Past Events

Halloween at Esplora: A Spooky Science Adventure!

Monday, October 14th, 2024

Here’s a sneak peak of some spooky activities that await you at Halloween at Esplora! Join us from Thursday  31st October  to Sunday 3rd November,  for this year’s Halloween event where terror takes a local twist. Visitors will get the chance to meet some of the most macabre monsters that haunted Malta’s  past – and  […]

Educators’ Night at Esplora

Monday, September 9th, 2024

We’re thrilled to announce the return of Educators’ Night at Esplora, an evening just for you! On Friday, 20th September 2024, from 18:30 onwards, Esplora will open its doors exclusively for educators. Join us for a night of fun, discovery, and relaxation with your fellow teachers—all for free! What’s Planned for the Evening: Important Information: […]

Dino Weekend at Esplora

Tuesday, August 20th, 2024

IMPORTANT NOTICE: *Tickets Are Selling Fast!* A huge thank you to everyone who has already purchased tickets for the *Dino Event*! We’re excited to share that tickets are going fast. For those who haven’t secured theirs yet, *a limited number of tickets will now be available only at the door* on a first-come, first-served basis. […]

La Notte Di San Lorenzo

Monday, July 15th, 2024

Mark your calendars for Friday, 9th August 2024, for an evening of wonder and excitement at Esplora! La Notte di San Lorenzo is an event you won’t want to miss! As the sun sets, dive into a world of interactive science marvels. Explore our captivating science centre, participate in awe-inspiring science shows, and engage in […]

Splash Into Science

Thursday, July 4th, 2024

Splash into Science Weekends at Esplora! Are you looking for the perfect activities for your children this summer? Then join us at Esplora for “Splash into Science” Weekends (Sat-Sun) Every weekend, we will plunge into a fun-filled challenge focused on enjoying the summer season. We have five amazing challenges which will take place over a […]

Esplora Engineering Summer Camp 2024

Tuesday, June 25th, 2024

Engineering is the closest thing to magic that exists in the world – ESPLORA Summer CAMP ‘24. Get ready to embark on an exciting journey with Esplora and the UM this Summer as we strive to support you in finding your unique career path! Between the 27th and 30th August, in collaboration with the University […]

UoM Electric Car Launch

Thursday, May 9th, 2024

We have a thrilling announcement to share with you! The University of Malta (UM) Racing Team has chosen Esplora to showcase its electric racing car’s spanking new grand design, for the very first time! The UM Racing Team which is the only one on the Maltese Islands, is comprised of university students who endeavour to […]

Mindfulness Session for Kids

Monday, April 29th, 2024

Mindfulness is about training the mind to be in the present moment, that is, bringing awareness to what is happening in the here and now. It is about observing curiously and non-judgmentally what is happening inside of us and around us through love, kindness and compassion. Why is Mindfulness important for children? Through practicing various […]

KurżitàJiem

Tuesday, April 16th, 2024

Curiosity is a driving force that lies within a hungry mind. When we encourage our children to ask valuable questions, we stimulate their curiosity and this gives birth to the joy of exploration, which in turn drives children to learn new concepts, think critically and exercise reason. Does your child have a curious appetite for […]

Evening Opening Hours

Tuesday, April 9th, 2024

IMPORTANT NOTICE : Due to expected adverse weather conditions, this event will be postponed to Friday May 3rd from 7:30pm to 11:30pm!!! We are thrilled to present you with the unique opportunity to visit the Esplora interactive Science Centre after hours! Do join us on Tuesday 30th April from 7:30pm onwards, as Esplora invites all […]

Pop Sculptcha: Where Imagination and Scientific Exploration Unite.  

Thursday, March 7th, 2024

An event by the Malta Statue Collectors, powered by Esplora Join us on an extraordinary adventure on the 13th and 14th April, as Malta Statue Collectors, in collaboration with Esplora, proudly presents POP Sculptcha, an event that will transport visitors into the heart of pop culture. Pop Sculptcha will be taking centre stage at Esplora […]

Spring into Science for Esplora’s Easter Celebrations

Tuesday, March 5th, 2024

Embark on a scientific journey into the blossoming spring, as Esplora Science Centre transforms into a vibrant Easter celebration! Join us for a one-of-a-kind event that unravels the mysteries behind the beloved symbols of the season – Easter eggs, Easter bunnies, flowers, and more. During this event, you will have the opportunity to engage in […]

