With over 180 events across 50+ venues, the NI Science Festival offers a stimulating and wide range of events focusing on the wonders of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
NI Science Festival Children's Events
Discover what children friendly events are happening as part of the NI Science Festival, 15 – 25 February 2024.
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Lego Cartography 2.0 – Map the World!
Sun, 18 Feb 2024, 12:00pmUsing a Lego World Map set you will create a map showing important environmental & climate data sourced…
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Beer and the Biology of Taste
0.6 KMThu, 15 Feb 2024, 6:30pmExplore the science of taste at Out of Office Brewing. Enjoy a brewery tour followed by a sensory…
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NI Science Festival Children's Events
Fossil Hunting and The Good Dinosaur (Film)
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 2:00pmJoin the National Trust for an afternoon of fossil hunting followed by a screening of the Pixar animated…
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Back to the Cheeseboard!
1.14 KMSun, 25 Feb 2024, 7:00pmEnjoy an exclusive evening celebrating the allure of cheese with food journalist Patrick McGuigan and cheese expert Johnny…
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Com-bat
1.73 KMThu, 15 Feb 2024, 2:00pmThis talk will take you on a journey of the evolutionary arms race between bats and their prey.
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From Grey Wolves to Grey Squirrels
1.73 KM16 - 18 Feb 2024Join for a free, family-friendly tour exploring the history of the island of Ireland through its landscape and…
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AFBI Research Vessel Tours
23 - 25 Feb 2024The popular Agri-food and Bioscience Institute (AFBI) Research Vessel - the R.V. Corystes - will open its doors…
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Can You Dig It? | Science Sandwich
Fri, 23 Feb 2024, 12:45pmJoin Dr. Stuart Farrimond, renowned for simplifying science, in an enlightening session demystifying gardening.
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Women in Leadership – Dismantling the Gender Myths
1.14 KMSat, 17 Feb 2024, 6:00pmProfessor Karise Hutchinson and Professor Pragya Agarwal challenge and disrupt some of the myths around leadership.
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NI Science Festival Children's Events
Mini Moon Relaunch Party
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 1:00pmJoin DJ Twister on the decks with special guest scientist, space lover, and dancing earthling Liz Conlon for…
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Billy Conker’s Nature Spotting Adventure – Belfast
1.73 KMSun, 25 Feb 2024, 11:00amJourney into nature with acclaimed author, Illustrator and passionate conservationist, Conor Bussitill.
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Happy Dog Rules – Julie Haggerty from Dogs Trust Northern Ireland
1.73 KMSat, 24 Feb 2024, 11:00amJulie will inform dog owners how they can use role play, repetition and action to teach 5 safety…
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Enrichment for Kennelled Dogs – Dr Deborah Wells in collaboration with Dr Tara Cooper
1.73 KMSat, 24 Feb 2024, 3:00pmDr Tara Cooper presents Dr Deborah Wells (Animal Behaviour Centre, School of Psychology, QUB) extensive work on enrichment…
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Nature-themed Karaoke
Sat, 24 Feb 2024, 2:00pmIt's the big return of the most high-end karaoke sound system in the UK and Ireland, this time…
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Unravelling Stress: Debunking Myths Through the Science of Resilience
1.14 KMWed, 21 Feb 2024, 7:00pmDive into the fascinating world of stress and resilience in this talk hosted by Psychologists from Queen's University…
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Gordon Buchanan – 30 Years In The Wild
Sun, 25 Feb 2024, 12:00pmGordon will be taking a look back at his incredible 30 years working both behind and in front…
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Shows and Displays
Cut & Paste
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 11:00amDive into the revolutionary world of Gene Editing, exploring its potential to tackle global challenges while raising ethical…
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The Art & Science of the Classic Martini
Mon, 19 Feb 2024, 7:00pmJoin for an immersive experience where you'll delve into the history, techniques, and nuances of crafting the perfect…
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The Science Behind Digital Mental Health Apps
Wed, 21 Feb 2024, 1:00pmJoin us for a 2-hour workshop at Ulster University Belfast Campus, where we will discuss how digital mental…
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Mount Stewart’s Amazing Microclimate
35.61 KMFri, 16 Feb 2024, 10:30amExplore Mount Stewart's unique gardens filled with Mediterranean flora amid a changing climate and potential sustainability challenges.
