After Hours: Eclipsed

Techniquest isn’t just for kids. It’s for big kids, too.
Our After Hours adult night is back in August for a special solar eclipse afterparty.
Come and celebrate this rare celestial event with like-minded folk. We’ll be hosting astronomy talks, planetarium shows and food and drink stalls, plus a games area in collaboration with Cardiff board game connoisseurs, Chance & Counters.
This is the closest the UK will get to a full eclipse until 2090! Free solar eclipse viewing glasses will be available to collect from Techniquest from 2pm on the day. Go and find yourself a west-facing viewing spot then gather with us afterwards to celebrate into the night.
YOUR TICKET INCLUDES
🎟️ Entry to Techniquest for the evening
🥂 Welcome drink (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options)
🔭 Astronomy talk by Cardiff University’s Prof. Paul Roche*
🪐 Star Tours in the 360° Planetarium†
❓ Eclipse-themed quiz
🎲 Board games area with Chance & Counters
😁 100+ hands-on exhibits — both new and nostalgic
🫟 Get creative in the Create & Shape Zone
➕ More to be announced
FOOD & DRINK OPTIONS
Your ticket includes a free welcome drink.
There will also be a pop-up paid bar and food station on the night, with vegan and gluten-free options available.
ADMISSION
Early Bird: £12
Standard: £17
AGE REQUIREMENT
You must be aged 18+ to attend this event.
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* Limited capacity. Astronomy talks at 8:15pm, 9pm and 9:45pm are available on a first-come, first-served basis on the night.
† Star Tours at 7:45pm, 8:15pm, 8:45pm, 9:30pm, 10pm and 10:30pm can be pre-booked when you purchase your admission tickets, subject to availability.