Families

For budding scientists, bookworms, fun-lovers and thinkers alike, HowTheLightGetsIn London 2022 has plenty on offer to keep children and young adults busy. This year we're offering a whole Children and Young Adult's Programme, including talks, interactive sessions and learning experiences to pique the curiosity of 7-12 year olds.

We welcome under 12s to the festival free of charge when accompanied by an adult. Under 25s get 30% off.

Final tickets on sale now!

Dr. Emily Grossman poses beside her book "World-Whizzing Facts," featuring illustrations by Alice Bowsher, highlighting fun Earth-related trivia.

World Whizzing Facts with Emily Grossman
A colorful, surreal landscape featuring a rocket on a pink, undulating surface, with vibrant spheres and a large blue planet in the background.

Knife Idea: The Birth of Technology with Andy West
A cheerful cartoon clown with red curly hair, wearing a yellow shirt and red overalls, juggles colored balls next to a unicycle.

Keep it Up! Juggling and Diabolo Workshop
A group of nine performers dressed in Renaissance-style costumes, posing on a wooden stage in a forest, with instruments like a flute and violin.

ShakeItUp Shakespeare
A majestic sailing ship with billowing sails navigates turbulent ocean waters under a cloudy sky, showcasing classic maritime art.

The Ship of Theseus with Andy West

Final tickets on sale now!