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Through a Vet’s Eyes
1.73 KMSat, 24 Feb 2024, 12:30pmThrough a Vet's Eyes reveals the injustices which animals experience every day and raises an important question: how…
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Nature Denatured
Sat, 24 Feb 2024, 12:00pmImmerse yourself in music played through the 48-speaker system of SARC’s Sonic Lab.
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HIVEsplaining concert – ‘Growing Up’
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 2:00pmHIVE Choir is back with their concert series 'HIVEsplaining', where they attempt to explain everything you need to…
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Lev Parikian – Taking Flight
Thu, 22 Feb 2024, 7:30pmThis is the miracle of flight as you’ve never seen it before: the evolutionary story of life on…
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Beyond The Hype – The Inside Story of Science’s Biggest Media Controversies
1.14 KMFri, 16 Feb 2024, 7:00pmIn Beyond the Hype, Fox shines a light on the truth behind some of the headline-grabbing stories of…
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Human 2.0 – A Celebration of Human Bionics
1.14 KMFri, 16 Feb 2024, 2:00pmImagine being able to hear for the first time, or see in full-colour, or take your first steps…
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Chloe Duckworth – Never Work With Children, Animals, or Archaeologists | The Jack Kerr Memorial Lecture
Thu, 15 Feb 2024, 7:00pmDr. Chloe Duckworth merges expertise in experimental archaeology, ancient recycling, and traditional craft practices.
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NI Science Festival Children's Events
Eye, Eye!
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 12:00pmEmbark on a mesmerizing journey into the world of creativity with "Eye, Eye!"
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The Compass
0.4 KM15 - 17 Feb 2024This installation will show you how scientific endeavours and processes directly resonate with your daily life.
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Legacy Soundscape of ECOS Park
Sat, 24 Feb 2024, 11:00amThis event will highlight the varied sounds of ECOS Park in Ballymena, Northern Ireland.
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Kidney Canvas: Hot Desk Your Way Around the Science and Art of Kidney Disease
Sun, 18 Feb 2024, 1:30pmJoin for an afternoon of hot desking, where experts and talented artists from the QUB Renal Arts Group…
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Cleaning Water in an Ever Changing Environment
Thu, 15 Feb 2024, 10:00amJoin NI Water at historical Belfast Wastewater Heritage Centre to discover the journey of their water from source…
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Sourdough Skills
0.68 KMSat, 17 Feb 2024, 11:00amA sourdough skills class hosted by Ciaran from The Hundredth Monkey Bakery, with breakout tutorials, mini workshops and…
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Virtual Past & Present – 3D Technologies in Archaeology & Geography
1.47 KMSat, 17 Feb 2024, 10:00amJoin the survey and digital archaeology team Centre for GIS and Geomatics and ArcPal to explore the magic…
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Yasmin Ali – An Engineer’s Story
1.73 KMSat, 24 Feb 2024, 2:00pmYasmin Ali, an award-winning chartered engineer in the energy industry, champions renewable technologies and excels in science communication.
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Mayflies in the Mist of Time | Science Sandwich
Tue, 20 Feb 2024, 12:45pmMayflies are an ancient lineage of freshwater insects, with fossil records extending back some 300 million years.
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Next Practice in ESG, Green Computing and Sustainable Software Engineering
Fri, 19 Apr 2024, 5:00pmESG is one of the current global buzzwords, yet prior to 2005 it was CSR that was on…
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Specialist Group Factory Tour
Fri, 16 Feb 2024, 11:00amExperience a captivating factory tour unveiling the artistry behind bespoke joinery and craftsmanship.
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Farming for Nature Ambassadors
Thu, 22 Feb 2024, 7:00pmJoin as six new ‘Farming for Nature Ambassadors’ who have embraced innovative practices that balance agriculture with nature…
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The Whiskeys of Ireland
Wed, 21 Feb 2024, 7:00pmJoin Peter Mulryan, the Founder and CEO of Blackwater Distillery, as he takes you on a captivating exploration…
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The Merchants Who Grew A City – A Walking Tour of Belfast’s Industrial Heritage
1.02 KM16 - 18 Feb 2024Embark on a guided tour through the oldest parts of Belfast, delving into the city's industrial history from…
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What’s the Blooming Problem with Lough Neagh?
Thu, 22 Feb 2024, 7:00pmTake this chance to gain a deeper understanding of the science behind the Lough Neagh bluegreen algae crisis.
