Back with a bang: Swansea Science Festival returns this October half-term
The Royal Institution’s high-energy Explosive Food and Fired Up shows are among the headline events at this year’s Swansea Science Festival, which returns this October half-term.
Hosted by Swansea University in partnership with the National Waterfront Museum, this year’s festival will take place at the National Waterfront Museum on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October, bringing a weekend packed with mindblowing shows, hands-on experiments, and inspiring talks for all ages.
Wildlife lovers are in for a treat as internationally renowned presenters and filmmakers Lizzie Daly and Hamza Yassin take the stage to share awe-inspiring stories from the natural world. Audiences can also enjoy spectacular science-themed fun with the ever-popular Bubbles and Balloons and Superhero Scientists shows that are guaranteed to entertain and inspire.
Throughout the weekend, visitors can explore a packed programme of talks and demonstrations exploring everything from cutting-edge engineering to the surprising uses of medical maggots – and even the science behind sweets and beer.
Alongside the main events, free drop-in activities and interactive exhibits will be available throughout the museum, ensuring there’s something for everyone – from the simply curious to budding young scientists and lifelong enthusiasts.
The Swansea Science Festival has become a firm favourite in the city’s cultural calendar since its launch in 2016, attracting more than 10,000 visitors in previous years.
Professor Helen Griffiths, Swansea University’s Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation, said: “Since 2016, the Swansea Science Festival has been a key event for the city, one that brings the community together with our academics and researchers through a shared love of science. We look forward to welcoming everyone in person for what promises to be an unmissable celebration of science for all ages.”
View the full programme and book tickets at swansea.ac.uk/swanseasciencefestival
