Hands-On Science at Universitat de Barcelona
What you need to know
- Kids have access to an interesting setting, topics, and experts
- Hands-on workshops mean kids actually do experiments, not just watch from a distance.
- Twelfth year running; the university has the logistics down for crowds and activity flow.
About
The UB Science Festival brings university research to life with workshops, demonstrations, and hands-on activities where you can touch, observe, and learn about topics like DNA sequencing, artificial intelligence, marine environments, and archeology. Researchers explain their work in an accessible way, making complex science tangible and engaging for both children and adults. Best of all, admission is completely free.
Where it is
Nearby playgrounds
Resources
Common questions
What else is on this weekend
See all events →More family picks, Friday to Sunday.
Movie
One week only: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in English
Daily Aug 28 - Sep 3 · €8-10
Festival
Three Last Kid Moments Before Sants Packs Up
Through Aug 30 · Free
Performance
Canticuénticos: 18 Years of Argentine Kids' Hits
Sun Aug 30 · €18.50
Festival
Free VALORANT Tournament with Cosplay, Art, and Food Trucks
Through Aug 30 · Free
Workshop
Wooden Games Teach Prehistory at the MAC
Multiple Dates Jul-Aug · €2 (includes museum entry)