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Saving Island Wildlife by Air, Land and Sea | Science Sandwich
Thu, 22 Feb 2024, 12:45pmJoin to learn just how important islands are and hear about the RSPB’s work to prevent extinctions on…
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Free Agents: How Evolution Gave Us Free Will
1.73 KMSat, 24 Feb 2024, 4:00pmIn Free Agents, Kevin Mitchell, a prominent neuro-geneticist and popular science blogger, takes readers across billions of years…
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Planet Earth III – Our Changing World
1.74 KMTue, 20 Feb 2024, 6:00pmDr. Miranda Dyson examines the influence of longstanding collaborations between the Open University and the BBC on natural…
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The Foyle Science Showcase
Sat, 24 Feb 2024, 10:00amAn engaging and interactive experience, featuring robotics experts discussing cutting edge research, a mobile planetarium for solar system…
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The Sea at Night
Fri, 16 Feb 2024, 2:30pmDr Jade Berman, Coastal Advisor for the National Trust will share secrets of the local seas at night…
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Orienteering at Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne
114.48 KMThu, 15 Feb 2024, 11:30amThis is an orienteering activity within the grounds of Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne.
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Where’s the Justice? The Impact of Trauma Insensitive Systems
1.47 KMFri, 23 Feb 2024, 5:30pmA panel discussion with professionals of neuroscience, psychology, and justice discussing the challenges survivors of domestic violence face…
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Foundation for Science & Technology Podcast
Wed, 21 Feb 2024, 4:00pmThe FST podcast showcases one-off discussions with senior figures across science, research, technology and innovation.
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FameLab – Northern Ireland Final
0.68 KMWed, 21 Feb 2024, 7:00pmExperience the thrilling showcase of scientific talent and communication at FameLab Northern Ireland’s live final.
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Éanna Ní Lamhna – Wonders of the Wild
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 2:00pmJoin Éanna Ní Lamhna to discover animal-eating plants, what rises from the dead, sea life that glows in…
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Mid Ulster MEGA Factory Tours – Greiner Packaging Dungannon
Thu, 15 Feb 2024, 11:00amFind out more about the packaging processes behind everything from food products like Quality Street® chocolates, to detergents.
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NI Science Festival Children's Events
Billy Conker’s Nature Spotting Adventure! – Newtownards
25.8 KMSat, 24 Feb 2024, 2:00pmJourney into nature with acclaimed author, Illustrator and passionate conservationist, Conor Bussitill.
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Fish For Families
Thu, 15 Feb 2024, 2:00pmA family-friendly workshop hosted by celebrity chef Paula McIntyre MBE, who will show how to choose, prepare and…
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Mount Stewart’s Amazing Microclimate
35.61 KMFri, 16 Feb 2024, 10:30amExplore Mount Stewart's unique gardens filled with Mediterranean flora amid a changing climate and potential sustainability challenges.
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Science of the Olympics
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 2:00pmScience and Sport team up in this dynamic show with physicist, TV presenter and former professional footballer, Mark…
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The Science of Jurassic World | NISF Roadshow
15 - 18 Feb 2024An entertaining exploration of the science behind THE movie franchise that helped change the way we see dinosaurs…
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Niamh Nic Daeid – The Future of Forensic Science
Sun, 18 Feb 2024, 2:00pmJoin award winning Chartered Chemist and Authorised forensic scientist, Professor Niamh Nic Daeid, at Whitla Hall.
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Stem Fleming Agri Products Factory Tour
Thu, 15 Feb 2024, 10:30amJoin Fleming Agri-Products on a factory tour, you’ll get the opportunity to explore the company’s heritage and values.
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Beauty, Books & Botany
18.74 KMThu, 22 Feb 2024, 6:30pmWhere science and art meet in the garden at Rowallane.
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Marcus Du Sautoy – Around The World in 80 Games
Sun, 25 Feb 2024, 2:30pmMarcus Du Sautoy explains his exploration, Around The World in 80 Games at Whitla Hall.
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Surveying The Surveyors: How Divis Helped Map Ireland
Fri, 23 Feb 2024, 11:00amCome to Divis & the Black Mountain and hear more about how the Ordnance Survey (OS) mapped Ireland…
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An Anatomical Workshop on Respiration and Deglutition (Breathing and Swallowing)
Thu, 15 Feb 2024, 11:00amDiscover the science behind respiration and deglutition (breathing and swallowing), in this fun, interactive workshop.
