Perfect for rainy days, sunny days and the “what can we do today?” days. Book your Techniquest summer visit 😎

It’s Friendship Day ♥️ Why not grab a mate and come and play? Open 10am–5pm every day this summer!

A brand new live science show, you say?  Battle of the Bangs starts THIS SATURDAY — expect lots of noise, lots of fun, and general chaos (plus perhaps learning a thing or two!) Book alongside your general admission ticket 🎟️

Parents! This summer, let the kids slime to their heart's content (without the mess at home..) Will it be sticky or fluffy? Sparkly or gross? 👧🏻 Ages 5+ 🎟️ £5 per kit per child Book now https://www.techniquest.org/events/the-slime-lab/

Psst! Did you miss it? You can visit Techniquest for less this summer 😎 Because of the Great British Summer Savings Scheme (backed by UK Gov), full day tickets are from £11.93 until 2 September! And don’t forget, our A-Mazing Summer launches this weekend 11-12 July 🙌

Last chance to enjoy Techniquest without the big kids for a while! 📚 Star Stories in the Planetarium will be all about everyone’s favourite colourful elephant, Elmer 🐘 🎵 And we’ll have music fun with Monkey Music! Can’t wait to see you there 🫶 9am–4pm

Who doesn’t love a school trip to Techniquest? 🚌 Our schedule for Autumn Term 2026 has now been released, so teachers, why not take a look and book in your trip? 😄 https://www.techniquest.org/education/school-trips/

We’re delighted to be part of the Great British Summer Savings Scheme, making your summer trip to Techniquest even BETTER value for money 🙌 Book your visit between today, 25 June and 1 September and enjoy savings equivalent to the VAT on every ticket purchased. #GreatBritishSummer

Thanks to all the dads for being there to guide and inspire — oh, and to help build really cool things in the Create & Shape Zone! 😄 Open all day today 10am–5pm! Come and make some memories. Book at techniquest.org 🎟️

Here’s a throwback of old favourite ‘Head on a Plate’ and we are excited to announce that a new version of it will be with us this summer ☀️ Book now for summer - launch weekend 11/12 July 🎟️ www.techniquest.org

✨ Brand new exhibit coming soon: Northern Lights ✨ Can you create your own aurora? Tickets now on sale for summer holidays 🎟️

Happy #WorldOceansDay 🌊 For more fun science facts and hands-on learning, why not visit this weekend 😀 Book at techniquest.org

Home Ed day is next Wednesday 10 June, and everyone’s favourite live science show ‘Animals and their Habitats’ will be showing 🦁🐍 as well as lab workshop ‘Water’s Going On?' 💦 Tell a friend and book now: https://www.techniquest.org/events/home-educator-session/

Tickets for our A-Mazing Summer are now on sale ☀️🫶 And we are thrilled to announce we have some exciting new exhibits coming for you to enjoy through the Summer season… Including fan faves ‘Mirror Maze’ and ‘Head on a Plate’ and a whole range of musical exhibits exploring the science of sound 🙌

📸 Techniquest staff from 1988 Are you, or anyone you know in this photo? Let us know 👇 (and don’t forget to share your special memories with us for our 40th year celebrations!)

Happy Pride month 🏳️‍🌈 Who’s coming to @pridecymru.bsky.social on 13th and 14th June? We’re so excited to be there again this year, we can’t wait 😛 Book tickets at pridecymru.com 🎫 #CardiffPride #PrideCymru

There’s something for everyone this month 👇 👶 Toddler Day: Fri 5 June (9am–4pm) 💤 Relaxed Session: Sun 7 June (10am–12pm) 🧑‍🧑‍🧒 Home Ed Day: Wed 10 June ✏️ NEW Create & Shape Zone 🧪 Colourful Chemistry live science show 🫧 Bath Bomb lab workshop 🧸 Little Bear planetarium show (under 7s) 🪐 Star Tours (7+)

Toddler Day: one week to go 🫶 Join us at the new earlier start of 9am on Friday 5 June for storytelling under the stars and free rein of the exhibit floor! Monkey music will also be with us throughout the day 🎵 Book ahead! Under 3s go free 🌞

E=TQ² : anyone remember this original billboard promoting the ‘new' Techniquest? Can you name the YEAR? 👇 #TechniquestAt40

Heatwave getting to you? 🥵 Come and cool off in the hurricane 🌀 (oh, and we have air con too) #HalfTerm #WhatsOnInCardiff

Visiting us this week? Make sure you check out our new air-conditioned Create & Shape zone on the second floor! Where will your creativity lead you? 🧩🧱✏️ #HalfTerm

Half term plans? If you have curious minds at home, come along to Techniquest! Here’s what’s on 👇 🛁 Make your own Bath Bomb in the Lab 💥 Bubbles & Blasts Live Science Show 🧸 Little Bear Planetarium Show for under-7s 💫 Star Tours Planetarium Show for 7+

We are celebrating a big birthday this year and need your help 🎂 For 40 years, Techniquest has inspired curious minds, including our own Director of Experiences, Gareth! (pic. middle) What’s your favourite memory of visiting as a child?  Drop your memories in the comments 👇 #TechniquestAt40

Exciting news! @techniquest.org is now a Litter Picking Hub🙌 You can now borrow FREE kit💚 Plus, they’re hosting the Climate Challenge Cymru Awards this June 🏆- we’re so excited! Borrow kit today 👉 bit.ly/3NDukC4

Litter Picking Hubs - Keep Wales Tidy

we have over 200 Litter Picking Hubs across Wales offering all the equipment you need to carry out a safe clean-up in your local area.

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To celebrate our 40th year, we are offering the Techniquest Premium Annual Pass at 40% off but only until 6 May! Visit any time, all year round — no limits! Read all about it and purchase here 👇 https://www.techniquest.org/visit/annual-pass/ #AnnualPass #PremiumPass

Who cares about science? This is the question we'll be discussing at the ASDC Conference 2026, 14th-15th October @techniquest.org, Wales. Join STEM education specialists, public engagement professionals, sci-comms, researchers, industry leaders & funders #ASDC26 sciencecentres.org.uk/asdc-nationa...

It’s Earth Day 🌱 We are committed to reducing our environmental impact and inspiring planet-friendly choices. To find out how, visit our sustainability page here:

Sustainability • Techniquest

We embed sustainability in everything we do. We make responsible choices, advocate for climate education, and continually learn how we can do better.

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Have you seen our super-fun, high-energy show, Colourful Chemistry yet? ⚛️ Watch a LIVE exothermic reaction as we create the explosive ‘elephant’s toothpaste’ 🐘🦷 And find out how different coloured fireworks are made 🎆 Don’t miss it! https://www.techniquest.org/events/colourful-chemistry/

🚨 New Ticket Alert 🚨 Time to get some spring plans in the diary, and secure your spot for May half-term through to early July ✏️ Ants, water-play, giant slide, hurricanes and so much more! Learning through play – what more could you wish for? Book now: techniquest.org

April Toddler Day is almost here (with the earlier opening time of 9am!) 🕘 Join us for a magical day designed for little explorers! Under 3s entry is FREE and for just £2 per child, your toddler can enjoy a cosy storytelling session inside our snug Planetarium, followed by an adventure into space 🪐