# Event Details - **Event Name**: Community Science Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: A free, family-friendly science festival packed with discovery, fun, and hands-on experiments.About this EventMae'r rhestriad hwn o Eventbrite ar gael yn Gymraeg. This Eventbrite listing is available in Welsh.What to expectJoin us for the USW Community Science Festival - an exciting celebration of science in the heart of Rhondda Cynon Taf! Whether you're a curious child, a budding scientist, or just love learning new things, this event is for you.Enjoy interactive exhibits, live demonstrations, and a range of bookable hands-on workshops led by our expert scientists and researchers. There's something for everyone!Scroll down to see the agenda and full list of workshops - workshops will be bookable on the dayGDPR and Data ConsentInformation you provide will be held in accordance with GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2000 and our personal Privacy Statement available on our website. I understand attendance information will be shared with collaborators for the purposes of impact monitoring and evaluation only.You can view our Privacy Statement here and our Eventbrite Notice here.AgendaBlackwood House Escape RoomInfo: Blackwood House looks ordinary from the outside. Inside, however, investigators discovered strange symbols, hidden rooms, coded journals, and evidence linked to a secretive cult known as The Blackwood Circle. Participants must uncover the location of the missing members before the time runs out.CSI Fingerprint LabInfo: Step into the role of a forensic investigator and learn how real crime scene examiners uncover hidden fingerprints. Participants will use specialist techniques to reveal, collect, and compare prints just like a real CSI team.Medical Escape Room "What's wrong with Barry?"Info: Barry our patient is really unwell – can you help diagnose what is wrong with him before consultant comes in and takes over?Build a HumanInfo: Get creative and ‘build’ your own organs! Can you compile them into a whole human?!Gene Explorers: DNA Visualisation Info: Take part in a hands-on DNA workshop where you will set up and analyse the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). Amplify genetic regions, and use agarose gel electrophoresis to separate DNA fragments. Visualise differences in fragment size to explore real genetic variation. Fossil HuntersInfo: Ever wondered how big a T. rex really was or how dinosaurs cared for their young? Join us for a roaring prehistoric adventure where you can hold real dinosaur bones, meet real palaeontologists, explore fossils, uncover ancient secrets, and discover the incredible world of dinosaurs through fun, hands-on science. Perfect for curious minds of all ages.Chemistry for KidsInfo: Come and try your hand at some chemistry-based magic, we will make an egg levitate, make water float, create a lava lamp (which you can do at home), and of course, the all popular slime is back!Colourful ChemistryInfo: Come and explore some of the chemical reactions that given rise to colourful chemistry. Use simple acids/bases and indicators to rise to the rainbow challenge, and explore other types of reactions that give colourful results.Cosmetic Workshop Info: Come and work in our formulation laboratory to make your own personalised lip balm. Get creative and design your own brand label.The Mystery of the Stolen Masterpiece (Forensics in the Castle)Info: Get ready to turn into world-class detectives! We’re opening the case of the colourful crime, and we need your help to crack it! Discover who stole the famous painting from the castle. Was it Chef Cookie Crumble, Artist Penny Pallette or the Grumpy Butler Barnaby Blue? Learn about how chromatography (the science of separation) can be used to solve crimes. Microbe HuntersInfo: Have you ever wondered what microbes live on you and the world around you? Step into the role as a microbe hunter and uncover this hidden world for yourself. Set up your own agar plates and grow these tiny organisms present on everyday surfaces and your own hands.Live 3D printing demo etcInfo: Innovation Hub will present an interactive showcase of digital manufacturing and engineering, featuring live 3D printing, 3D scanning, and robotics. The display will highlight the process from concept through to prototype, using examples such as printed models and components to demonstrate real-world applications. The aim is to create an engaging, hands-on environment that inspires curiosity and showcases innovation in modern engineering.Bottle Rockets Info: The Innovation Hub will present an interactive showcase. The display will demonstrate the journey from concept to prototype using printed models and functional components. A separate bottle rocket session will also run, incorporating 3D printed parts to highlight practical application. The aim is to create an engaging environment that showcases innovation in modern engineering.Lego LabInfo: Step into the Lab of LEGO® at USW and unleash your creativity through hands-on building challenges for all ages. Design towering structures, solve exciting engineering puzzles, and bring imaginative ideas to life using LEGO® in a fun, interactive space where creativity, problem-solving, and science come together.Human EvolutionInfo: Get to know the extended family with this introduction to human evolution, including Neanderthal, Homo erectus, and other relatives. Use skeletal features to identify unknown model skulls. Where in the World? Info: Test your geographical knowledge by placing animals and landmarks in the right place on the world map!Biotechnology for recycling and energy storageInfo: Be inspired by the magic of microbes, which can produce energy, plastics, animal feed and chemicals and at the same time reduce pollutants.Flying Bat WorkshopInfo: Create your very own flying bat and bring it to life in this fun, hands-on craft activity. Design, build, and decorate your bat before testing its wings and watching it soar through the air. Perfect for curious creators of all ages.Guess the sound/ spot the animalInfo: Can you guess the animal from the sound it makes? How about spotting the cryptic animals? Come along and have a go.Brilliant BatsInfo: Discover the fascinating world of UK bats and learn how these amazing nocturnal creatures live, hunt, and survive. Test your detective skills as you explore different species and see if you can correctly identify them using clues, sounds, and features just like a real wildlife expert.Yeast Respiration RaceInfo: Put your scientific skills to the test in this fast-paced experiment exploring how yeast respires. Mix different ingredients, create your own bubbling concoction, and see if you can get your yeast to produce bubbles faster than anyone else.Skull Detectives Info: Become a wildlife detective and investigate a collection of mysterious animal skulls. Use clues such as teeth, eye placement, and skull shape to work out which animal each skull belongs to and discover how scientists identify species from skeletal remains.Our Park, Your WorldInfo: Step into virtual reality and experience interactive games and activities created by local young people for the community. From environmental challenges like litter picking to immersive problem-solving adventures, discover how creativity, technology, and gaming can be used to inspire positive change.The Predator LabInfo: Become a wildlife investigator and discover what owls eat by carefully dissecting real owl pellets. Uncover tiny bones, identify animal remains, and piece together the food chain just like a real scientist.Crafty cornerInfo: Get hands-on with nature and create your own seed bombs and design, build, and decorate your very own birdhouse while discovering how gardens and green spaces can support local wildlife. A creative hands-on activity perfect for nature lovers, builders, and budding artists of all ages. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontypridd/community-science-festival/100001989994790989 - **Event Categories**: science-fair, workshops, festivals, art, trips-adventures, kids, contests, sports, food-drinks, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 3 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 5 hours - Location: University of South Wales, Glyntaff Campus - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Pontypridd - **state**: WA - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: University of South Wales, Glyntaff Campus - **lat**: 51.59388149999999 - **long**: -3.3213024 - **full address**: University of South Wales, Glyntaff Campus, Cemetery Road, Pontypridd, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Community Science Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/c04b98652417eb776e7194845bacf0127b7c1ce3a854c18a5bbdcd680bd7e0aa-rimg-w1200-h600-dc2f6943-gmir.jpg?v=1779290412 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Community Science Festival being held? - **A:** Community Science Festival takes place on Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm at University of South Wales, Glyntaff Campus, Cemetery Road, Pontypridd, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Community Science Festival? - **A:** Community Science Festival is organized by University of South Wales / Prifysgol De Cymru. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Community Science Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Pontypridd, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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