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The Ri is closed for two weeks in the daytime from Monday 27 July to Sunday 9 August (inclusive) for refurbishment works. Our planned ticketed events will run as usual. 

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CERN colourful traces of Higgs and electrons

An introduction to particle physics 2026 (short course)

Mon 26 Oct 2026 - Mon 30 Nov 2026

Physicist Harry Cliff presents a 6-part introduction to particle physics

An introduction to particle physics 2026 (short course) Book now
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Dark cloud and thunder storm over the ocean
Talks and shows

The new normal: how weather whiplash is shaping our lives

Mon 16 Nov 2026

A series of three enlightening short talks uncovering the technology helping us overcome the severe impacts of changing weather

The new normal: how weather whiplash is shaping our lives Book now
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Quantum computer core
Talks and shows

How to grow a quantum computer

Sat 14 Nov 2026

What could replace silicon in the quantum age? Theoretical physicist Felix Flicker explores the remarkable materials powering

How to grow a quantum computer Book now
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Neutron stars merging forming gravitational waves
Talks and shows

The Einstein Telescope: Discovery and diplomacy

Mon 02 Nov 2026

Theoretical physicist, and President-elect of the International Science Council, Robbert Dijkgraaf explores what makes the

The Einstein Telescope: Discovery and diplomacy Book now
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Ri building in spooky dark clouds and bats
Talks and shows

ShRIek: The spooky science of the paranormal

Sat 31 Oct 2026

Join Steve McNeil and Michael Cutts for a uniquely creepy and mystifying evening, as they use Victorian scientific equipment to

ShRIek: The spooky science of the paranormal Book now
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Star Trek insignia
Talks and shows

The science of Star Trek

Sat 12 Sep 2026

Celebrate 60 years of Star Trek as Jamie Gallagher and host of speakers delve into the real science behind the show

The science of Star Trek Book now
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Presenter is exploding a pumpkin
Family Fun Day

Family Fun Day: Spooky science

Sat 24 Oct 2026

This Halloween themed Family Fun Day invites you to explore the eerie side of science through hands-on experiments, exciting

Family Fun Day: Spooky science Book now
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Presenter with a plume of smoke in front of them
Talks and shows

ShRIek: The spooky science of the paranormal (family)

Sat 31 Oct 2026

Join Steve McNeil and Michael Cutts for a uniquely creepy and mystifying evening, as they use Victorian scientific equipment to

ShRIek: The spooky science of the paranormal (family) Book now
In-person
Light shining through a prism and splitting into a rainbow
Talks and shows

Prism break (family)

Sat 03 Oct 2026

A colourful science show breaking the boundaries of visible light. Get ready to see familiar phenomena in a whole new light as

Prism break (family) Book now
In-person
Three people standing in front of Faraday desk in Ri Theatre
Talks and shows

An Evening of Unnecessary Detail

Sat 24 Oct 2026

They're back! Join Festival of the Spoken Nerd and friends for an evening of science, songs, stand-up maths and more.

An Evening of Unnecessary Detail Book now

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