Families

New Exhibition - Curious Universe: Cosmic Titans

1 May - 20 September 2026
Part of our new, Curious Universe series, Cosmic Titans is a touring exhibition where art and science combine to untap our imagination and explore the quantum universe!

Dome Show - One Step Beyond: A Journey to Mars

16 May - 13 September 2026
From rocket launch to life aboard a spacecraft, explore NASA’s cutting-edge Artemis programme and the search for life beyond Earth as humanity prepares for its next big journey – Mars!…

Dome Show: Ted's Space Adventure

16 May - 13 September 2026
Join Ted and Plant for a sing-along adventure across the Solar System. Packed with music and rhyme, this show is a perfect introduction to the planets for little astronauts aged 2-5. - Weekends at 10.15

New Dome Show - Supermassive Black Holes: Uncovering the Invisible

16 May - 13 September 2026
Journey to the heart of a black hole in this latest Space Dome Show, combining state-of-the art observations and innovative simulations to turn complex astrophysics into an awe-inspiring…

New Dome Show: Niyah and The Multiverse

16 May - 13 September 2026
If there are countless other universes out there, where does Niyah fit in? Embark on an immersive Space Dome adventure as Niyah comes face-to-face with her grown-up self, an astrophysicist…

May half term at Jodrell Bank!

23 - 31 May 2026
Let the fun begin with loads of activities as part of our Curious Universe series! From shadow theatre and bubble play, to new immersive films in the Space Dome and short talks - there's something for every explorer!

Lovell Lecture - Antimatter Matters: The Large Hadron Collider Experiment at CERN

4 June 2026
Part of our Curious Universe series, Professor Chris Parkes explains why antimatter matters in this Lovell Lecture exploring the world’s most powerful particle accelerator: CERN’s Large Hadron Collider.

Tasting Children's Literature - An Edible Readathon

10:00 - 11:00 11 June 2026
Join us for a family-friendly, immersive session exploring foods in children's literature. From the apple that Snow White should not have bitten and the drink that makes Alice’s trip…

Universally Manchester Festival

11:00 - 16:30 13 June 2026
Our free Universally Manchester Festival returns with fun activities for all! Join us on Saturday 13 June, 11am - 4:30pm for a day of inspiration, curiosity and play. Get hands-on…

Theatre Performance: SELENE

19:30 - 21:30 27 June 2026
Discover the Goddess of the Moon in this captivating retelling from award-winning storytellers Wright & Grainger, as Selene explores growing up, embracing light and dark, and navigating…

Dog friendly day: Tails and Telescopes

28 June - 6 September 2026
Enjoy a little green space amidst outer space with a dog walk at Jodrell Bank! Bring your four-legged friend for a scenic stroll through the beautiful countryside grounds in these special…

Theatre performance: Life Out There - Ransack Theatre

11 July 2026
When something goes wrong in the silence of space, a misfit crew of astronauts must decide how to survive and what future is worth chasing across the galaxy… A thrilling adventure in the Space Dome from Ransack Theatre.

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Jodrell Bank

Martin Harris Centre

John Rylands Research Institute and Library

Manchester Museum

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