kids
    Under £10
    Chemistry
    Show
    Family Event
    Popular Science
    Festival Highlights
  • 3pm - 4pm

    Science at the Movies

    Join UEA’s Drs Tony Blake, Helen James, Dale Green and Leoni Palmer as they explore the science behind your favourite sci-fi films.

    Technology & Engineering
    Talk
    Free
    For Adults
    Physics and Sound
    Popular Science
    Space and Astronomy
  • Times vary

    The Great Science Time Tour (Relaxed Performance)

    Join a relaxed performance of The Great Science Time Tour!

    Show
    Free
    Space and Astronomy
    Nature & Environment
    Chemistry
    SEND-Friendly
    For Kids
    Family Event
  • Kombucha being poured into two glasses.
    6.30pm - 8pm

    Kombucha and Cheese Tasting Experience

    Join the award-winning Oichi team for a flavour-packed evening of kombucha and cheese tasting.

    Food & Farming
    Workshop
    For Adults
    Mind and Body
    Medicine and Health
    Festival Highlights

Festival Highlights

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