

Jurassic Science at Cheltenham Science Festival
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Travel back to the age of the dinosaurs with a fun-filled family show inspired by one of the most famous movie franchises of all time.
Jurassic Science
- Date: Sunday 7th June 2026
- Time: 2pm
- Venue: Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, Cheltenham, GL50 1QA
- Price: £9
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Age: 7+
Join dinosaur-loving science communicator Jon Chase for a roaring adventure into the prehistoric world of dinosaurs and the science behind the Jurassic Park films.
Packed with dino facts, audience interaction and plenty of "roarsome" fun, this family-friendly show explores what dinosaurs were really like and investigates which parts of the Jurassic Park franchise are grounded in real science and which belong firmly in the world of fiction.
Along the way, families will discover how these iconic films continue to inspire future generations of scientists and palaeontologists.
Perfect for young dinosaur fans and movie lovers alike, Jurassic Science combines science, storytelling and entertainment in one exciting festival event.
A book signing with Jon Chase will take place after the show.
Accessibility: Live captions available.



