Edinburgh Science Festival
Exploring the theme Going Global, Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 will showcase the research and innovation created through international partnerships that address shared challenges!
About Edinburgh Science Festival
| 4th Apr 2026 to 19th Apr 2026 | |
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| Various Locations Edinburgh | |
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Science is more than knowledge – it’s a shared pursuit that transcends borders, uniting people, ideas, and discoveries in a global endeavour to create a future that’s fairer, healthier and sustainable for all.
Exploring the theme Going Global, Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 will showcase the research and innovation created through international partnerships that address shared challenges, directly aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The Festival will highlight Scotland’s contribution to scientific advances through research, innovation and its extraordinary people.
Inspiring curiosity since 1989
The Edinburgh Science Festival began 35 years ago as the world’s first public celebration of science and technology as a Festival, and continues to take places annually over the Easter holidays.
Celebrating the wonders of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), the Festival programme includes explosive shows and hands-on activities for families and engaging talks and immersive experiences for adults.
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Other Events at Various Venues or Edinburgh Science Festival
Edinburgh Science Festival: An Evening with Astronaut Helen Sharman
In this special event join Helen Sharman, the first British astronaut, as she shares her unique, personal experiences from her historic 1991 mission aboard the Mir space station.
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Hamza Yassin’s Adventures in Nature
Hamza Yassin, everyone's favourite wildlife cameraman, returns to the Edinburgh Science Festival to share stories from his adventures!
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