TikTok Science at Cheltenham Science Festival

Put viral science to the test at this exciting, experiment-packed family show exploring the science behind some of TikTok's most popular trends.

TikTok Science

• Date: Saturday 6th June 2026

• Time: 10am

• Venue: Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, Cheltenham, GL50 1QA

• Price: £9

• Duration: 60 minutes

• Age: 7+

Can you tell the difference between science fact and science fiction?

Join science communicator Jamie Gallagher as he recreates some of social media's most popular science experiments and viral challenges in a lively, interactive show packed with demonstrations and audience participation.

Discover whether internet science hacks really work as claimed and uncover the scientific principles behind some of TikTok's best-loved videos.

Expect plenty of surprises as Jamie investigates questions such as:

• How explosive can Mentos and Coke really be?

• Can a candle trick grant you infinite wishes?

• Which viral science videos are genuine and which are too good to be true?

Filled with spectacular demonstrations, fascinating science and plenty of laughs, TikTok Science is a brilliant event for curious children and families.

Accessibility: BSL interpretation and live captions available.