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On Saturday 28 June 2025, prepare for lift-off! Ushaw is blasting into orbit for a one-day cosmic celebration of science, space and summer fun like no other. Whether you’re a mini astronaut, seasoned stargazer, or just curious about the cosmos – this is your launchpad to adventure.
Out-of-this-World Activities Include:
Installation about NASA’s Artemis Programme
Step inside an interactive NASA Space Grant experience and discover how humans are heading back to the Moon – and beyond!
Rocket Launches
Yes – real rocket launches. Watch the countdown and see mini-rockets soar into the sky!
Live Experiments with Durham University Scientists
Sparks, bangs, and plenty of brainpower – science gets spectacular.
Planetarium Shows
Lie back and take a guided tour of the stars inside our inflatable dome.
Astronaut Training Camp
Balance, agility and bravery required – train like a space explorer.
Work in Space: Careers Zone
Discover how you (or your little ones) could land a job in the cosmos.
Space Costume Contest
Dress to impress – aliens, astronauts, galaxies and glitter welcome. Prizes up for grabs!
Summer Fair Games – with a Galactic Twist
Classic games get a cosmic upgrade. Ever tried space ring toss?
Black Holes & Marshmallows
Sit by the fire, toast a marshmallow, and ask an actual astrophysicist your burning space question.
Climb Olympus Mons
Take on the tallest mountain in the solar system… well, our version of it!
Make Your Own Galaxy
Use our arcade-style machine to build your own glittering universe.
Explore the Cosmos in VR
Strap in for a 360° virtual journey through space and time.
Immersive Installations
Step inside imaginative, interactive worlds inspired by the mysteries of space.
Space Parliament
Got big ideas about black holes, aliens, or time travel? Join the debate in our ‘Space Parliament’.
Travel Through a Wormhole
Can you find the portal to another dimension?
For Our Youngest Earthlings:
Toddler Physics Soft Play Zone
Face Painting & Balloon Modelers
Hidden Crashed UFO Hunt – can you find where it landed?
Entry to Big Bang: A Summer Space Day is free with Membership or Day Pass, save when you book online!
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Find out what’s happening this week across the Culture County. From festivals and exhibitions, to sport and theatre, you’re certain to have an eventful time in Durham.
