Discovery Day
Discovery Day is your chance to explore science and research in fun, hands-on ways – all for free!
Come along to a free day of wonder, fun and discovery in central Bristol.
You’ll find dozens of interactive stalls and activities from the Universities of Bristol and Bath, designed to spark curiosity and invite you to explore everything from quantum science to medieval maps, robots to theatre costumes, and climate craftivism to disgust and the gut-brain connection.
- Print with Lego, hunt like a bat, test your yoga flexibility, or build your own soft robot.
- Try fairground-style games to learn about allergies, design the vehicle of the future, or meet the ‘snot monsters’ in a fast-paced card game about stopping disease outbreaks.
- Explore how we might use AI as a ‘Smart Helper’, uncover the secrets of the placenta, and find out who really owns a present in “Unwrapping the Law”.
Discovery Talks
A programme of short, family-friendly talks from some of our amazing researchers. No booking required, first come first seated:
Everyday Miracles: The Magic of the Human Body – Dr Dan Baumgardt reveals the astonishing daily feats inside us all.
Bug Talk! The Secret Sounds of Insects – Anza Simon uncovers the hidden world of insect conversations.
A (very) Short History of Your Amazing Brain – Paul Howard-Jones takes you on a whirlwind journey through the evolution of brains.
This is a rare chance to meet the people behind world-changing research, ask questions, and try things out for yourself.
Please note:
This event takes place on the second floor of We The Curious, in the dedicated events space. A ticket to Discovery Day does not give entry to We The Curious’s permanent exhibition floors. Tickets for We The Curious can be purchased separately by visiting www.wethecurious.org
Practical information
Refreshments are available for purchase in the We The Curious cafe and in neighbouring Millenium Square. You are welcome to bring your own food and drink to consume at the event, and the open air terraces on the second floor will be available for you to enjoy if you need a pit stop, or just a quiet moment and a bit of fresh air.
A buggy park and unstaffed cloakroom will be available at the venue.