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More than Just Puppy Love – The Science of the Human-Canine Bond – Katharine Creagh MSc
1.73 KMSat, 24 Feb 2024, 2:00pmKatharine Creagh explains the incredible science behind the Human-Canine bond, with some insights into how you can strengthen…
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Dog Training Without The Dogs – The Science Behind It – Dr Tara Cooper
1.73 KMSat, 24 Feb 2024, 12:00pmTara explores the science of dog training, has a look at the behaviour in dog training and shows…
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Astronomy on Tap
Tue, 20 Feb 2024, 7:00pmAstronomy on Tap is launching a satellite event at a bar near you! Where science and socializing collide…
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Forensic Entomology – Facts from Flies
Wed, 21 Feb 2024, 2:00pmA talk by Dr Marise Heyns on forensic entomology - facts from flies.
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Sight-Read: A Poetry Workshop with 3D-Printed Braille
1.47 KMMon, 19 Feb 2024, 2:00pmThis inclusive workshop delves into innovative forms of poetry by incorporating tactile images, 3D-printed Braille fragments, and the…
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Potty about Prehistoric Pots with Dr Eileen Murphy
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 2:00pmParticipants will have the opportunity to make and decorate a clay pot for themselves and to find out…
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Wonderdog: How the Science of Dogs Changed the Science of Life with Jules Howard
Sun, 18 Feb 2024, 12:00pmJoin zoology correspondent & Guardian writer Jules Howard in this celebration of the role that dogs are playing…
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Trash to Treasure – Composting
18.74 KMFri, 16 Feb 2024, 2:00pmGet your hands dirty as we explore how compost is made, how it works and how it is…
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Orienteering at the Planetarium
84.53 KM15 - 16 Feb 2024A family adventure exploring Armagh's Astropark! Pick up a map and science question sheet from the Planetarium reception…
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Lieven Scheire – A.I.
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 8:00pmIn this show, Lieven Scheire introduces this new superhero of technology in an entertaining and accessible way.
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Help Build a Health Information Jigsaw!
0.4 KMFri, 16 Feb 2024, 3:00pmHelp piece together the health information jigsaw by getting creative and working in groups to create your data…
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Dogs that Sniff Out Data! – Conservation Detection Dogs – Dr Caroline Finlay
1.73 KMSat, 24 Feb 2024, 10:00amDr. Caroline Finlay will guide us through how dogs are using their noses to collect information on a…
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The Who, What, Why of Zoology
1.73 KMSun, 18 Feb 2024, 2:00pmJoin the scientists uncovering the secrets of the animal kingdom in this funny, fact-packed introduction to zoology.
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Step into the World of Simulation in Healthcare
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 11:00amAn insider's look at healthcare professional training through simulation, where participants delve into hands-on experiences with cutting-edge technology.
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NI Science Festival Children's Events
Space Colouring for Kids
Sun, 18 Feb 2024, 2:30pmEnjoy an afternoon of Apollo 11 colouring and celebrate the first moon landings by NASA.
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The Science of Living
Thu, 22 Feb 2024, 7:00pmEver wondered whether breakfast really is the most important meal of the day? Or when is the perfect…
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Extinction Explorers
1.73 KM15 - 17 Feb 2024Join for a free, family friendly tour of the nature galleries at the Ulster Museum. Travel through time…
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Aethereal Material
Tue, 20 Feb 2024, 2:00pmExplore the symbiotic relationship between sound, conversation, and music through the ‘Aethereal Material’ project, culminating in an LP…
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Why Do We Watch Movies?
Fri, 16 Feb 2024, 10:00amLove movies and wonder why we love them so much? Nobody knows for sure. Just kidding.
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Bakineering in Space with Andrew Smyth
Fri, 16 Feb 2024, 3:30pmJoin aerospace engineer and judge of Netflix’s Baking Impossible, Andrew Smyth, on a journey to explore surprising connections....
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A is for Arsenic: The Poisons of Agatha Christie
Sun, 18 Feb 2024, 7:00pmFourteen novels. Fourteen poisons. Just because it's fiction doesn't mean it's all made-up ...
