Kick-start the Carnival celebrations a week earlier. Save the date for an exciting event held at the EsploraPlanetarium. Join us for Carnival in Space, a fun-packed family activity. Choose one of two Planetarium shows and partake in hands-on workshops led by one of our Science Communicators. You get to wear your costumes, whilst exploring the […]
Embark on a journey through the history of the Royal Naval Hospital (RNH) Bighi. Go back in time, roam around the dark corridors, discover murders and tragic love stories. Check out some of the protagonists of the hospital’s past. Villa Bighi was built in 1675 to serve as the country home of Fra Giovanni Bichi, […]
Dates: General Public: 14th – 19th April 2020 Schools: 21st – 24th April 2020 Join us on a Journey to space as we explore earth and beyond. Build and launch a rocket, train like an astronaut, design a satellite, go on a mission to Mars and interact with a range of researchers and professionals working in […]
1+1+2+3+5+8+13+21… Maths and Music, a match made in sound heaven! Through the Fibonacci series and an exploration of the basic elements of music and numbers, we observe our surroundings and search for the Golden Mean. We look at how music is constructed, which has an uncanny connection to the Fibonacci series. Fabulous Fibonacci is part […]
Are you eager to discover what a passion for science and technology can lead to? Do you want to learn more about current and future careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)? Would you like your children to engage with aviation engineers, VR programmers, marine biologists, road safety experts, lab technicians … and get […]
Dates: 24th December 2019 Opening Hours: 9am – 12pm Prices: Adults: Eur 7.75 / Children: Eur 14.75 (Age from 6 years to 10 years) For children aged 5 years and under, kindly contact Esplora reception on +35623602300 for further information. It just wouldn’t be Christmas without Santa! Luckily Mr Klaus will be travelling to […]
Esplora, in collaboration with the Directorate for Digital Literacy and Transversal Skills within MEDE, robocoach and Avantis, would like to invite children for a series of Family Digital Science Quests! Year 4, 5 and 6 students can join us for these events together with their family and friends. They will be enticed to: 1) Select […]
In collaboration with E Skills Malta Foundation and supported by Robocoach Malta we are hosting Code Week at Esplora from the 15th-20th October. Book your class or family visit during this week and get a taste of coding. No previous coding experience required! Date: 15th – 20th Oct 2019 Code Week at Esplora will be taking place […]
Have you ever gazed up into the night sky and wondered what lies beyond? Esplora in collaboration with the Malta School of Music, is organising an exclusive event, during which science and music will merge to create a unique show. Experience an evening with live music by a clarinet quartet accompanied with live space simulation […]
Dates: 24th December 2019 – 5th January 2020* Opening Hours: 10am – 6pm Prices: http://esplora.org.mt/prices/ *Please note that Esplora will be closed on Wednesday 25th December, Monday 30th December and Wednesday 1st January. What is your image of Christmas? Tinselled trees, family gatherings and presents? Or mulled wine, music and fireplaces? At Esplora Interactive Science Centre, […]
ROLL UP, ROLL UP…Join us at Esplora this Halloween for a Night of Wonders! Immerse yourself in the world of circus science, ignite your curiosity in our new Halloween show ‘Science on Fire’, explore the secrets of our explosive origins, discover how we are all made up of stardust and explore insects and plants in […]
Curiouser and curiouser, a promenade performance of Lewis Carroll’s popular classic. Don’t be late for a very important date! Alice’s Adventures in Esploraland is part of Toi Toi’s Education Programme. It is a Drama Event for children aged 4+. Date: 23rd May 2020 Time: 3pm & 4.30pm Date: 24th May 2020 Time: 10am & 11.30am […]
Let’s experiment hearing different sounds with water percussion. Using every day basic utensils, we can make the strangest noises! A refreshing experience for all ages! Splish Splash Splosh is part of Toi Toi’s Education Programme. It is a Music Event for children aged 4+. Dates: 30th May 2020 Time: 3pm & 4.30pm Date: 31st May […]
