Glasgow Science Festival 2026

Films, Shows and Workshops

Browse our programme of films, shows and workshops covering topics such as sealife, cocktail making, quizzing and a sustainable festival.

Lady in wheelbarrow being pushed by a man followed by a child
Lady in wheelbarrow being pushed by a man followed by a child

Community: People and Wildlife on the West Coast of Scotland

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:42:00 BST

Talk by a wildlife filmmaker on the relationship between wildlife and the people in these landscapes, University of Glasgow, Thurs 4 June, 7pm to 8pm, No booking required, Free

Illustration of an artist painting on an easel and a person holding a eco sign with wind turbines and trees in the background.
Illustration of an artist painting on an easel and a person holding a eco sign with wind turbines and trees in the background.

Border Thinking

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:42:00 BST

Hear how Postgraduate researchers from the University of Glasgow are using art-based methods to solve global challenges, St Andrews Building, Fri 5 June, 3pm to 5pm, No booking required, Free, 18+

Cartoon dog with thought bubbles coming out of its head. In the background there are some butterflies.
Cartoon dog with thought bubbles coming out of its head. In the background there are some butterflies.

Dogs With Jobs

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:42:00 BST

Discover the science behind making dogs excel, Kelvin Hall, date, Fri 5 June, Booking required, Free

Cartoon image of an array of Zoo animals including lions, elephants and gorillas.
Cartoon image of an array of Zoo animals including lions, elephants and gorillas.

Rediscovering Natural History: From Observation to Citizen Science

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:42:00 BST

Celebrate the Glasgow Natural History Society’s 175th anniversary, University of Glasgow, Sat 6 June, 9am to 5pm, Booking required, Free

Cartoon image of a painter with a mixing board and a canvas showing an image of the Clyde.
Cartoon image of a painter with a mixing board and a canvas showing an image of the Clyde.

Kelvin Hall Autism Friendly Workshop

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:37:00 BST

Family arts and crafts workshop, Kelvin Hall, Sat 6 June, 12noon to 2pm, No booking required, Free

Cartoon image of a tree with mushrooms at the base. In the tree is a bell, a bird and a fish.
Cartoon image of a tree with mushrooms at the base. In the tree is a bell, a bird and a fish.

2601: Future Museum

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:55:00 BST

Future museums tour with The Hunterian, Kelvin Hall, Sat 6 June,1pm to 2pm, Booking required, Free

Cartoon country house with people holding telescopes, robots and magnifying glasses.
Cartoon country house with people holding telescopes, robots and magnifying glasses.

Conviction or Acquittal: The Science of Jury Decision Making

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:42:00 BST

Learn about the science behind juries, Glasgow Caledonian University, Sat 6 June, 11am to 1pm, Booking required, Free,18+

Cartoon image of a hot air balloon shaped like the Moon. A person is in the basket holding a cartoon atom, surrounded by planets, rockets, clouds and stars.
Cartoon image of a hot air balloon shaped like the Moon. A person is in the basket holding a cartoon atom, surrounded by planets, rockets, clouds and stars.

Planetarium Late - Glasgow Science Festival

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:25:00 BST

Astronomy show, Glasgow Science Centre, Sat 6 June, 7pm to 8pm, Booking required, £10, 8+

Cartoon image of the University of Glasgow. In front of this is a cartoon scientist holding DNA and a cartoon woman pointing at an image of lungs.
Cartoon image of the University of Glasgow. In front of this is a cartoon scientist holding DNA and a cartoon woman pointing at an image of lungs.

The Big Science Lunch

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:34:00 BST

The Big Science Lunch at the Byres Community Hub, University of Glasgow, Mon 8 June, 10am to 1pm, Booking required, Free, 16+

Cartoon image of a cinema screen with a large squid and some seals. In front of this is a child on a bike with their father and a woman with a child.
Cartoon image of a cinema screen with a large squid and some seals. In front of this is a child on a bike with their father and a woman with a child.

Glasgow Science Festival & CinemARC - Finding Nemo

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:47:00 BST

Movie screening for the whole family, University of Glasgow, Mon 8 June, 4.15pm to 6pm, Booking required, Free

Cartoon image of a cinema screen with a large squid and some seals. In front of this is a child on a bike with their father and a woman with a child.
Cartoon image of a cinema screen with a large squid and some seals. In front of this is a child on a bike with their father and a woman with a child.

Glasgow Science Festival & CinemARC - It Will Never Work

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:47:00 BST

Movie screening for the whole family, University of Glasgow, Mon 8 June, 5pm to 6pm, Booking required, Free

Illustration of a squid, whale, fish, turtles and a diver in an underwater scene.
Illustration of a squid, whale, fish, turtles and a diver in an underwater scene.

