Family Fun Day

Family Fun Day: Lights, camera, action!

Join us for a fun day of activities all about the science of film and theatre.

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Join our volunteers, scientists and researchers from across the STEM subjects as they dive into the world of theatre and film. Explore how to create amazing special effects, develop photographic film and create your own holographic illusion.

Discover how science and art collide in this fun and interactive day and how we wouldn’t be able to enjoy our theatre, tv shows or films without those working in STEM.

About Family Fun Days

Family Fun Days are suitable for children aged 7–12, though older and younger siblings are very welcome. All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and those aged 4 and above need a ticket to attend.

Entrance for Ri Young Members is free, but you do need to pre-book your free ticket.

All activities and talks run throughout the day, giving you plenty of time to see all the talks and try out all the activities. There is sometimes a queue when we first open, so you might find it easier to arrive a little later. Most people stay for about two hours, but you're welcome to stay as long as you like.

Our Café will be open, and will be selling hot and cold drinks, sandwiches and snacks. There is also a picnic room, if you are bringing your own lunch with you and a quiet break room.

By booking to attend events at the Royal Institution, you confirm that you have read and accept the Ri's event terms and conditions. You also agree to abide by our code of conduct, and help to create a great experience for yourself and your fellow participants. 

Accessibility

The event will take place on the first floor and there is step-free access from the street via lift.

The closest underground station is Green Park, which is step-free.

There is space at floor level in the theatre for wheelchair users.

Seating is usually unreserved for our events. If you and your group require seating reservations, please do let us know by emailing us at events@ri.ac.uk, and we’ll be more than happy to help.

Carers can receive a free ticket to an event by emailing events@ri.ac.uk.

Our theatre is equipped with an Audio Induction Loop. 

Event terms and conditions