Expression of Interest – KurżitàJiem

Friday, March 1st, 2024

Esplora is inviting you to be part of the next edition of KurżitàJiem! Interested in inspiring the next generation to pursue a career in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) by communicating your expertise through hands-on activities? Esplora is offering you the space to make this happen! Private entities, non-profit organisations, research institutes and/or governmental […]

Il-Qtates ta’ max-Xatt

Tuesday, February 20th, 2024

Join us for a magical weekend at Esplora by Teatru Malta, as the beloved Il-Qtates ta’ max-Xatt return to the stage!  This heartwarming puppet show adaptation, born from the 2019 children’s opera, delves into the sensitive subject of loss through the eyes of a group of singing stray cats.   Date: February 24th and 25th, 2024 Time: 11:15am […]

Karta Festa

Tuesday, January 16th, 2024

Let’s turn yesterday’s pages into tomorrow’s stories! Saturday 10 February to Wednesday 14 February from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Malta’s Carnival is renowned for its lively colours, captivating costumes, artistic expressions, music, and an atmosphere of spontaneity. This year at Esplora, as part of our Carnival festivities, we aim to embody this spirit through […]

Christmas Season Morning Opening Hours

Monday, November 27th, 2023

From the 26th of December to the 7th of January – 9:00 AM to 3:00PM Esplora is spreading holiday cheer with an extra dash of science shows & activities this festive season! From December 26th to January 7th, our doors will swing open bright and early at 9:00 AM, welcoming both the curious minds and […]

Breakfast with Santa

Tuesday, November 7th, 2023

Santa, together with Mrs Claus and the elves will be travelling to Esplora to meet the children during our fantastic event – Breakfast with Santa.Tickets for this event need to be purchased in advanced from: https://www.showshappening.com/Esplora-Interactive-Science-Centre/Breakfast-with-Santa-at-Esplora?fbclid=IwAR3uqMLOBWwiNqGUZZgfngYf8RkLFQPJ_1rFgN2gdEOVUWMkmOl5Y9UMAVc What’s in store for you:• Christmas-themed Planetarium Show• Fascinating Science Show• Photo Opportunity with Santa• A Goody Bag will be […]

Esplora Christmas Wonderland

Thursday, November 16th, 2023

Get ready for a dazzling Christmas extravaganza like no other at Esplora Interactive Science Centre. This year, we’re turning up the holiday magic to the max, blending the enchantment of the season with the excitement of science and technology. Join us for Esplora Christmas Wonderland, from 8th December 2023 to 7th January 2024 from 6:00pm […]

Celebrating 7 Years of Esplora

Monday, October 30th, 2023

Seven years ago, the Esplora Interactive Science Centre opened its doors to a world of discovery and wonder. Since that momentous day, we have embarked on an incredible journey of scientific exploration and community engagement. To mark this important milestone, we invite you to join us for a two-day celebration being held on the 18 […]

Mindfulness Session for Kids

Friday, October 20th, 2023

Mindfulness is about training the mind to be in the present moment, that is, bringing awareness to what is happening in the here and now. It is about observing curiously and non-judgmentally what is happening inside of us and around us through love, kindness and compassion. Why is Mindfulness important for children? Through practicing various […]

Cirque Bizarre

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023

Step right up for a Halloween experience like no other! At Esplora, we proudly present Cirque Bizarre – a fusion of science, wonder and all things uncanny! Halloween Night – October 31st Join us on the evening of the 31st of October at ESPLORA, where the enigmatic thrills begin at 18:00 and continue until 22:00. […]

Little Legends Workshop

Thursday, September 28th, 2023

Esplora, in collaboration with Little Legends, is thrilled to announce a drop-in workshop designed for families with children aged between 18 months and 6 years. This engaging workshop, to be held at the Little Esploras Science Theatre, is set to provide a multisensory experience on the wonders of nature, allowing children to explore and learn […]

Saving our Blue

Thursday, September 7th, 2023

Join us at Esplora on the 1st of October from 10am till 2:30pm as once again we will welcome the team behind the project Saving Our Blue. This event is a fantastic opportunity for visitors to engage in the important work being done by Saving Our Blue, a conservation initiative in Malta, which aims to protect and […]

Bursting with Colour

Friday, August 25th, 2023

Join us to celebrate Pride 2023 at Esplora and immerse yourself in a scientific feast of colour. Throughout this event, the interactive science centre will be lit up with different  colours. Visitors will get the chance to explore the wonders of the rainbow, play with shadows, step inside a human-sized bubble, see coloured flames and […]

