See and do

For one night only, comedy and consoles collide for an evening of laughs and levelling-up.

Play your way through 160 consoles, hundreds of video games and five decades of gaming history. 

Visit our bold and thought-provoking gallery to explore the role mathematics has played in building our world.

Come face-to-face with a full-size engineering model of BepiColombo, the European Space Agency’s first ever spacecraft to explore Mercury.

Take an immersive 360° virtual reality trip through space with astronaut Tim Peake as your guide.

This exhibition gives a unique glimpse into the AI-driven tech that could shape the habits, behaviour and society of tomorrow. 

Explore six zones filled with objects, interactive and digital experiences that celebrate over 200 years of communication and information technology.

Experience the thrill of flying with the RAF Red Arrows in this sensational simulator.

Astronights is a special overnight event for 7–11-year-olds, featuring exciting workshops and shows, an IMAX film, and a sleepover at the Science Museum.

Have a go at becoming a Teddy bear doctor in this workshop for children under six.