Get ready, science lovers: New Scientist Live returns to ExCeL London from 18–20 October 2025 for a weekend of wonder, discovery and inspiration.
This year’s festival of ideas is bigger, bolder and more hybrid than ever — with in‑person experiences and talks and streamed content for those who can’t make it to London. From interactive experiences to talks by the best-loved scientists and top academic minds, this inspirational and educational festival promises to showcase the latest breakthroughs, innovations, and discoveries in science and technology. New Scientist Live is for anyone and everyone who is curious about our brains, our bodies, our planet and our universe.
Tickets are available for Saturday or Sunday, or the whole weekend, and if you can’t make it to Excel London, you can join the live stream to ensure you don’t miss out.
What to Expect
✔️Interactive Exhibits & Activities: From live demos to immersive experiences, there will be something for everyone. Curious about quantum computing, climate science, or biology? You're covered.
✔️Top Scientists & Experts: Hear from leading minds: researchers, technologists, science communicators and academics sharing their latest findings.
✔️Themed Stages: Focused tracks including Mind & Body, Universe, Our Planet, Future mean you can dive deep into topics you love.
✔️Schools’ Day: Monday 20 October is dedicated to students and teachers — a chance for young people to engage with science in dynamic, interactive ways.
Speaker Highlights
Across their four main stages, you can explore the biggest questions in science with the minds shaping our world. Venture into the wild with nature experts Chris Packham and Megan McCubbin. Get trusted health insights from leading GPs Dr Amir Khan and Dr Zoe Williams, plus This is going to hurt author Adam Kay. Have your mind boggled with the latest mathematic discoveries from Marcus du Sautoy, and hear from Tim Gregory on taking nuclear in to orbit. Closer to home you can even explore the science of baking with Bake Off finalist Josh Smalley. From human memory to black holes, our world-leading experts will satisfy your curiosity about life, the universe, and our place in it.
Show Floor Experiences - Meet scientists at the forefront of discovery
New Scientist Live is more than just talks! Their expansive show floor showcases the latest research and technology, along with interactive experiences for the entire family.
With over 90 exhibits and features, you can unleash your inner scientist and chat with leading researchers who are shaping our world. From the hospital of the future to powering sustainable cities, they have something for every scientific interest.
Workshops
Step away from the buzz of the main exhibition and into a world of discovery with their brand-new on-site, bookable one-hour workshops. These in-depth, hands-on sessions are your chance to get up close with the science, connect one-to-one with our expert hosts, and explore topics in a more personal way.
Their workshops are:
✔️Interactive & Immersive
✔️Expert-Led
✔️Small Groups, Big Impact: With limited spaces for each session, you’ll enjoy a relaxed, queue-free experience with plenty of time to ask questions and engage.
✔️Plan Your Perfect Day: Book your workshop as a simple add-on to your main ticket and schedule it around the rest of your show experience.
Just click the link to secure your tickets to the world’s greatest festival of ideas and discoveries!
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