Saving Our Blue

Monday, August 21st, 2023

Join us at Esplora on the 26 and 27 August from 10am till 1pm as once again we will welcome the team behind the project Saving Our Blue. This event is a fantastic opportunity for visitors to engage in the important work being done by Saving Our Blue, a conservation initiative in Malta, which aims […]

Gears & Wheels: Unveiling the Science of Racing Cars

Monday, July 31st, 2023

Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping, action-packed event that will set your heart racing! Esplora Interactive Science Centre is thrilled to announce Gears & Wheels: Unveiling the Science of Racing Cars, a captivating two-day event that will immerse you in the thrilling world of racing cars and cutting-edge automotive science. Mark your calendars for Saturday 19th […]

Saving Our Blue

Tuesday, July 18th, 2023

Join us at Esplora on the 29th and 30th July from 10am till 1pm as we welcome the team behind the project Saving Our Blue. This event is a fantastic opportunity for visitors to engage in the important work being done by Saving Our Blue, a conservation initiative in Malta that aims to protect and […]

Little Legends workshops

Friday, July 14th, 2023

Esplora, in collaboration with Little Legends, is thrilled to announce a drop-in workshop designed for families with children aged between 18 months and 6 years. This engaging workshop, to be held at the Little Esploras Science Theatre, is set to provide a multisensory experience on the wonders of nature, allowing children to explore and learn […]

Evening Opening Hours – La Notte di San Lorenzo

Friday, July 7th, 2023

Get ready to have a blast at Esplora’s evening opening hours! We are absolutely thrilled to welcome you back to our science centre for an unforgettable night. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 9th August, 2023 because this is an event you do not want to miss! As the sun sets and the excitement builds, get […]

Family & Friends Bundles

Monday, July 3rd, 2023

Escape the scorching heat this summer and embark on an exciting journey of discovery at Esplora. This year we are thrilled to introduce our special Family & Friends Bundles, designed to offer savings on entry tickets when visiting us with your family or friends. With a climate-controlled environment, knowledgeable staff and an educational yet entertaining […]

Esplora Space Summer Camp with ASM – FULLY BOOKED

Wednesday, June 28th, 2023

Join us for an out-of-this-world* experience at the Esplora Space Summer Camp with ASM! Organised by Esplora Interactive Science Centre in collaboration with the Astronomical Society of Malta (ASM), this week-long summer camp is perfect for young minds fascinated by the mysteries that space has to offer. From July 25th to 28th, participants aged 12 […]

Mindfulness Session for Kids

Thursday, June 22nd, 2023

Mindfulness is about training the mind to be in the present moment, that is, bringing awareness to what is happening in the here and now. It is about observing curiously and non-judgmentally what is happening inside of us and around us through love, kindness and compassion. Why is Mindfulness important for children? Through practicing various […]

An interactive Roadshow with Esplora and COSI

Friday, June 16th, 2023

The Malta Council for Science and Technology (MCST) and Esplora Interactive Science Centre are teaming up with one of the most important museums in America – the Science and Industry Centre (COSI) for a unique roadshow that aims to promote science and technology among Maltese communities. COSI has one of the largest educational community activity […]

Ecsite Conference 2023

Friday, June 9th, 2023

The Ecsite Conference is coming to Malta next week and will be held between the 14th and 17th of June. Ecsite is a European network of science centres and museums. The conference is the most prominent meeting of science engagement professionals in Europe and promises to bring together over 900 science professionals from all over […]

Weekend Special Offers

Friday, May 26th, 2023

Visiting Esplora is always a great way to spend the weekend, and now it can be even better! On Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th May, Esplora is offering a Special Weekend Promotion where visitors who spend €10 or more on entrance tickets will receive €4 off their total purchase. To take advantage of this great […]

Bee Buzzz

Friday, May 12th, 2023

Discover the Importance of Bees with Esplora on World Bee Day! Esplora, Malta’s Interactive Science Centre, is excited to announce its upcoming celebration of World Bee Day on the 19th May between 9am and 3pm and on the 20th of May between 10am and 5pm. This two-day beekeeping event is designed to educate the public […]

Evening Opening Hours – Sold Out

Tuesday, April 11th, 2023

We are super excited to welcome you back to Esplora to enjoy the science centre during the evening! Join us on Sunday 30th April for the evening opening hours where you will be able to explore the interactive science centre, participate in fun science shows and experience the beautiful grand finale firework display of the […]