The Future of Oceans

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:42:00 BST

Talk to experts about the future of oceans, University of Glasgow, Mon 8 June, 6.15pm to 7.15pm, Booking required, Free

Cartoon image of whisky barrels and whisky bottles surrounded by question marks.
Cartoon image of whisky barrels and whisky bottles surrounded by question marks.

The Clarence Pub Quiz by Bla's: Glasgow Science Festival Special

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:48:00 BST

Science-themed pub quiz, The Clarence, Mon 8 June, 7pm to 11pm, No booking required, Free, 18+

Cartoon image of a cinema screen with a submarine surrounded by fish. In front of this are two people in lab coats.
Cartoon image of a cinema screen with a submarine surrounded by fish. In front of this are two people in lab coats.

Glasgow Science Festival & CinemARC - Whale Rider

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:47:00 BST

Movie screening, University of Glasgow, Mon 8 June, 7.30pm to 9pm, Booking Required, Free, 12+

Cartoon image of Glasgow City Chambers.
Cartoon image of Glasgow City Chambers.

ARC Conversations: Thriving Glasgow

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:42:00 BST

In conversation with Professor Jaime Toney on civic collaboration, University of Glasgow, Tues 9 June, 4pm to 5pm, Booking required, Free, 16+

Cartoon image of an array of Zoo animals including lions, elephants and gorillas.
Cartoon image of an array of Zoo animals including lions, elephants and gorillas.

How Animals Communicate

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:42:00 BST

Learn how animals communicate, University of Glasgow, Tues 9 June, 6pm to 6.30pm, Booking required, Free

Cartoon image of a painter with a mixing board and a canvas showing an image of the Clyde.
Cartoon image of a painter with a mixing board and a canvas showing an image of the Clyde.

Viewing the Invisible: Live Portrait Painting of a Scientist

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:42:00 BST

Live portrait and talk, University of Glasgow, Tues 9 June, 6pm to 8pm, Booking required, Free

Man looking at phone and man in window holding device.
Man looking at phone and man in window holding device.

Help Make AI Better Today!

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:42:00 BST

Hands-on workshop on participatory AI auditing, University of Glasgow, Tues 9 June, 6.15pm to 7.45pm, Booking required, Free, 16+

Several cartoon robots
Several cartoon robots

Disabled Researchers in AI: Why Diversity and Inclusion Matter

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:42:00 BST

Talk on why including disabled and neurodivergent people in AI research matters, University of Glasgow, Tue 9 June, 6.15pm to 7pm, Booking required, Free, 16+

Cartoon image of the sun and clouds.
Cartoon image of the sun and clouds.

How Dreams Reflect our Emotions

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:42:00 BST

Explore what dreams reveal about real life, University of Glasgow, Tues 9 June, 6.45pm to 7.30pm, Booking required, Free, 16+

Cartoon image of the ARC building with images of muscles, internal organs and skeletons.
Cartoon image of the ARC building with images of muscles, internal organs and skeletons.

Superhero Science

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:42:00 BST

Interactive workshop exploring the science behind superhuman abilities, University of Glasgow, Tues 9 June, 6.30pm to 7.30pm, Booking required, Free

Cartoon image of a man with a magnifying glass searching for bugs. Around him is a pond and various bushes.
Cartoon image of a man with a magnifying glass searching for bugs. Around him is a pond and various bushes.

Microscopic Worlds: Fact and Fantasy

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:42:00 BST

Explore microscopic worlds at the University of Glasgow Zoology Museum, University of Glasgow, Thurs 11 June, 10am to 4pm, No booking required, Free

Cartoon image of two musical notes.
Cartoon image of two musical notes.

Songs from the Cosmos: Sound and Vision Using Muons David Mahon & Lomond Campbell

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:42:00 BST

Performance by nuclear physicist David Mahon and BAFTA-winning artist and musician Lomond Campbell, Kelvin Hall Lecture Theatre, Fri 12 June, 7pm to 8pm, Booking required, Free

Cartoon image of a woman on a chair, in the background is a black hole and on the floor around her are chemical flasks and atoms.
Cartoon image of a woman on a chair, in the background is a black hole and on the floor around her are chemical flasks and atoms.

Science is Magic

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:25:00 BST

Science magic show, Hillhead Library, Sat 13 June, 11am to 12noon, 1pm to 2pm and 3pm to 4pm, No booking required, Free

Cartoon image of the ARC with musical notes.
Cartoon image of the ARC with musical notes.

Dear Green Music Scene

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:42:00 BST

Sustainably powered mini-music festival, University of Glasgow, Sat 13 June, 12.30pm to 6.30pm, Booking required, Free

Cartoon image of the ARC with musical notes.

Dear Green Music Scene