We expect the site to be very busy on the days we have events on. For a stress free visit, please plan to park elsewhere. We have limited disabled parking on site. Nearby parking can be found at the Time Capsule (ML5 1DL). Public transport can be found at Traveline Scotland.
No dogs (except registered assistance dogs) are permitted on site.
Entry is free, with small charges for some activities.
Bookbug
Every Friday, 10.30am
Discover the benefits of sharing stories, songs and rhymes with babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers to give them the best start in life.
Join us for weekly Bookbug sessions at 10.30am every Friday.
These are drop-in sessions so there’s no need to book in advance. However, capacity is limited and to ensure Bookbug is a fun and safe experience for everyone who comes along, we will need to shut the door once the room reaches its maximum capacity.
Science Festival
Get ready for a week of hands-on fun, mind-blowing experiments, and awe-inspiring science at the Summerlee Science Festival 2026! Our festival features interactive shows, workshops, and free activities for all ages.
Ticketed Shows
Tickets: £5 per person
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All bookings with children under 14 must include at least one ticket-holding adult.
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Babes-in-arms do not need a ticket; everyone else requires a ticket.
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No free tickets — all adults accompanying children need to purchase a ticket.
Tip: We recommend booking online! We’ve reserved 30 tickets for the first show of the day and 20 for the remaining shows to leave some availability for on-the-day visitors.
Little Lab Investigators
Ages 3–8 | Saturday 14th February | Showtimes: 10am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm
Children aged 3 –8 will love this workshop exploring the invisible forces of static electricity with exciting, hands-on activities such as jumping tissue paper, balloon experiments and the awesome Van de Graaff generator – all led by an experienced science teacher.
Think Science
Saturday 14th February | Showtimes: 10.30am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2pm
Prepare for a mind-blowing science show full of surprising facts, experiments to try at home (and things you absolutely shouldn’t!), and unforgettable demonstrations like weighing your own head or walking on a bed of nails.
Animal Man’s Mini-Zoo
Sunday 15th February | Showtimes: 10.30am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2pm
Get up close and personal with fascinating animals, reptiles, and insects from all over the world. Rabbits, guinea pigs, snakes, lizards, and creepy crawlies — come and see who will crawl, hop, or slither into your hands!
STEM with Mr N.
Monday 16th February | Showtimes: 10.30am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2pm
Award-winning STEM teacher and YouTuber Mr N brings his famous science demos to Summerlee. Expect family-friendly experiments where anything could happen!
Silly Science
Tuesday 17th & Wednesday 18th February | Showtimes: 10.30am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2pm
Get messy with slime, sticky creations, and explosive experiments! Learn about polymers, chemical reactions, and hands-on science in a fun and creative environment.
Note: Suitable for ages 4+, and a messy activity — please dress accordingly.
Free Activities
All free activities are drop-in between 10.30am and 3.30pm.
Fun Science
Sunday 15th – Tuesday 17th February
Join our team of scientists for hands-on experiments, from stretchy slime to chromatography and electric buzzes. Curiosity, creativity, and learning through play guaranteed!
Test Your Headphones
Monday 16th & Tuesday 17th February
Bring your headphones and test if your listening setup is safe for your hearing using a “dummy head” microphone and software. Quick, fun, and informative!
Glasgow Science Centre on Tour: Body Vision
Monday 16th February
Explore human anatomy and physiology with interactive exhibits on fitness, body composition, and lifestyle choices.
Light Lab
Tuesday 17th February | Artist Kenny Bean & Institute of Physics
Draw with UV light and experience the world upside down in this interactive, mind-bending lab.
Upstairs Science Fair
Saturday 14th – Wednesday 18th February
Visit our mezzanine level for free science activities, demonstrations, and experiments led by Summerlee staff, universities, and local organisations. Each day offers something new to explore!
Little Science Festival (Under-5s)
Friday 13th February
10.30am Bookbug with a science twist — counting, songs, and storytime!
12.30–2.30pm Hands-on science activities in the Learning Room, designed for the youngest explorers.
All shows last approximately 1 hour (unless otherwise stated) and are suitable for all ages, except Little Lab Investigators, aimed at ages 3–8.
Music in… 2026
Scotland’s noisiest museum continues it’s programme of events, Music in…, produced by North Lanarkshire Council’s Arts Development team. From thunderous Compton Pipe Organ performances to world-class “pop-up” opera, there’s a different musical event to experience each month in the unique surroundings of an industrial museum!
Summerlee Photomedia Studio
North Lanarkshire’s Arts & You team offer weekly classes for adults and children of all abilities in photography, film-making, animation and more at Summerlee Photomedia Studio.
Applebox Film Club, Saturdays, 11am – 1pm, suitable for 8 – 13 years
LEGO Animation Club, Mondays, 4pm – 5pm, suitable for 8 – 12 years
Adult All Ability Photography, Wednesdays, 12.30pm – 2pm & Thursdays, 10.30am – 12pm, suitable for 16 years+
TWENTY20 Pictures Project, Fridays, 1pm – 3pm & Saturdays, 1.15pm – 3.15pm, suitable for 14 – 18 years
Tom Gates Mega Museum Challenge
Tom Gates Mega Museum ChallengeBring your family museum trip to life for free with the Tom Gates Mega Museum Challenge activity pack from Scholastic and Kids in Museums. Kids can go on their very own adventure by seeing if they can ‘Spot Ten Random Things’ from the activity sheet at the museum – from the biggest thing to the grossest! Try out some top drawing tips and tricks then take part in a Doodle Challenge.
Visit the Kids In Museums website to download now.
Hear the Mighty Compton Cinema Organ
Hear the Mighty Compton Cinema Organ Live music on the Compton Cinema Organ
FREE
Hear the mighty Compton Cinema Organ played by multi-award winning musician Aaron Hawthorn. The power of the organ means you can listen while enjoying lunch in the café.
Please note, these are promenade performances, not seated.