Mindfulness Session for Kids

Tuesday, April 11th, 2023

Mindfulness is about training the mind to be in the present moment, that is, bringing awareness to what is happening in the here and now. It is about observing curiously and non-judgmentally what is happening inside of us and around us through love, kindness and compassion. Why is Mindfulness important for children? Through practicing various […]

Journey to Space

Wednesday, March 15th, 2023

Looking for a place to go during this year’s Easter holidays? Join us at Esplora where we will be transforming into a hub for all things extra-terrestrial. From astronauts to galaxies, rocket ships, satellites and lunar rovers… at the science centre this week you’ll find anything related to space! Visitors will get the chance to […]

Mindfulness Session for Kids

Friday, March 10th, 2023

Mindfulness is about training the mind to be in the present moment, that is, bringing awareness to what is happening in the here and now. It is about observing curiously and non-judgmentally what is happening inside of us and around us through love, kindness and compassion. Why is Mindfulness important for children? Through practicing various […]

Space Exploration Spree

Tuesday, March 7th, 2023

It’s time to blast off into space with Esplora’s fun-packed activity that will kick-start the week leading to the Easter school holidays. Save the date for Space Exploration Spree, an exciting event aimed for children between the ages of 5 to 10 years. Together we will watch a space-themed live show at the EsploraPlanetarium and […]

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Think it! Make it! This Carnival at Esplora

Friday, January 20th, 2023

Carnival is a fun-time in Malta as it is dominated by vibrant colours, elaborate costumes, original floats, art, music and above all spontaneity. It is also a special time for the children as they get to dress-up as their favourite characters, apply fancy face makeup, eat a lot of candy as well as spend some […]

Discovering the Big Blue

Friday, December 2nd, 2022

The Marine Wildlife exhibition with life-size inflatables and lots of activities! Want to come face to face with a 4-metre baby whale and life-sized models of dolphins, a shark and a turtle? Well now is your chance, as Esplora opens its door to Discovering the Big Blue – the Marine Wildlife Exhibition. The aim The […]

Christmas at Esplora

Friday, November 25th, 2022

What are your best memories of Christmas? Dinner with family or friends, a large Christmas tree or a house full of decorations, mulled wine or presents? This festive season create more magical memories with us here at Esplora as the science centre prepares to celebrate the festive season. Between Saturday 17th December 2022 and Sunday […]

Breakfast with Santa

Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022

It just wouldn’t be Christmas without Santa Claus! Luckily Santa together with Mrs Claus and their elves will be travelling to Esplora to meet with the Little Esploras who will be present during our fantastic event – Breakfast with Santa. Join us on the 17th December between 9am and 12pm for this exciting event. Children […]

World Children’s Day

Friday, October 21st, 2022

Esplora Interactive Science Centre will dedicate a whole weekend to celebrate World Children’s Day by offering some of its most popular science shows as well as an opportunity to meet various scientists who will be able to share their work experiences with the visitors. Apart from this, families who visit the science centre on Saturday […]

RNH Bighi through Communities’ Stories

Monday, October 10th, 2022

Do you have any stories or memories to share about the Royal Naval Hospital, Bighi?  As part of the artistic-research project RNH Bighi through Communities’ Stories, we are interested in meeting people who have memories based on their personal or their relatives’ experience of Bighi, as:  former service staff service wives who attended maternity classes in […]

CSI at Esplora: Halloween Week

Tuesday, September 27th, 2022

The fascination for forensic science has grown a lot in the last couple of years, and the increased popularity of the many television programmes as well as top selling books that cover this subject, have helped to solidify this CSI-mania around the world. This Halloween, at Esplora, we have created a special thematic event focusing […]

MaltaPi Back-to-School Hackaton

Tuesday, September 13th, 2022

Discover digital making, robotics and coding during the MaltaPi Back-to-School Hackaton which will take place at Esplora Interactive Science Centre on 17th and 18th of September. During this weekend, visitors are invited to experiment with microcontrollers, robots and platforms by building anything from simple programs to cool projects.The MaltaPi Back-to-School Hackaton is a showcase for […]

Science in the City 2022

Thursday, August 25th, 2022

Malta’s science and arts festival, Science in the City is Taking Root once more, and proudly presents its 10th festival! The festival will kick off with a bang on the 30 September at 6pm, where you can experience a variety of talks, hands-on experiments and performances within the historic walls of Fort St. Elmo (main […]

