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Event, October at Dynamic Earth
Discover an interactive journey through space and time on this tour through our galleries.
Event, Summer at Dynamic Earth, October at Dynamic Earth
Set sail on a magical underwater adventure at Ocean Commotion Soft Play, where kids aged 0–6 can explore, climb, splash (not literally!), and play!
Join us for a new term of Dynamic Earth’s Science Clubs! Where your child will experience an hour of fun, hands-on learning each week.
Perfect for curious kids and young adventurers, our Birthday Party packages offer a unique way to mark a special day with friends, fun, and discovery!
Sat 14th February - Sun 31st May
Planetarium Show, February Half-Term
In this presenter-led Planetarium show, we’ll be diving into some of the ways AI is being used to help understand the cosmos.
Fri 3rd April - Sun 3rd May
Easter at Dynamic Earth
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival 2026, add a free adventurous egg trail to your Dynamic Earth admission.
Mon 6th April - Fri 10th April
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival 2026, Come and join us at Dynamic Earth for a session that will get you ready to head to space.
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival 2026, join us at Dynamic Earth for a 'roarsome' storytelling session for under 6s.
Tue 7th April - Thu 9th April
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival 2026, step into the 1700s in this engaging walking theatre show exploring Edinburgh's landscape.
Tue 7th April - Mon 13th April
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival 2026, meet the University of Edinburgh scientists working to better understand our world.
Thu 9th April - Sun 19th April
Planetarium Lates at Dynamic Earth, Easter at Dynamic Earth
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival, experience Pink Floyd’s 1973 album The Dark Side of the Moon with stunning 360° visuals of the Solar System.
Thu 9th April
Easter at Dynamic Earth, Planetarium Lates at Dynamic Earth
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival 2026, enjoy films inspired by the creatures that roamed the Earth over 65 million years ago.
Fri 10th April
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival 2026, join nature illustrator, author and educator Vojta Hybl for exploration of Edinburgh's local geological landscape.
Sat 11th April
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival 2026, enjoy roar-some family films in our Planetarium!
Sun 12th April
Mon 13th April - Fri 17th April
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival 2026, get ready to blast off in this space themed storytelling session FOR UNDER!
Wed 15th April
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival 2026, meet the experts who specialise in knowing what's happening in the earth beneath us.
Fri 17th April
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival 2026, meet the scientists using cutting-edge technology and expertise to address some 21st century society challenges.
Thu 16th April - Fri 17th April
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival 2026, join the Scottish Association for Marine Science at Dynamic Earth!
Sat 18th April
Sat 18th April - Sun 19th April
As part of Edinburgh Science Festival 2026, immerse yourself amongst the stars as our resident astronomers guide you across the cosmos.
Sun 19th April
Fri 24th April
DynaMites Sensory Story Telling, Science Sessions
This week at DynaMites, we're exploring the magic of light!
Dynamos, Science Sessions
This week at Dynamos, discover the magic of light!
Sat 25th April
Dino's, Science Sessions
This week at Dino's Science Club, we will be diving deep into the Earth as Volcanologists.
Sun 26th April
Quiet Afternoons
Join us for a Quiet Afternoon on 26th April from 2pm-5pm, where we aim to provide a calm and inclusive environment for visitors.
Fri 1st May
This week at DynaMites, we're discovering Britain's wonderful woodland with an interactive story!
Science Sessions, Dynamos
This week at Dynamos, we're exploring the secrets of Scotland's woods with a craft!
Fri 8th May
This week at DynaMites, we're exploring how we can use the sun and wind to power our homes!
This week at Dynamos, we're exploring how we can best look after planet Earth!
Sat 9th May
Science Sessions, Dino's
This week at Dino's Science Club, discover the weird and wonderful creatures living beneath the waves.
Fri 15th May
This week at DynaMites, we're learning about our prehistoric pals!
This week at Dynamos, we're travelling back to when dinosaurs ruled the Earth!
Sat 16th May
This week at Dino's Science Club, discover more about ancient people through the work of archaeologists.
Fri 22nd May
This week at DynaMites, discover more about the deep blue sea!
This week at Dynamos, we'll be discovering Earth's oceans!
Sat 23rd May
This week at Dino's Science Club, discover the secrets of Scotland’s woods and understand what makes them so special!
Fri 29th May
This week at DynaMites, we're reaching for the stars in this session all about space!
This week at Dynamos, it's time for blast off as we explore space!
Sat 30th May
This week at Dino's Science Club, we'll be learning about the endangered animals of Scotland.
Fri 5th June
This week at DynaMites, we're learning about Antarctica's coolest resident: the penguin!
This week at Dynamos, learn more about penguins and make your own penguin pal!
Sat 6th June
This week at Dino's Science Club, we will be learning all about arthropods. We’ll be investigating butterflies, spiders and bees, to name a few!
Fri 12th June
This week at DynaMites, we're exploring Earth's wonderful weather!
This week at Dynamos, we're learning all about wonderful weather!
Sat 13th June
This week at Dino's Science Club, we will be looking at four different natural disasters!
Fri 19th June
This week at DynaMites, get ready for a session all about volcanos!
This week at Dynamos, we're taking a look at volcanos and getting hands-on with volcanic specimens!
Fri 26th June
This week at DynaMites, soar to new heights with Britain's beloved puffin!
This week at Dynamos, we're find out more about puffins and the Isle of May!
Mon 6th July - Fri 31st July
Join the Dynamic Earth team for a packed programme of outdoor discovery and adventure this summer with our Summer Outdoor Club in Edinburgh!
Sat 11th July
Event
National Youth Orchestras of Scotland will perform iconic movements from Holst's 'The Planets' in these free, pop-up performances.
For an out of this world experience enjoy Edinburgh’s only planetarium, with a 360-degree viewing screen and immersive surround sound.
Join our Science Sessions workshops: exciting, hands-on and interactive science and crafts-based workshops with our friendly science communication team.
Find out how Dynamic Earth can complement your visit to the beautiful surroundings.