Northern Ireland Science Festival
Description
The annual Northern Ireland Science Festival features a wide range of interactive workshops, talks and exciting hands-on activities.
Northern Ireland Science Festival features a wide range of interactive workshops, inspirational talks and exciting hands-on activities. The packed programme includes day time shows and workshops for children and young people, while the evenings will come alive with an inspiring programme to entertain the adults.
Sponsored by the Belfast City Council, the Department for Employment and Learning, Queen's University and Ulster University, NI Science Festival events take place across Belfast and beyond. With events hosted throughout the city in venues such as W5, the Black Box and the Ulster Museum, the breath of activity is sure to captivate, educate and inspire all.
For the programme of events visit www.nisciencefestival.com, follow the festival on Facebook or contact info@nisciencefestival.com for further information.
Bronze - Green Tourism Accredited
- Innovation Centre
- Queen's Road
- Belfast
- Antrim
- BT3 9DT
Contact Details
- Innovation Centre
- Queen's Road
- Belfast
- Antrim
- BT3 9DT
Current Opening Hours
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Tuesday
10:00-17:00
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Wednesday
10:00-17:00
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Thursday
10:00-17:00
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Friday
10:00-17:00
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Saturday
10:00-17:00
Look Closer (Screenings & Workshops) | NI Science Festival Roadshow
Enjoy an exciting adventure as the Regional Roadshow Team presents "Look Closer and Discover Nature!"
Various LocationsStoney Beginnings – Prehistoric Axe Heads and the Geology and Archaeology of Co. Antrim by Ian Enlander
This event will explore the link between the unique geological and archaeological history of stone axe production in Co. Antrim.
Chemistry & The Celts
Step back into the Iron Age and immerse yourself in the world of the Irish Celts with Scientific Sue!
Innovation in Action: An Engineering Research Showcase
This showcase event will feature a mixture of presentations, interactive displays, poster sessions and tours.
Retro Game Design
In this MakeCode Arcade workshop, young people will tap into their creativity and coding skills to build their own 8-bit video game!
NI Orienteering – Mussenden Temple
Come along and explore the stunning National Trust grounds of Mussenden perched above the north coast.
Relax More, Stress Less
This talk and workshop examines how stress impacts the body and mind, activating the sympathetic nervous system.
NI MedTech Saving Lives
A set of three short talks followed by a panel session will showcase how NI MedTech is helping save lives via new products, research and innovation.
The Wonderful World of Pharmacy: Living Longer, Better Lives with Medicines
Discover how Queen’s University Belfast’s School of Pharmacy advances healthcare through cutting-edge research and education.
A Beginner’s Guide to Aurora Chasing
Explore the science behind the aurora borealis with award-winning geography teacher Alistair Hamill.
Belfast ExposedHow To Survive in Space with Dr Dan & Dr Raph
CBBC’s Operation Ouch! presenters Dr Dan and Dr Raph bring the exhilarating experience of space adventure, space science and space medicine to Earth.
Ocean – Bringing Marine Dreams To Life with Steve Backshall
Steve Backshall’s Ocean is a love letter to the most exciting environment on our planet and a great way to learn more about what we need…
Queen’s UniversityRobo Bingo – Interactive Alt-Bingo For Introverts
Bingo meets tech. Join IT consultants, Lloyd and Pete in their interactive show for introverts. Expect robots, comedy and light-hearted gambling*.
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