CPD Course – STEM through Storytelling

Monday, August 15th, 2022

  For Kindergarten & Primary School Educators (Years 1-4) Following the positive feedback received from past editions, Esplora Interactive Science Centre saw the need to once again organise a STEM through storytelling course for educators. The aim of this course remains that of facilitating educators’ understanding of how they can make use of stories to […]

Educators’ Night

Friday, August 12th, 2022

Are you an educator planning out the upcoming scholastic year? Then join us at Esplora Interactive Science Centre on the 20th of September between 6:30pm and 10:30pm to see how Esplora can be used as an extension to the classroom experience!   Interact with over 200 exhibits to discover how you can make use of […]

Evening Opening Hours 9th August 2022 – Sold Out

Thursday, July 14th, 2022

Esplora is the perfect location from where to enjoy the spectacular fireworks display of La Notte di San Lorenzo. Apart from the normal opening hours of 9 am till 3 pm, on Tuesday 9th August, Esplora will also open its doors in the evening between 7.30 pm and 11.30 pm. During these hours, visitors will […]

Esplora AfterHours – Sold Out

Wednesday, June 1st, 2022

👩🏻: Hey, have you ever been to Esplora? 👱‍♂️: No, not yet, I don’t have kids but will go sometime with my niece! 👩🏻: You don’t need to have kids to go, went there last time with my colleagues and had a blast! 👱‍♂️: Fun! Should we go as a group? 👩🏻: They are having […]

Empowering Youths in STEM through the Arts Concluding Seminar

Monday, May 2nd, 2022

Esplora Interactive Science Centre, in collaboration with NEMO Science Centre, Cosmo Caixa Science Centre, Inizjamed and Aġenzija Żgħażagħ, is hosting a Half-Day Seminar on Empowering Youths in STEM through the Arts. The seminar is held on Tuesday 10th May from 8.30 am till 12.30 pm at the EsploraPlanetarium Hall. Throughout this seminar, participants will have […]

Evening Opening Hours (30th April 2022)

Monday, April 11th, 2022

Esplora is the perfect location from where to enjoy the spectacular and colourful Grand Final Fireworks display of the Malta International Fireworks Festival. Apart from the normal opening hours of 10 am till 6 pm, on Saturday 30th April, Esplora will also open its doors in the evening between 7 pm and 11 pm. During […]

KurżitàJiem

Tuesday, March 29th, 2022

Curiosity is what helped us advance as a society and that is why research has always played an important role in our lives. Ever since the beginning of days, humans got curious, asked questions and immersed themselves into discovering new ways of living. KurżitàJiem is a special week at Esplora as we get to celebrate […]

Unlocking AI – Can you Crack the Code? Science Café for youths

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2022

As part of the EY-STEAM Erasmus+ project Esplora will be organising three sessions of Science Café. Throughout these science café sessions ‘Unlocking AI- Can you crack the code?’, we will be addressing myths and misconceptions about Artificial Intelligence by defining what it really is and what it is capable of doing. The activity portion of the […]

Once Upon A Story: Reading session for Children

Wednesday, March 16th, 2022

A Child Who Reads will be an Adult who Thinks We all know how important a love of reading is; and it is equally crucial to nurture this love from a young age. Reading sessions are educational, fun and interesting; and they help spark a child’s imagination and stimulate curiosity. Engaging children in reading activities […]

Carnival at Esplora

Monday, February 7th, 2022

Carnival time is very special for children as they get to dress-up in fancy costumes, have face painting, eat traditional candy and spend some quality time with their family and friends. At Esplora Interactive Science Centre, this year, we wanted to find a way to bring the Carnival fun into our science shows and workshops […]

Christmas at Esplora

Wednesday, December 1st, 2021

What better way to celebrate Christmas than through science that sparks wonder? The magic of this holiday season remains with us as we grow older and it’s this kind of fascination and curiosity that helps both children and adults understand the world better. Curiosity is at the heart of what Esplora Interactive Science Centre does […]

Milied man-Nanniet

Friday, November 26th, 2021

Christmas time is when families come together to experience moments of joy and togetherness. With this thought in mind, this year, Esplora will encourage families to spend more time together in a Christmas atmosphere through the promotion Milied man-Nanniet. Let’s say it, what could be better than spending some time with your grandchildren? During this […]

Sustainable Development Goals – Workshops at Esplora

Tuesday, October 12th, 2021

Three new workshops were held at Esplora Interactive Science Centre on the 23rd of October. These workshops were organised in collaboration with Lignin Stories, Spazju Kreattiv and the University of Malta. These workshops were delivered through the use of Storytelling, Dance or Digital Gaming and the theme was about the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals. […]

Spooktacular Science

Friday, October 8th, 2021

Halloween Themed Opening Hours at Esplora This Halloween join us on a not-so-scary but totally spooktacular adventure into the intriguing world of science. A whole week full of creepy science activities, disgusting demonstrations and amazing experiments that will have the whole family buzzing with excitement! Start your adventure with exploring the science centre which will […]

Become a Citizen Scientist!

