Families can get stuck into hands-on fun activities this February half-term in Newcastle
February Half-Term 2025!
There's loads going on over the holidays in Newcastle!
Become a human guinea pig with Medical Mavericks, vote for your favourite science demos in a spectacular live show, and tour the universe in Just Look Up.
Plus! Get hands-on in the Experiment Zone, explore a recycled infinity room, and create a mechanical creation to take home in The Making Studios.
There's loads going on over the holidays in Newcastle!
February half-term highlights
- Enjoy sparkles and surprises, the risk of someone getting wet and an incredible finale with our best bits from the past 25 years in a spectacular live science show.
- Tour the night skies in a presenter-led fulldome show, before zooming out to see amazing galaxies. Explore the beauty and wonder of our universe – all you need to do is Just Look Up.
- Make and take home your own mechanical cardboard creation in the Making Studios.
- Discover why “Every Can Counts” in an immersive infinity room!
- Examine your own eyebrow hairs, explore how different materials trap heat, or experiment with the density of seawater in the Experiment Zone (age 7+).
Included in your ticket
On now
Little Bear: 360° immersive dome show
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 10 minutes
On now
Brain Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Experiment Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ only
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Hello World
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Play Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Our Planet Earth – Gaia
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 10 minutes
On now
Creativity Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Space Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Set aside about 1 hour
On now
Pop-up Play Stations and Discovery Backpacks
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Wow Zone
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 45 minutes
On now
The Making Studios
Included in science centre ticket
Age 5+ recommendation
Set aside about 30 minutes
On now
Science Now! Hub: Growing our Future
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
On now
Top 10 Live Science Show
Included in science centre ticket
Age 5+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
On now
Constellation Close Up: Planetarium Show
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
On now
‘Every Can Counts’ Infinity Room
Included in science centre ticket
Perfect for everyone
Until 31 October 2025
On now
Play Rebellion
Included in science centre ticket
All ages
Saturday 12 April – Sunday 27 April
Coming soon
Earth Defenders! 360° immersive dome show
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 25 minutes
Take a look around
Life is home to the North's largest planetarium, which hosts a range of exciting shows.
Get crafty in the Making Studios, with a changing programme of hands-on activities.
In Brain Zone, step into an optical illusion and interact with exhibits that challenge the mind!
In the Experiment Zone, carry our practical experiments using real tools and materials.
Let your little ones explore a fascinating world designed just for them in Play Zone.
Watch shows on the Sphere, a digital globe displaying planetary satellite imagery.
Café and gift shop
Catering for hungry bellies
Check out the new look Times Square Café Bar for a selection of tasty drinks and snacks. Don’t forget, Members get discounts! Alternatively, you are more than welcome to bring your own packed lunch.
Take home a memento of your vist
A visit to Life wouldn’t be complete without exploring our selection of science kits, toys, books, souvenirs and gifts to suit all ages and budgets
Getting here
Life is located in Times Square, just a two minute walk form Newcastle Central train and Metro station.
Science centre map
View our science centre map to get a feel for what to expect.
Group visits
Life is a great place for groups of all sizes to spend a day and take part in some fun science activities! If you’re bringing 20 people or more, it’s best to book in advance.
School visits
Life offers exciting workshops and science centre visits for school groups from Key Stage 1-4.
Contact us
Have a question about the science centre? Our team would be happy to help.
