Edinburgh Science Festival

Edinburgh Science Festival - 30 March to 14 April 2024

The Edinburgh Science Festival is a celebration of science, taking place from 30 March – 14 April, where you can immerse yourself in a two–week science extravaganza! The festival will bring science to life through an exciting array of events, workshops, shows, and talks for all ages.

Of course, at Euan’s Guide, we’re interested in sharing the disabled access information. The Edinburgh Science Festival’s website has a section dedicated to access, which includes a BSL-interpreted synopsis of the events taking place. The Festival’s access page also has information on the different venues and accessible toilets, including Changing Places toilets.

What can you expect at the Edinburgh Science Festival? Well, this year’s festival explores the theme ‘Shaping the Future’, showcasing some of the cutting-edge science that can help us create a future that is sustainable, accessible and equal for all.

Explore how biomaterials may be the sustainable solution to combat overconsumption in the Growing Home exhibition, learn how Artificial Intelligence can be used ethically to make our lives easier and take part in workshops and activities that prove science is for everyone!

The programme caters to a wide range of interests, ensuring that there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re a science enthusiast, a curious mind, a creative or a family looking for an educational adventure, the Edinburgh Science Festival promises amazing and interactive experiences at various venues across the city of Edinburgh.

We were really pleased to learn that the Edinburgh Science Festival’s mission is to make science accessible and enjoyable for all. Don’t forget to leave us a review if you go along!

Tickets are on sale and can be booked at www.sciencefestival.co.uk or by calling 0131 553 0320

Essentials

Edinburgh Science Festival – Programme 2024

City Art Centre Social Story

Accessibility Information

Accessibility Resources

Sensory Backpacks

Sensory backpacks are created to help provide a more enjoyable experience for anyone in need of some extra support. Backpacks will be available to collect from the Box Office at City Art Centre. These may be collected ahead of your visit, please phone our box office on 0131 553 0320 to arrange this.
Sensory backpacks are also available from the Tower Entrance and from the Main Entrance Information Desk at the National Museum of Scotland.

Ear Defenders

Ear defenders in both adult and child sizes are available from the box office desk at the City Art Centre, where they will be signed out to each participant and then returned at the end of your visit.
Ear defenders are included in the sensory backpacks at the National Museum of Scotland which can be collected from the Tower Entrance and Main Entrance Information Desk.

Quiet Space

Our quiet space is located on the fourth floor of City Art Centre, and is a space designed for children and young people to take a break from the busyness of the activity in the building, especially those with sensory issues, who may be overstimulated.
In the quiet room you will find fidget toys, soft toys, books and games as well as low level lighting and a black out tent designed for children to take a break to decompress while visiting us at the festival.
All children must be supervised by an adult at all times and the quiet space will be monitored hourly by the Science Festival team