The Edinburgh Science Festival is a celebration of science, taking place from 5 – 20 April where you can immerse yourself in a two–week science extravaganza! The Festival will bring science to life through an exciting programme 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 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 Spaceship Earth, showcasing some of the cutting-edge science that can help us create a future that is sustainable, accessible and equal for all.
Explore what life is like on board the International Space Station in our Spaceship Earth exhibition, learn how these groundbreaking innovations could be used here on Earth to ensure the planet is thriving, and take part in workshops and activities that prove science is for all!
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.edinburghscience.co.uk . If you need to book a complimentary Personal Assistant ticket or wheelchair space, please email
or call 0131 553 0320.
Accessibility Resources
Quiet Space
Our quiet space is located on the third 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 always supervised by an adult and the quiet space will be monitored hourly by the Science Festival team
Sensory backpack
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 for DiscoveryLab at City Art Centre. These may be collected ahead of your visit, please email boxoffice@scifest.co.uk or 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 between 10am-5pm.
Ear Defenders
Ear defenders in both adult and child sizes are available from the box office desk for DiscoveryLab 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 between 10am-5pm.
At our event Spaceship Earth After Hours in the Grand Gallery of the National Museum of Scotland, we will have ear defenders for adults and inner ear plugs available from the Science Festival team.
Family-Friendly Performances
All our family-friendly shows are designed to be flexible. You’re welcome to come and go as needed, and the spaces will not be in full blackout. If you have any specific accessibility requirements, please let us know—we’re happy to help.