Wednesday, October 6th, 2021

Discover more about the Trees in your community. Esplora teamed up with GLOBE Malta and the US Embassy, Malta. The #TreesChallenge will require you to spot trees around the Maltese Islands and to then map and measure their height using NASA’s GLOBE Observer App. Why are trees important? Over the past few decades, we’ve burnt […]

Evening Opening Hours

Tuesday, September 14th, 2021

On Monday, 20th September, Esplora Interactive Science Centre will be open between 6.30pm and 10.30pm. During these opening hours, visitors will have the opportunity to roam around the exhibits and interact with them as well as participate in a fantastic science show relating to Esplora’s current theme which is Our Bodies Inside Out. Esplora will […]

Ride the Feeling Storytelling Workshop

Friday, August 20th, 2021

Esplora, in collaboration with the Ride the Feeling author Aunty Sab and the MyMama team, are organising a Ride the Feeling Storytelling Workshop which will see kids aged 5 to 8 years enjoy a storytelling session, whilst at the same time, their parents / caregivers will be able to attend to a talk about how […]

Extra Opening Hours on the evening of Tuesday 10th August

Thursday, July 29th, 2021

On Tuesday, 10th August, Esplora Interactive Science Centre will have extra opening hours! Apart from the normal opening hours of 9am till 3pm, the centre will also be open between 7pm till 10.30pm. During these extra opening hours, visitors will have the opportunity to roam around the exhibits and interact with them as well as […]

Our Bodies Inside Out – themed science shows and activities!

Thursday, June 24th, 2021

Our bodies are great living machines that operate day and night without ever taking a break. From July to November, Esplora will be focusing on the theme of Our Bodies – Inside Out, offering a variety of activities relating to physical and mental health. These activities aim to help you understand better the fascinating things that […]

Art in Waste Exhibition

Saturday, June 26th, 2021

At Esplora we value and support projects that encourage environment-conscious initiatives. We continuously aim to generate awareness on sustainability and the need to protect our environment. One of these projects is the exhibition Art in Waste by artists, Hermine Sammut and Matthew Turner, which will be hosted at Esplora. These two artists have created works […]

Climate Revolution

Monday, May 10th, 2021

Climate Revolution is a live interactive theatrical production, brought to you by TOI TOI: Teatru Manoel Education Programme and will be held at Esplora Interactive Science Centre on Saturday, 12th June, 2021 and Sunday 13th June 2021. There will be 2 performances each day, at 11am and at 2.30pm. Story: The climate crises has become […]

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Exploring Earth and Beyond

Tuesday, April 27th, 2021

For years, people all around the world have been fascinated by the mysteries of space. Astronomy and space exploration has challenged what we know and there lies much more to be discovered. But the more we learn about space, the more we realise how special our blue planet is and how important it is to […]

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Esplora is Now Open!

Monday, April 26th, 2021

Esplora Interactive Science Centre is now open. We could not be more excited to welcome you back to the science centre. Everything has been carefully planned to offer you a wonderful experience! Kindly note that the Science Centre is operating with a capacity limit as per Public Health Authorities Covid-19 Guidelines. We are also ensuring that […]

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Esplora focusing on media and online activities

Thursday, March 4th, 2021

Esplora has temporarily closed its doors to the public and our resources will be focused on creating and providing new and engaging activities through the media and online. This will ensure that we continue to fulfil our primary mission – striving to increase the take-up of STEM subjects by our younger generations.