The Marine Biology Summer Camp gives young minds the opportunity to learn about the beautiful seas which surround Malta. The lessons will introduce what is in our oceans, the habitats which sustain life, and describe the natural systems which make one ocean different from the other. Students will also look at ways in which we […]
Da Vinci at Esplora Who was Leonardo da Vinci? What did he discover? A true genius, an artist, an engineer, an architect, a sculptor, and an anatomist. In other words, a remarkable all-rounder. Join us as we celebrate the life and work of Leonardo, on the 500th anniversary of his death. Participate in hands-on activities, design […]
Dates: Saturday 27th July & Sunday 28th July, Saturday 24th August & Sunday 25th August 2019 Esplora, in collaboration with Avantis and the Directorate for Digital Literacy and Transversal Skills within MEDE, would like to invite Year 5 and Year 6 students (for the scholastic year 2019-2020) for a series of Family Digital Quest weekends. Choose […]
Dates: 10th (1pm to 5pm), 11th (9am to 3pm), 12th (9am to 3pm) July 2019 Venue: Esplora Interactive Science Centre, Villa Bighi, Kalkara Workshop tutors: Dr Giuliana Fenech (Lignin Stories) & Ms Giovanna Conforto (Centro Italiano Storytelling) Fee: Funded by Esplora Interactive Science Centre & Arts Council Malta For more information about the training […]
Come and join us for a weekend full of interactive activities for all the family! Date: 20th & 21st July 2019 Opening Hours: 10am to 3pm Activities: 10:30, 11:30, 13:00, 14:00 – Blast Off! (Workshop) 10:30, 11:30, 13:00, 14:00 – NASA Family Moon Survival Challenge 10:30, 11:30, 13:00, 14:00 – Destination Space (Workshop) & various […]
Dates: 13th – 18th August 2019 Opening Hours: Summer Opening Hours Join us this summer for one of our Family Science Days and interact with over 200 exhibits in our main exhibition halls. Explore, play, build structures sturdy enough to withstand an earthquake, crank gears and trick your mind in our illusions room! If you have […]
During La Notte di San Lorenzo visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy the fireworks display over the Grand Harbour, which is part of the celebrations of St Lawrence feast held in Birgu. During this event, which will be held in the Belvedere area on Friday 9th August, Esplora will extend its operational hours from […]
Active Ageing Week is taking place at Esplora this June in collaboration with the Active Ageing Unit. Day Centre members have a fun-filled morning at Esplora planned. Sign up for a Dance Class, watch The Beautiful Bubble Show. Have a chat with people working with NGOs, The University of Malta, Lifelong Learning, WasteServe & Mental […]
The current shortfall of STEM skilled workers coupled with the new STEM roles expected to evolve in the next 10 years will result in missed opportunities and a broader skills gap. These missed opportunities might also negatively impact Malta’s ever-growing economic sector. The Malta Council for Science & Technology, the University of Malta and the […]
Planning your family outings for the Easter holidays? 🐣🐰 Then Esplora is the perfect place for you! Dates: Tuesday 23rd – Friday 26th April 2019 Time: 9am – 3pm Join us at Esplora between the 23rd and 26th of April and get together as a family for a hands-on science experience ✨ Interact with a […]
Are you ready for Choco-Late? Choco-late is this year’s Esplora’s returning event for adults only and as the title hints, it will be an event all about chocolate. This event is being organised again in collaboration with the Institute for Tourism Studies (ITS) and together we shall be exploring the science behind chocolate and chocolate […]
Date: 23rd & 24th February 2019 Time: 10am – 6pm 🎭 Immerse yourself in a world of colour, imagination and art 🎭 Let your creativity flourish while learning about how carnival floats work, create your own clay models, and learn all about the beautiful colours found in nature. Kuluri Karnival carries an inter-generational theme whereby […]
Dates: 15th – 17th April 2019 The countdown is on!! The wait is almost over to meet our special Nickelodeon PAW Patrol guests at Esplora 🤩 🐾 Bounce through PAW Patrol Inflatable HQ at The Plaza (adjacent to Esplora premises) – FREE entry 📸 Meet some of the gang and snap a selfie 😍 – […]