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Beauty, Books & Botany
18.74 KMThu, 22 Feb 2024, 6:30pmWhere science and art meet in the garden at Rowallane. Join Claire McNally our Head Gardener for an…
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Green Software | Science Sandwich
Thu, 15 Feb 2024, 12:45pmExplore the future of sustainable software, and how eco-friendly innovation and sustainable practices shaping a greener, more responsible…
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Seven Drinks for Seven Cheese
Fri, 23 Feb 2024, 7:30pmThis evening will take you on a Legenderry journey as we introduce some of the best craft drinks…
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Autopsy
1.74 KMSat, 24 Feb 2024, 6:00pmAutopsy, a live theatrical exploration through our anatomy. A multi-sensory journey that will educate on the importance of…
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What is the Northern Ireland Longitudinal Study, and how does it use Census and administrative data to research our population?
Sat, 24 Feb 2024, 10:30amThis is an interactive session focusing on the Northern Ireland Longitudinal Study - what it actually is, how…
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Supporting Your Child In Sport
Tue, 20 Feb 2024, 7:00pmJoin the Ulster University Sport Psychology Research Team in this interactive workshop as they explore the latest research…
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Snow Leopard Trail Taster Tape Premiere
1.73 KMSat, 24 Feb 2024, 4:00pmLocal conservationist, entrepreneur and storyteller Dr Hanson premieres the taster tape of his in-development adventure conservation film, Snow…
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Jumbles of Sound
Sat, 24 Feb 2024, 10:00amSometimes background noise makes it hard to understand speech, sometimes it doesn’t, and there are even situations where…
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Orienteering at Florence Court
Sat, 24 Feb 2024, 11:30amLearn and practice navigational skills in the stunning landscaped National Trust grounds of Florence Court House in Fermanagh.
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Dugie The Dinosaur – Belfast
1.73 KMFri, 16 Feb 2024, 11:00amHear the story of Dugie, a long-necked dinosaur who lives on the Isle of Skye. Written by Anne…
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Sperrin Metal Products Limited Factory Tour
Thu, 15 Feb 2024, 10:00amDiscover innovation at Sperrin Metal Products Ltd! Join an exclusive factory tour revealing metalworking mastery.
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Alice Roberts – Crypt: Life, Death and Disease in the Middle Ages and Beyond
Sun, 18 Feb 2024, 4:30pmJoin Professor Alice Roberts as she talks about her new book, Crypt: Life, Death and Disease in the Middle Ages…
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Dark Matters – A Night of Short Fiction Inspired by John Stewart Bell and CERN
0.59 KMMon, 19 Feb 2024, 7:00pmExplore the remarkable life and scientific contributions of physicist John Stewart Bell, born in Belfast.
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Shows and Displays
The Secret Lives of the Elements with Kathyrn Harkup
1.73 KMSat, 17 Feb 2024, 2:00pmThe Secret Lives of the Elements reveals that the periodic table is more like a sprawling extended family…
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Queen’s Biology Showcase
Sat, 24 Feb 2024, 10:30amCome and meet local marine life! How can we feed ourselves more sustainably? Why does climate change mean…
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Family Tree Planting Day in Faughan Valley Woodlands
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 10:00amGrab a spade and help us plant native trees on the Woodland Trust's new sites to create new…
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That Time It Rained For Two Million Years… | Science Sandwich
Wed, 21 Feb 2024, 12:45pmIn 1987 two geologists, Mike Simms and Alastair Ruffell, both now in Northern Ireland, discovered evidence for a…
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Claudia Hammond – The Keys To Kindness
1.14 KMFri, 23 Feb 2024, 7:30pmBroadcaster and author of the Keys To Kindness, Claudia Hammond takes on an eye-opening tour of kindness.
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SP-Ace (A sensory journey through sound)
Sun, 18 Feb 2024, 12:00pmWhat is a sensory experience? How is it that we can have these sensory experiences through therapeutic sound?
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Rathlin’s Rocks with Mike Simms
Fri, 16 Feb 2024, 11:00amRathlin’s pebbles are mostly black and white. But why? Of what are they made? How did they form,…
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Granny Jackson’s Dead
15 - 25 Feb 2024Granny Jackson’s Dead…but her story isn’t. Her family invites all those who knew her to 47 Malone Road,…
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The Causeway Cheese Experience
Sat, 24 Feb 2024, 7:00pmJoin Cheese Maegdens Emma & Jo as they host a special evening of Irish Cheese & local drinks…
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Right to the Night
Thu, 15 Feb 2024, 3:00pmThis event will focus on the question: How do we access the night sky in Belfast and how…
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Power Up – An Engineer’s Adventure into Sustainable Energy
1.73 KMSun, 25 Feb 2024, 1:30pmPower Up is a definitive picture of the intricate world that humanity has built, and a rallying cry…
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Exploring the Fascinating Science of Human Milk
1.47 KMSat, 17 Feb 2024, 11:00amJoin Breastival, QUB microbiologist Dr Simon Cameron and the human milk bank to explore the fascinating properities of…
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How Do We Learn About Learning?