Come and Meet Zed

Tuesday, February 16th, 2021

Charismatic, intelligent, a gifted talker… Zed, Esplora’s very own robot has decided to visit the Interactive Science Centre and have a meet and greet with all the kids (and adults!) present on Saturday 20th February at 12.30. Join us for a fun day at Esplora and get the opportunity to take a socially distant selfie […]

Esplora wara l-Iskola

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2021

A fun way to enjoy Esplora is during a relaxed visit after school. Start your weekend with us – discover science after-hours and experience Science Shows and Planetarium Films. The Interactive Science Centre will now be open every Friday evening from 2pm till 8pm and kids below the age of 15 years, will come in […]

Meet Zed

Monday, January 11th, 2021

Charismatic, intelligent, a gifted talker… Zed, Esplora’s very own robot have decided to visit the Interactive Science Centre and have a meet and greet with all the kids (and adults!) present on Sunday 17th January at 12.30. Join us for a fun day at Esplora and get the opportunity to take a socially distant selfie […]

Inspiring the Next Generation

Monday, January 4th, 2021

At Esplora, we strive to make our younger generation aware of the relevance and importance of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) in everyday life. We also seek to inspire and encourage young people to take up STEM subjects at school to one day be able to pursue a career in the STEM fields. From January […]

Christmas Science Advent Calendar 2020

Thursday, November 26th, 2020

The thrill of a new exciting item to discover each day fascinates everyone especially kids and that is why Advent Calendars have become so popular! If you’re looking for an original advent calendar that helps you enjoy some quality time with the kids, then Esplora’s free online Christmas Science Advent Calendar is just for you! […]

Festive Science

Thursday, November 26th, 2020

Celebrate some Christmas cheer at Esplora during the month of December. We’ve got planned dazzling shows and fantastic activities for children as well as adults. Merge artistic skills with technical ones to create various Christmas-related items. Join the fun exploration at Esplora and discover that magic and science are not that different after all!   […]

FREE ENTRANCE FOR CHILDREN THIS FESTIVE SEASON

Monday, November 23rd, 2020

As the days grow shorter and the air gets a little bit cooler, you start to feel the magic of the December Festive Season. This year will be very unique at Esplora as we have a special gift just for all the children. All the children that will visit Esplora Interactive Science Centre between the […]

Spooky Halloween 2020

Tuesday, October 13th, 2020

This Halloween join us on a spooky journey into the curious world of science! We will be exploring the weird making of the human body in our dissection room, the wonders of chemistry through a Potions Class, the power-harnessing of electricity and the fabulous fierceness of fire. These activities have been developed specifically for Halloween […]

Think It, Make It

Wednesday, October 28th, 2020

With a little bit of imagination you can create just about anything you dream of. All you need is a few materials and creativity to turn your ideas into reality. At Esplora, during the month of November, we will be offering different kinds of activities focusing on tinkering to create fantastic objects using basic materials. […]

Ready, Set CODE!

Tuesday, September 29th, 2020

Ready, Set CODE! is the theme of October and this coincides with the European Code Week, during which Esplora eagerly participates each year. EU Code Week is an initiative that aims to bring coding and digital literacy to everyone in a fun and engaging way.   Coding may be perceived as being a difficult topic […]

Colour Splash

Friday, September 4th, 2020

At Esplora Interactive Science Centre we are launching a new concept for our events! Introducing the Thematic Months, where different themes will be celebrated each month! We are starting off with a Colour Splash in September followed by Ready, Set, CODE! in October, Think It, Make It! in November and Festive Science in December. Whether […]

Toi Toi Performances at Esplora

Monday, September 14th, 2020

Toi Toi – Manoel Theatre’s education programme – has created a wide range of theatre productions with the aim to inspire audiences of all ages with performing arts specifically music, dance and drama. Two of these productions, for children aged 4 years and over, are going to be held at Esplora Interactive Science Centre in […]

Għaddi – An experiential walk through Kalkara

Thursday, September 24th, 2020

Għaddi – An experiential walk through Kalkara is a project that aims to celebrate Kalkara’s socio-cultural identity, history and collective memory. After a process of co-creation that started last January, a number of community members from Kalkara narrate their stories and experience of the village while sharing their skills and crafts as part of an […]

Family Digital Science Quest – 22nd-23rd August 2020

Thursday, August 20th, 2020

Would you like your kids to become a Pirate Captain for the day? Or show-off what a good Gamer they are? Or how about helping the Unicorns find a new home, embark on a Vloggers’ Quest, end up shipwrecked on a deserted island or immerse themselves in space?   Challenges! Themed Quests! Sphero! The MicroEye […]

Science Week Bonanza! – 11th to 16th August 2020

Tuesday, August 11th, 2020

It’s Science Week Bonanza at Esplora this week (11th to 16th August 2020)! Here are some exciting activities that we have in store for you. All these activities will be scheduled at different times during the day.   Body Wonders: An interesting Science Show that helps you discover what goes on inside your body. Answer […]

