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A young astronaut gazes up at the night sky to see Santa and his sleigh pulled by reindeer racing past the stars

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Santa's Galactic Grotto

Special event, ticket required

Age: All Ages
Length: 60 mins + Full Science Mall Day Entry
Location: The Planetarium
Dates available: 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20 & 21 December

Embark on an unforgettable festive space adventure at Glasgow Science Centre. Journey through the stars in our Planetarium, help search the galaxy for Santa, then enjoy a magical family meeting with the man himself.

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A person in silhouette is circled by a swirling rainbow of light

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Science Lates - Illuminate

Age: Adults only
Length: 240 mins
Location: Science Mall
Dates available: 6pm, 12 December

Don your sparkles, bring the light of your life, and join us at Science Lates for a dazzling evening of fun.

Book event tickets

A mother and child dressed in hats and scarves reach up towards Christmas lights and a snowflake

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Winter Events

Special event, ticket required

Age: All Ages
Location: Glasgow Science Centre
Dates available: Various

Whether you're enjoying a magical day with the family, planning a memorable night out, or searching for a gift that's a little different, you'll find plenty to discover at Glasgow Science Centre this winter.

Light Up Your Winter

Glasgow Science Centre

The Science Galleries will be closed during this time. Review Glasgow Science Centre opening hours.

Ticketed events

Two events are being hosted at our venues during this time.

Blue Origin: New Shepard Crew Capsule

Included in day ticket

Location: The Street
Dates available: Until 31 December 2026

We're proud to host a 1:1 replica of the Blue Origin: New Shepard crew capsule, giving visitors the chance to get a close-up look at both its exterior and interior.

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Winter Events

Special event, ticket required

Age: All Ages
Location: Glasgow Science Centre
Dates available: Various

Light Up Your Winter

Alexander Graham Bell in Study. Image: ATT

Alexander Graham Bell: 150 Years of Connection

Included in day ticket

Age: 8 and over
Location: Floor 2
Dates available: Daily from 10 am

Glasgow Science Centre is hosting a new digital exhibit from the IEEE Global Museum, celebrating 150 years since Alexander Graham Bell's pioneering telephone patent and landmark call.

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What's On

What's on

Santa's Galactic Grotto

Science Lates - Illuminate

Winter Events

All events

November 9, 2026

Glasgow Science Centre

Ticketed events

Blue Origin: New Shepard Crew Capsule

Winter Events

Alexander Graham Bell: 150 Years of Connection

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