Nottinghamshire Festival of Science and Curiosity 2026 at Inspire Libraries

Monday 9 - Friday 20 February 2026

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A programme of free, hands-on activities to pique your family’s curiosity. 

Nottingham Festival of Science and Curiosity celebrates Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths with interactive, fun and free events across Nottinghamshire.

Inspire Libraries are delighted to be hosting a selection of FREE events as part of this year's festival during February half-term. 

For children aged 5 - 11 and their families. 

The full festival programme will be available on the Nottinghamshire Festival of Science and Curiosity website.   Workshops and events will be available to book in January.

Events in Inspire Libraries

Mansfield Central Library: Science Fun Day - Monday 16 February, 10am - 2pm - Drop-in Activities, no need to book

Lots more workshops still be announced.

About the Festival of Science and Curiosity

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The festival is produced by local education charity Ignite!, in collaboration with a wide range of partners across Nottinghamshire. Every February they create opportunities for local people to engage with science and research and express their curiosity.

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