Light Express | Laser Show (at Science and Engineering Day)

Name: Light Express | Laser Show (at Science and Engineering Day)
Start: 2026-03-14T10:30:00+00:00
End: 2026-03-14T16:30:00+00:00
Location: Building 46 , Lecture Theatre A (Room 3001)

Schedule

Sat Mar 14 2026 at 10:30 am to 04:30 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Building 46 , Lecture Theatre A (Room 3001) | Southampton, EN

A dazzling laser light display! With loud music, flashing lights and amazing demonstrations by our laser scientists and optical engineers.
About this Event

Join the Light Express team, comprising of Southampton physicists, engineers and light scientists from the across the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, to explore the world of lasers, in a fun, interactive show. You will find out how lasers work, and how they can be used to produce beautiful shows, set things on fire, and even communicate!

Show times: 11:00, 12:45, 14:30

Run time: 45 minutes

Suitability: Ages 7+

PLEASE NOTE:

Some additional tickets for each show will be available on the day in Building 46, on a first-come-first-served basis. Please queue politely so our volunteers can help you.
In case the tickets for this show and other timed activities are sold out, please note that there are more than 150 other activities to enjoy during the day!

Accessibility: Expect some loud sounds, flashing images and darkened spaces. The venue has limited wheelchair accessibility and hearing loop is available. Priority seating for deaf, hard of hearing and visually impaired is available in the first two front rows. A few ear defenders will be available to borrow upon entrance on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, visit our dedicated Accessibility page.

PLEASE NOTE: This ticket just gives you access to this show only. If you haven't already done so, you will need to book a FREE general admission ticket for Science and Engineering Day to complete your registration to the festival, by filling the form .