During this event, you will have the opportunity to engage in various Easter themed science shows, workshops, and activities throughout Esplora! When you board your exploration journey, make sure not to miss the Easter Egg hunt! As you walk around the centre to explore our exhibits, keep your eyes peeled to unlock the secrets of Easter eggs as these will be cleverly hidden all around the science centre. Get ready to find the clues that will lead you onto an egg-citing adventure throughout our magnificent galleries. And wait! Besides getting to keep all the chocolate eggs you find during your eggspedition, you will receive an added reward if you manage to find all the eggs!
When: 2nd April – 7th April 2024.
Time: 10am till 5pm.
Entrance Fee includes one free Science show or workshop which will be based on a first come first served basis. On the day, there will be a variety of planetarium films available, and visitors can also immerse themselves in the planetarium experience for an extra fee of €2. Any additional activity can be booked and paid for at the Esplora reception on the day of your visit.
Science Shows/Workshops
The Great Eggventure (Suitable for families with children aged 5+)
Join adventurous eggs as they travel around the world, fully equipped with scientific knowledge and ready to use these concepts to overcome obstacles. From scaling mountains to floating in oceans, see the power of science in action as the eggs embark on a grand adventure. Get ready for an egg-citing journey!
Wheel of Fortune (Suitable for families with children aged 6+)
Visitors will take control as they spin the wheel of fortune to choose the next experiment they would like to see. From explosive reactions to electrifying circuits, each spin will generate a marvellous, scientific wonder to Esplora’s stage!
Creative Collisions (Suitable for families with children aged 7+)
Put your engineering skills to the test as you design and build your very own car complete with all the necessary safety features. Your passenger? A raw egg! Your end design will be assessed so make sure that the egg doesn’t break. Watch out for unexpected obstacles along your ride.
Shapebird (Suitable for families with children aged 3-6 years)
Eggs are not just for Easter! Become an ornithologist (bird scientist) for the day and discover the nest of a mythical bird known as the ShapeBird. Explore the colourful and mesmerising world of birds and their eggs as you count and sort through different egg-shapes, colours, and sizes.