WHAT'S ON: Events taking place across Tipperary as part of Science Week 2025

Events across Tipperary will take place from November 9-16 as part of Science Week 2025. This year, Science Week is celebrating 30 years of curiosity and collaboration to advance science in Ireland. Tipperary Science Festival 2025 is set to take place as part of this year’s campaign.

Marking its 30th anniversary this year, Science Week is coordinated by Research Ireland and celebrates science in our everyday lives. Running from November 9-16, the theme for this year’s campaign is ‘Then. Today. Tomorrow’. The theme encourages people to explore how science and research have shaped and improved the lives we live today, while also looking at the questions and challenges of tomorrow, and how insights from the past can influence our future decisions.

More than 15 festivals and events across Tipperary will run from November 9-16 2025, taking place as part of Science Week, with events for people of all ages.

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Tipperary Festival of Science: Community Science Day – Saturday, November 15, 11:00 AM–3:00 PM, Mary Immaculate College, Thurles

A family-friendly day of discovery featuring biologist and environmentalist Éanna Ní Lamhna. From kite-building and slime-making to ‘The Science of Jurassic World,’ this free event brings science to life through hands-on experiments, performances, and demonstrations. It’s a vibrant community celebration of curiosity and creativity that captures the spirit of Science Week.

Limitless – Mark the Science Guy – Saturday, November 8, multiple sessions, Central Technical Institute, Clonmel
A high-energy, interactive science show led by broadcaster and climate scientist Mark Langtry, aka ‘The Science Guy.’ Mixing physics, sport, and environmental science, this engaging event inspires young audiences to think big about the planet’s future while delivering fun and educational experiments for all ages.

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How Drones Support Habitat Mapping and Environmental Protection – Thursday, November 13, 11:00 AM–3:00 PM, TUS Thurles

TUS drone expert Jonathan Blackmore demonstrates how drone technology can support sustainability efforts and biodiversity conservation. Visitors will see real-time demonstrations of how drones are used for habitat mapping and environmental monitoring — showcasing innovation in action in the heart of Tipperary.

Other events in the area and across the country can be found at www.scienceweek.ie

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD, has announced €847,820 in funding to support 14 festivals and hundreds of events taking place nationwide as part of Science Week 2025.

Speaking at the launch, Minister Lawless said: “Science Week is now a key event across Ireland, connecting people with science through engaging activities. I am delighted to announce my department’s support for this year’s programme with over €847,000 in funding for 36 projects. Science shapes every minute of our daily lives, from protecting the environment to driving healthcare and technological innovation, and so much more besides. This year’s theme, ‘Then. Today. Tomorrow.’, invites us to reflect on past progress and future possibilities, and, above all, enjoy the experiences. I encourage everyone to get involved and attend one of the many events happening around the country this Science Week.”

Commenting on Science Week, Director of Science for Society at Research Ireland, Dr Ruth Freeman, said: “For 30 years, Science Week has been sparking curiosity and bringing people together through science. Our anniversary theme of ‘Then. Today. Tomorrow.’ is a chance to both celebrate the endeavours of yesteryear that have brought us to where we are today, and to consider what may lie ahead for individuals, families, communities, Ireland, and the entire planet. We’re delighted to see such a wide range of events taking place across the country again this year. The success and appeal of Science Week is due primarily to the creativity and tireless work of local organisers and volunteers. I want to sincerely thank them for making Science Week such a vibrant, nationwide celebration.”

Science Week 2025 takes place from November 9-16. For more information on how to get involved, please visit www.scienceweek.ie/ You can also follow developments using the hashtag #scienceweek #Then.Today.Tomorrow.