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 12:00pmThis family-oriented event by Ulster University offers interactive activities designed to engage parents and children alike.
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Hearts & Crafts Workshop: An Anatomy Art Workshop
Thu, 22 Feb 2024, 6:30pmCome along for a relaxing evening of art and anatomy! Be inspired by fascinating anatomical models, images, and…
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Causes and Consequences of Toxic Masculinity
Wed, 21 Feb 2024, 7:00pmJoin Dr Paul Caplat from Queen’s University Belfast as he explores the economic cost and societal impact of…
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Patrick G Johnston Centre for Cancer Research’ Public Open Day
Sat, 24 Feb 2024, 10:00amThe Patrick G Johnston Centre for Cancer Research is excited to throw open its doors and invite you…
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Contextualising Representations of Dogs in the Irish Archaeological Record : Iconography, Ritual and Myth
1.73 KMSat, 24 Feb 2024, 3:30pmThis presentation by Bronagh Murray (Archaeology 2030 Project Officer) will explore the iconography of dogs found in the…
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Unlocked: The Real Science of Screen Time
0.82 KMSat, 24 Feb 2024, 2:00pmInstead of clamouring for us to ditch our devices), UNLOCKED is a sustainable, realistic and vital guide to…
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Pox, Plagues & Paupers – Horrible Histories of Belfast
15 - 18 Feb 2024Pox, plagues, cholera - all just part of life for people in 19th-century Belfast. How did they cope…
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The Rise and Reign of the Mammals
1.73 KMFri, 16 Feb 2024, 7:00pmProfessor Steve Brusatte delves into the 325-million-year journey of mammalian evolution in his talk The Rise and Reign…
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Get Fired Up! – Blacksmithing
17.13 KM16 - 19 Feb 2024During this hour-long introduction you’ll learn traditional forging and blacksmithing techniques!
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The Science of Animal Care
6.46 KMSat, 17 Feb 2024, 10:00amLearn about the science behind animal care at Belfast Zoo’s educational workshop.
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Turi King – DNA Detective: genetics, genealogy and forensics
Sun, 25 Feb 2024, 4:30pmTuri King is an expert geneticist combining the field of genetics with history, archaeology, anthropology, and forensics.
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Tim and Pam Fogg – In Conversation
0.82 KM24 Feb - 24 Mar 2024Tim and Pam Fogg talk about how they turned their climbing and caving passion into their work.
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Dugie The Dinosaur – Derry~Londonderry
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 2:00pmDugie is a long-necked dinosaur who lives on the Isle of Skye. When he is separated from his…
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What is the Perfect Body?
Sat, 17 Feb 2024, 1:00pmDelve into centuries of debate about physical fitness, combining historical perspectives, strength demonstrations, and audience participation.
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NI Science Festival Children's Events
The Super Nature Show with Chantelle and Rory | NISF Roadshow
15 - 18 Feb 2024Join CBeebies' Teeny Tiny Creatures animal experts Chantelle and Rory in Bangor!
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Doctoring James Joyce
Tue, 20 Feb 2024, 7:00pmProf Mark Lawler delves into the lesser-known medical aspirations of James Joyce and his profound influence on literature,…
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An Introduction to Archaeological Illustration
1.14 KMFri, 16 Feb 2024, 10:00amA brief overview of the history of archaeological illustration will be presented and participants will then access a…
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Athene Donald – Not Just For the Boys: Why We Need More Women in Science
1.14 KMSun, 18 Feb 2024, 6:00pmJoin Dame Athene Donald as she explores the factors that drive women to give up on a career…
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Feeling the Heat: Belfast Heat and Climate Change Walking Tour
1.39 KM15 - 17 Feb 2024Embark on a guided tour exploring Belfast's heat risk, mapped by the Met Office and University of Bristol,…