Seħer l-Istejjer/The Magic of Stories, organised by the National Literacy Agency, will be delivering a reading session at the Esplora Interactive Science Centre. Date: 15th December 2018 Time: 10am – 11am The Magic of Stories session is intended for children of 4 to 7 years and their parents/caregivers. The session will feature the sharing of […]
GAWGAW: A Panto in the Dark ⚫️ Join the adventure for a magical sensory experience that’s the first of its kind in Malta 😮 🗓 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd December 2018 📍 Esplora, Kalkara ⏰ 8:00pm 🏷 €15.00 Age: 6+ . . Have you gotten your tickets yet? Get yours now from https://teatrumalta.org.mt/events/christmas-panto/ 🚨 Audiences please be advised that GAWGAW – A […]
What is your image of Christmas? 🎄 Tinselled trees, family gatherings and presents? 🎁 Or mulled wine, music and festive lights? At Esplora, Christmas is a time for science! Chemists, biologists and engineers are hard at work in Santa’s workshop to prepare for Santa’s journey around the world 🌍 So why not join us this […]
Movimento a project curated by ZfinMalta in collaboration with Esplora designed to discover more about the world of dance. A unique experience that dwells into the art form by gaining skills through the shared expertise of 5 Maltese and international theatre-makers. Aimed at everyone that wants to become an active spectator, 5 Appointments, 5 Theatre […]
Dates: 9th November to 9th December 2018 Venue: Spot A, Spazju Kreattiv, St James Kavalier, Valletta Grandma got STEAM is an intergenerational project that brings together a group of young people from Youth Ink – Aġenzija Żgħażagħ and women with families and successful careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths. Curated by Esplora and Spazju Kreattiv, participants worked with Giuliana Fenech […]
Date: 31st October 2018 Time: 6pm – 10.30pm Tickets: https://ticketline.com.mt/bookings/Shows.aspx?ProductionId=590 Join us if you dare for a Halloween scare 😱😱 👻 Enter at your own risk! If you will, test your skills at face painting, learn how to make slime, explore the cool effects of dry ice and participate in our activities! Be prepared for […]
Event days: Saturday 13th October and Sunday 14th October 2018 Time: 10am – 6pm Tickets can be purchased at the door. Celebrate World Space Week 2018 with our space-themed programme of activities. Fly through our solar system in our planetarium, build a satellite, launch a rocket up in space, make telescope observations and meet Maltese […]
Date: 2nd March 2018 Tickets: Eur 4 incl. refreshments Age: 18+ This Late event which is being organised in collaboration with Cancer Care Pathways, seeks to raise awareness about colorectal cancer which is the third most common type of cancer in Malta. This informative session will serve to help visitors recognise risks and ways of […]
Esplora will team up with the Malta Carnival to hold the Carnival@Esplora event on Saturday 18th February 2017 and Sunday 19th February 2017 daytime. Esplora believes that Science is an integral part of everything around us and in all activities we engage in. One of the Centre’s aims is to try to help bridge the gap between Culture and the Sciences within the STEAM field.
So what can you do at Esplora for the Carnival weekend?
FameLab is a global communications competition that calls for scientists, mathematicians and engineers. It gives an opportunity to science enthusiasts to share their knowledge and engage the public in the most effective ways. In simply 3 minutes, each participant presents a concept on any topic of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. They will be judged by a professional panel of judges made up of local researchers, media personalities, and journalists on content, clarity and also charisma.
ON THE 10TH, 11TH, 17TH, 18TH AND 24TH DECEMBER, ESPLORA OPENS AT 2.30PM WITH OUR SPECIAL CHRISTMAS EVENTS IN THE ACTIVITY CENTRE AND SURPRISE PRESENTATIONS IN THE MAIN HALLS. ESPLORA OPENING TIMES ON THESE DATES 2.30PM TO 9PM Prices for these day events are all inclusive all of shows and workshops at: €10 Adults €5 […]
We have 2 full days of fun activities for you and your family these Easter holidays.
On the 18th and 19th April
9.30am – 4pm on both days.
The Esplora Acitivity Centre will be transformed into an Easter themed activity area with a mix of drop-in workshops and set time workshops (these need to be booked on arrival at Esplora).
Entrance Tickets for the day
Adults 10 Euros
Children (under 12) 5 Euros
Children (under 4) Free
