Discover Festival
Bringing our world-leading research to life
Discover Festival offers a vibrant programme of free, hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity, raise awareness of higher education, and support young people’s aspirations. Delivered by Newcastle University academics and researchers, the event brings real-world research to life through engaging, accessible experiences across a wide range of subjects.
Students will benefit from a highly interactive environment, with opportunities to experiment, create, and problem-solve through workshops, demonstrations, and drop-in sessions. Hosted across the campus, the festival also gives groups a valuable chance to explore a university setting, helping demystify higher education and inspire future pathways.
What's on?
There are over 60 activities and experiences available, covering a wide range of academic subjects, including:
- Flight Simulator Experience
- DNA Extraction Workshop
- Inflatable Planetarium Show
- Build & Race LEGO Vehicles
- Art & Printmaking Workshops
How to take part
Use the link below to explore the full range of activities and register for festival updates.
What about school groups?
We welcome school groups to the Discover Festival. However, please bear in mind that some of the activities require booking and have limited availability, see the event listings for more info.
We are also able to support with travel costs for state school group bookings, to discuss this opportunity, follow the link below to find out more.