Esplora Under the Stars – Cancelled

Friday, July 24th, 2020

Although this event has been specifically planned with the current situation in mind to allow for proper social distancing and create a safety environment for our visitors and our team, we regret to inform you that the Esplora Under the stars Event has been cancelled. This has not been an easy decision to make, but […]

Webinar – Is-Saħħa Mentali fit-Tfal iż-Żgħar – 29 ta’ Lulju 2020

Thursday, July 23rd, 2020

Problemi ta’ saħħa mentali jistgħu jolqtu kemm lill-persuni adulti kif ukoll lit-tfal. Il-benesseri mentali fit-tfal hi importanti daqs is-saħħa fiżika għalhekk il-ġenituri għandhom jieħdu l-passi kollha neċessarji biex jagħrfu s-sintomi mill-ewwel ħalli jilqgħu l-problema fil-bidu tagħha.   Dwar dan is-suġġett tant importanti se jittella’ webinar fuq il-paġna ta’ Facebook tal-Esplora @esploramalta nhar l-Erbgħa, 29 ta’ […]

Toi Toi Performances at Esplora in August

Wednesday, July 22nd, 2020

Toi Toi – Manoel Theatre’s education programme – has created a wide range of theatre productions with the aim to inspire audiences of all ages with performing arts specifically music, dance and drama. Three of these productions, for children aged 4+ or 5+, are going to be held at Esplora Interactive Science Centre this August. […]

Come & Meet Zed

Thursday, July 2nd, 2020

Charismatic, intelligent, a gifted talker and above all – much taller than all of us! Can you guess who is visiting Esplora on Sunday 5th July? You are in luck because Zed, Esplora’s very own robot has decided to visit the Interactive Science Centre and have a meet and greet with all the kids (and […]

Scientastic Edition

Tuesday, June 16th, 2020

Esplora Science Centre is now open! Esplora Science Centre is now open!! We could not be more excited to welcome you back at Malta’s interactive Science Centre! Preparations for the reopening have been underway for quite some time now; ensuring the centre is compliant with all health and safety regulations whilst continuing to offer you […]

Scientastic Week 9th to 14th June 2020

Friday, June 5th, 2020

Esplora’s reopening celebration! Esplora is reopening its doors on the 9th June! We could not be more excited to welcome you back at Malta’s interactive Science Centre! Preparations for the reopening have been underway for quite some time now; ensuring the centre is compliant with all health and safety regulations whilst continuing to offer you […]

RAISE Science Communication Training – 10th March 2020

Wednesday, February 12th, 2020

Let’s Talk Science! Workshop – Science Communication Skills for Public Engagement Let’s Talk Science! is a one-day workshop, designed for STEM professionals & students who want to inspire, promote their work, build confidence and enhance their communication skills to engage audiences through face-to-face interactions. Date: 10th March 2020 Time: 8:30am – 5:30pm Location: Esplora Interactive […]

The Next Generation Hip Implant – 7th March 2020

Thursday, February 27th, 2020

MaltaHip was developed by a team of researchers at the University of Malta in collaboration with MCL Components and funded through the Fusion Programme of the Malta Council for Science and Technology. The main objectives of the Fusion programme are: to raise the level and profile of locally funded research; to ingrain research and innovation […]

Carnival Buzz – Toi Toi – 22nd – 23rd February 2020

Thursday, February 13th, 2020

As busy as a bee… but what does that mean? Join us on a journey and follow a bee on her day-to-day life through a contemporary, interactive, dance show which will be followed by an educational workshop on bees for children and curious adults alike! Carnival Buzz is part of Toi Toi’s Education Programme. It […]

Tickle my Taste Buds – 22nd February 2020

Wednesday, February 12th, 2020

Join us for Tickle my Taste Buds, a food discovery workshop organized in collaboration with Zaara Lina’s Cooking Club. During this fun and informative talk, we will have a tasting session so that children will have the opportunity to explore new foods, as well as learn how to cook a healthy recipe with Zaara Lina. […]

Kuluri Karnival – 15th & 16th February 2020

Thursday, October 3rd, 2019

Date: 15th & 16th February 2020 Opening Hours: 10.00 – 18:00 Immerse yourself in a world of colour, imagination and art and treat your family this carnival to a colour-themed science event at Esplora Interactive Science Centre. Join us for a fun-filled weekend where we will explore the science and art of carnival. Activities include: Clay […]

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