Science Cafes are an informal opportunity to explore the latest ideas in science and technology. Rather than a long lecture, you can expect a lively, two-way conversation with a researcher - over a drink or two!
Everyone is welcome to come and express their views or just enjoy a drink and listen. No scientific knowledge is needed to take part - just bring your curiosity, and maybe your own bottle of choice.
A selection of light refreshments will be available in return for a donation on the night, or you are welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks with you.
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The SUN is an awe inspiring 3D recreation of the Sun. Created by public artist Alex Rinsler and Professor Robert Walsh , professor of Astrophysics at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), the Sun is making its debut at the STEAM museum in Swindon, from the 13th- 19th February 2023 as part of the Festival of Tomorrow.
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'Stories written in stardust' is a free, bookable, immersive art exhibition created by local artist, Harrie Dearing, using projection mapping technology
The experience is hosted in the atmospheric small pool of the historic Health Hydro in Swindon as part of the Festival of Tomorrow About Town programme during February half-term.
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Find our space-themed AR models hidden around Swindon, as part of our 2023 Festival of Tomorrow programme!
Find out moreWhat message would you send to World leaders at COP26?
We teamed up with Swindon Junior Street Reps University of Bath PhD students to create three films on what they want to see in Swindon and the UK to tackle global warming, during the COP26 conference in Glasgow.
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We teamed up with Jon Chase, science rapper, and the Institute of Physics, to challenge young people in Swindon to tell us what they want science to tackle for their future.
They could rap, sing, present, perform a demo or tell a story. No powerpoint allowed, just them and something they were passionate about. Jon picked his favourite, which was streamed live at the online Festival of Tomorrow in 2021.
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If you have a passion for sharing knowledge and sparking curiosity, the organisers of Swindon’s Festival of Tomorrow would like to hear from you!
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Offering a range of activities around Swindon Town from 13-19 February, the Festival starts off with fun and breathtaking displays right across the town, before heading to the Deanery Academy, Swindon for the grand finale of explosive shows, talks, panels and exhibitors.
All Festival activities around Town are free for everyone.
For the full round up, check out the range of Festival of Tomorrow About Town events and activities here!
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We were excited to hear that Libby Jackson, Head of Space Exploration at the UK Space Agency, was given an OBE this month! Libby’s a regular guest at the Festival of Tomorrow and gave a brilliant session for our 2021 online Schools’ Programme.
Based right here in Swindon, Libby looks after everything the UK does with human spaceflight.
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