EUREKA! Science + Discovery Centre is celebrating Chinese New Year this February half term with a range of activities and workshops.

From February 10 to 25, the science centre will bring in the Lunar New Year with a colourful event that showcases traditions and explores the origins of some of the most vibrant aspects of the celebration.

What’s on?

Show: The Legend of the Monster, Nian

Chinese New Year celebrations are a riot of colour and noise, but where does this come from? Discover the origins of Chinese New Year in storytelling performance and make lots of noise with us to scare off Nian, the legendary monster.

Location: Theatre
Dates/times: Every day, 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00
Length: 20-30 minutes
Capacity: 90 seats in the theatre

Age range: All ages welcome

Animals of the Zodiac Moving Science Workshop with Flux 

Discover the animals of the zodiac in this interactive moving science workshop. Slither, shake, stomp, and spread your wings

Location: MakeCreate
Dates/times: 10 – 14 Feb and 23-25 Feb
11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00
Length: 20-30 minute workshop
Capacity: 20 per session – book on arrival.

Age range: Suitable for 4+

Chinese New Year Crafts 

Get creative in our hands-on arts space and produce your own decorations and masks. Wear the masks and wave the decorations you’ve created during our Dragon Parade and then take them home with you.

Location: Community Space
Dates/times: Every day, drop-in between 10 – 4.

Age range: Most suited for ages 4 – 11 but all ages welcome.

Dragon Dance Workshop

Dragons are legendary animals that are linked to good luck, long life, and wisdom. Learn the art of Chinese Umbrella and Fan dancing, as well as the iconic Dragon dance, in this interactive workshop.

Location: MakeCreate
Dates/times: 15 – 22 Feb inclusive
10:30 / 11:15 / 12:00 / 13:30 / 14:15 / 15:00
Length: 30 minute workshop
Capacity: 20 per session – book on arrival.

Age range: Suitable for all ages, but under 4’s may need extra support

Dragon Parade 

Made a dragon or mask in our arts zone? Join in the main entrance area to parade your creations and make some noise to bring in the new year with good luck.

Location: Hub at the main entrance
Dates/times: Every day, twice per day – listen out for tannoy announcements
Age range: All welcome

Red Envelope Trail 

Red envelopes are a traditional gift during Chinese New Year, symbolising good wishes and luck for the year ahead. Follow the trail around the galleries and get involved in the colourful celebration.

Location: Ask for a trail sheet at info hub
Dates/times: Every day