A candle infused with 23 unique scents from space – including ‘burnt gunpowder’ for the moon and an ‘old penny’ for Mars – will be burnt at the finale of this major new exhibition at The Lowry.
Free entry
Explore the science behind scent by meeting perfume makers who explain how chemicals are used to create different, multi-layered fragrances. Find your individual scent and visit sensory stations to identify your favourite smells.
From £15.00
What does it take to fall in love? Is it simply a matter of finding the right person, or is there a scientific explanation for what brings two people together? Take part in an experiment over dinner to see whether you can fall in love during the Festival.
30 for two
Once the preserve of science fiction, virtual reality has now taken the world by storm. See how this truly immersive experience is being used and try out different virtual reality devices to see what the future holds.
Free entry
See the natural delights of our planet in a “forest of curiosity”. Build lego robots, experience life among living machines and have a go at many, exciting hands-on activities for all ages in this interactive journey of discovery.
Free entry
The world premiere of a new exhibition asks, how would you feel if you could see the effect of our actions on the environment in vivid technicolour?
Free entry
This cabaret-style show explores the different scientific aspects of gambling, from the probability of winning to the reliability of luck. Casino Royale-style black-tie dress is optional but warmly encouraged.
From £12
MSF celebrates its 10th birthday this year. Grab a slice of cake and help us celebrate as we look at the science behind birthday parties, from the psychology of clowns, the maths of cake cutting and the fluid dynamics of chocolate fountains.
Free entry
If you love gin, you will love this. Experience the biology of taste and talk about chemical processes including distillation, infusion and the impact of water. Taste-buds will very much be needed for this great evening.
From £20.00
Watch as Manchester’s Robot Orchestra perform the world premiere of several exciting new pieces written specially for this hybrid and unique mix of recycled junk-built robot players and professional human musicians including flautist Gavin Osborne.
Free entry
The UK premiere of this visual art installation by Loop.pH – a public sleep lab hung with swings designed to help foster better sleep patterns. Best of all, it’s in the Manchester Arndale…
Free entry
An exhibition of work by Manchester School of Art’s talented art, design, media and landscape architecture students that celebrates the outcomes of their studies and work as creative practitioners. Free entry
