Get ready for The Big Bang Fair
We're preparing for The Big Bang 2027. Stay tuned for when registrations reopen.
The Fair will return to the NEC Birmingham in June 2027. Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to hear when tickets become available and receive updates about activities, exhibitors and live shows.
Who can attend?
The Big Bang Fair is free to attend and open to eligible UK state-funded school groups:
year 6 to Year 8 (England and Wales)
P7 to S2 (Scotland)
year 7 to Year 9 (Northern Ireland)
Schools are able to book either a morning or afternoon session.
What to expect
Students can:
take part in hands-on STEM activities
meet engineers, technicians and scientists
discover STEM career pathways
visit exhibitor stands
experience live stage shows
All activities are designed to help young people explore the exciting opportunities available in science, technology, engineering and maths.
The Big Bang Fair makes young people realise how their classroom learning links to the real world. They are seeing the reasons why they're learning maths and science.
— Teacher
88%
of students enjoyed taking part in The Big Bang Fair
88%
of students said they wanted to find out more about engineering, technology or science jobs
96%
of teachers said The Fair was engaging for students
96%
of teachers said The Big Bang Fair highlighted a wide range of engineering and technology careers
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