Many LUMA Centres organize free science workshops, theme days, and other short activities for all ages. Most events are open without prior registration; drop in alone, with friends, or with family. Remember to check our event calendar as well!
- Aalto University Junior Try at Home Instructions: You’ll find inspiring science and art activities that you can try at home or at school. All materials are free to use for teaching or for home use. Read more
- Children’s Saturdays in Turku: Monthly science adventures and workshops for families, from greenhouses to labs. Read more
- Children’s Science Saturday in Jyväskylä: Twice a year, a LUMA-themed family event. Read more
- Math Academy: If you are passionate about solving math problems and want to meet mathematicians, this is the place for you. Matikka Academy offers high school competitive mathematics coaching and researcher meetings at Aalto University. Read more
- Science Education at University of Helsinki Research Stations: Camps, guided tours, nature trails, and workshops in authentic research environments. Read more
- Science Evenings in Turku: Monthly sessions with researchers, hands-on activities, and themes from various fields. Read more
- Viikki Research Farm Science Trail in Helsinki: The Viikki Research Farm is the University of Helsinki’s agricultural farm, where research focuses on farming and its environmental impact. Along the science trail, you’ll learn where food comes from and how it can be produced sustainably. You’ll find information about crops, soil, and cattle care. The trail also takes you through the Viikki Arboretum, home to a wide variety of trees and shrubs. Read more